Sláinte mhaith: To good health and an unforgettable St. Patrick’s!

Green beer and funny hats aside, what makes Dublin the place to be on St. Patrick's? The multitude of traditions, preserved and revered, that you won't find anywhere else in the world. Lisa's trip in 2015 took her through some of the most Irish faces and places.

Tradition of brew masters Ireland stands at 6th place for global beer consumption and it's all in the history. By the end of the 18th century, Dublin's River Liffey was lined by 12 different breweries; one of the largest being ” target=”_blank”>Video: Guinness Storehouse in Dublin-The Bachelorette was here 2015!

What else can you sip if beer just isn't your thing? Whiskey! it doesn't get much more traditional than a glass of gold by the fire. Whiskey itself means “water of life” so you'll understand the historical significance. It's believed that the tradition began with Irish monks bringing back Mediterranean techniques for distilling perfumes which were then modified to create something palatable. There are only a few remaining whiskey distilleries left in the country but with an upsurge of the spirit's global popularity more are coming into light.

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” target=”_blank”>St. Patrick's cathedral are a huge draw for tourists and locals alike.

” target=”_blank”>Newgrange, with its impressive title of “older than the Pyramids.” This UNESCO-protected heritage site was first built in 3,200 BC with excavations beginning in 1962. Want to see it during Winter Solstice? Put your name in the lottery and hope to be one of the lucky ones!

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