Ireland Eire

Major Cities of Ireland The capital of Ireland is the city of Dublin. Other major cities include: Cork, Galway, and Limerick.

Government Structure Type: Unitary parliamentary constitutional republic. President: Michael D. Higgins Taoiseach: Enda Kenny Tanaiste: Joan Burton

Economy Monetary unit: EURO, as a member of the EU. Major Industries: pharmaceuticals, chemicals, computer hardware and software, food products, beverages and brewing; medical devices Major Crops: barley, potatoes, wheat; beef, dairy products. Major Exports: machinery and equipment, computers, chemicals, medical devices, pharmaceuticals; food products, animal products. GDP/Capita: $41,300 (2013 est.)

The People of Ireland Population: 4.6 million Annual Growth Rate: 1% Infant Mortality Rate: 3.5% Ethnic Structure: 1) Irish (84.5%) 2)Other White (9.8%) 3) Asian (1.9%) Language Structure: 1) English (94%) 2) Gaelic Irish (6%)

Religion in Ireland Religion Structure Roman Catholic (84.7%) Church of Ireland (2.7%) Other Christian (2.7%)

Significant Physical Features The Cliffs of Moher Located in southwestern Ireland. Attract up to 1 million visitors per year. Carrauntoohil Highest peak in all of Ireland. 3,406 feet

Famous Places in Ireland The Guniness Storehouse: Located in Dublin Caters to beer fans from all over the world, allowing them to see how one of the most famous beer brands in the world is produced. The Blarney Stone: Built into the Blarney Castle in 1446. According to legend, a person that kisses the stone will be given the gift of eloquence and persuasion.