Geography
Ireland is in Northern Europe, Europe. Its listed coordinates are 53, -8; it has United Kingdom.
Neighboring countries: United Kingdom
Europe
Ireland
Ireland is a country in Northern Europe. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Dublin
- Continent
- Europe
- Region
- Northern Europe
- Population
- 5.5 million
- Area
- 70,273 km²
- Currency
- euro (EUR)
- Official language
- English, Irish
- Calling code
- +353
- Internet TLD
- .ie
- Time zone
- UTC
Ireland map preview: 53.00, -8.00
People and Culture
Ireland uses English, Irish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Ireland varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Ireland is recorded with the official name Republic of Ireland. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Dublin
- Northern Europe cultural and historic sites
- Europe map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Dublin
- Time zone data: UTC
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Ireland is grouped under Europe.
- Ireland has a listed area of 70,273 km².
- Ireland is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Ireland
What is the capital of Ireland?
The capital of Ireland is Dublin.
What continent is Ireland in?
Ireland is in Europe.
What currency does Ireland use?
Ireland uses the euro.
What language is spoken in Ireland?
English, Irish is listed for Ireland in this database.