How has Irish Folklore survived until today? Ireland's rich cultural heritage is shaped by ancient tales of mythical creatures and superstitions. Celtic myths and legends are still a big part of Irish culture and have been passed down through the ages.You’ve likely read stories inspired by them; leprechauns guarding pots of gold, banshees that wander the countryside, and fairies that dwell in the woods

Many of the stories of fairies that people still read today are built on the legendary Tuatha Dé Danann (“People of the Goddess Danu”), or Aos Sí, the mythical beings who are said to have populated the Emerald Isle before the Celts. In Irish folk tales, these fairies (aka forest folk or wee folk) aren’t good or evil, but are said to cause mischief and chaos when angry.

In Ireland, Irish fairy culture, superstition and folklore has survived far longer than it has in the UK. In1999, a fairy bush diverted a motorway in Latoon, county Clare, after planners had initially planned to tear it up. We met up with Eddie Lenin, a Seanchaí (a traditional Gaelic storyteller) and Irish folklorist, to find out how Irish fairytales have remained such a big part of Irish culture until today.

In this video, I’ll explore the significance of Irish folklore and its enduring impact on the country's culture. How did the mystical world of fairies and the folk beliefs that continue to resonate in Ireland survive until today?

Tales from the Heart of Ireland | Irish Folklore Traditions and Heritage

Irish Folklore and superstition is still part of the fabric of Ireland, albeit to a lesser extent than the previous century. The Emerald Isle is a land of contrast, a modern, outward-looking nation, but Ireland's cultural heritage still feels the pull of ancient folklore.

The Timeless Nature of Irish Folklore | How Irish Folklore Survived until Today

#irishfolklore #celticmythology #irishculture #fairytales #fairies

00:00-01:44 - Irish Fairies: the Aos Sí
01:45-03:20 - Welcome to Ireland
03:21-08:02 - Irish Fairies Explained
08:03-12:04 - How Did Irish Folklore Survive?
12:05-14:42 - The Fairy Bush that Diverted a Motorway
14:43-17:09 - Irish Folklore Still Impacts Irish Society