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What are the physical features of Northern Ireland?
Northern Ireland can be thought of topographically as a saucer centred on Lough (lake) Neagh, the upturned rim of which forms the highlands. Five of the six historic counties—Antrim, Down, Armagh, Tyrone, and Londonderry—meet at the lake, and each has a highland region on the saucer’s rim.
Are Ireland and Northern Ireland different countries?
The island of Ireland comprises the Republic of Ireland, which is a sovereign country, and Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. In 1949 it became a republic and left the British Commonwealth.
Does Northern Ireland have culture?
Culture of Northern Ireland Much of Northern Ireland’s holidays, culture, and everyday life is centered around its Roman Catholic and Protestant roots. Many families hold traditional expectations and standards of behavior based on their beliefs.
What is unique about Northern Ireland?
1. The Giant’s Causeway. Famed around the world for its columns of layered basalt, the Giant’s Causeway is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site. These polygonal-shaped natural features (there are around 40,000 of them) were created by a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago.
What is the national identity of Northern Ireland?
National Identity. The Northern Irish see themselves as distinct from the English but connected to their compatriots in the Republic of Ireland. The Northern Irish see the British of Northern Ireland as interlopers and oppressors.
What is the culture like in Ireland?
Ireland boasts a characterful culture, full of unique traditions, customs, and origins so synonymous with the Emerald Isle. From Irish dancing to a love for potatoes, here are the most celebrated quirks of Irish culture. Located to the west of the British Isles, Ireland is a small island nation of some 6.8 million people.
What is the difference between Northern Ireland and Ireland?
The island of Ireland in the North Atlantic is politically divided between Northern Ireland (part of the United Kingdom) and the Republic of Ireland, a sovereign nation. Despite the political differences, the people of the island are called Irish and have their own Irish culture.
What do we know about Northern Irishness?
From the analysis we can draw two main conclusions. First, Northern Irishness does appear to be a real common ingroup identity, inclusive of both Protestants and Catholics. It is associated with pro-social attitudes towards outgroup members so that prejudice is at a lower level than with Irish or British identifiers.