St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17th each year and was originally intended to honour the patron saint of Ireland, however it has become a popular, green-themed holiday around the world. In Ireland, locals and visitors alike dress in emerald green and let themselves be captivated by music, costumes, and beautiful parades!
Who was Saint Patrick?
Originally from Britain, it was at the age of 16 that Patrick’s life changed: he was kidnapped and made a slave by Irish pirates for 6 long years. While in captivity he learned more about Christianity and eventually converted himself. He eventually escaped and returned to Britain where he continued to study about Christianity.
Later he chose to return to Ireland to bring Christianity to the Irish who, at that time, were for the majority pagans and druids. He began to preach in the small islands near the Emerald Isle and eventually brought Christianity to the whole of Ireland through baptism, electing priests and guiding women to the monastic life, converting the sons of kings and helping in the creation of more than 300 churches.
Saint Patrick’s Day in Dublin, the Irish Capital City
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St. Patrick’s Day is a national event in Ireland. Celebrated in Cork, Galway, Down and Armagh to mention a few, with the biggest festival in the capital city – Dublin.
What to do during those 24 hours of crazy festivities? Here are some little tips:
1) See the parade: a wave of colours and imaginative costumes combined with dancing in streets of the city centre, accompanied by marching bands, wagons and animations!
2) Head to Merrion Square to enjoy the Funfair! There is something for everyone at this carnival, from rollercoasters to fairground games.
3) Do you want a breath-taking view, great beer and a concert? The Gravity Bar of the Guinness Storehouse gives you all of this! Book your reduced ticket online and relax!
4) Dress up! Wear the most unusual and colourful costume and have great fun!
6) After sunset, don’t forget to take a walk around the city centre to see Dublin’s historical buildings lit up in green in celebration of this national holiday.
Learn English and enjoy your holiday!
Enjoying St. Patrick’s Day could be an excellent excuse to treat yourself to an English course in Dublin! Immersing yourself in the local culture is important in order to fully experience the culture of the population. You can make friends with the Irish locals and your classmates, discuss what you want to learn and visit the city without any communication problems.
At EC English School in Dublin you can improve your English level, even if you are more than 30 years old, thanks to the 30+ adult programme that offers you a course where you can learn with other adults.
Do not miss the big feast of St. Patrick’s Day this March 17th and come learn English in Dublin with EC! Contact us today.
