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IRELAND AND CORK<br />
IRELAND is situated on the western edge of Europe. It is an island of great beauty with rugged mountains, blue<br />
lakes, ancient castles, long sandy beaches and picturesque harbours. The climate is mild and temperate throughout the<br />
year.<br />
With a population of 4 million people, Ireland enjoys one of the cleanest environments in Europe. Its unspoilt<br />
countryside provides an excellent setting for leisure pursuits such as hiking, cycling, golfing and horse-riding.<br />
The Irish are relaxed, friendly, spontaneous, hospitable and have a great love of conversation. This is reflected in the<br />
impact the Irish have had on world literature. Ireland is renowned for writers such as Jonathan Swift, Oscar Wilde, James<br />
Joyce, as well as four Nobel Prize winners, W.B. Yeats, G.B. Shaw, Samuel Beckett and Seamus Heaney.<br />
Irish Traditional Music captures the heritage and tradition of Ireland and has made a substantial and influential<br />
contribution to world music. Contemporary groups such as U2, The Corrs, Enya, The Cranberries and many others have<br />
also taken their inspiration from Irish Music.<br />
While maintaining traditional values, Ireland has gone through a period of considerable economic growth and change<br />
in recent years. With more than half of the population under 30 years of age, the country is vibrant with energy, vitality<br />
and creativity. Despite its increasing urbanisation, Ireland has remained a safe and welcoming country.<br />
Study English in Ireland and enjoy a warmth and hospitality unequalled anywhere else in the world, in a culture where<br />
the heritage of ancient days brings past and present together.<br />
CORK is situated in the beautiful south of Ireland. It is the country’s second city and has a population of 160,000. A<br />
prosperous commercial and banking centre, Cork is a beautiful city to wander around, with its remarkable charm and<br />
unique atmosphere created by 19th century narrow lanes and markets. Built on an island between the two main<br />
channels of the River Lee, Cork is a city of hills and steps, quays and bridges, Georgian houses, spires and pedestrian<br />
walkways.<br />
Cork and its region have a rich archaeological, cultural and literary heritage. Renowned for its art, music, literature and<br />
craft, the city’s unique character was recognised in its selection as the European Capital of Culture in 2005. Cork annually<br />
hosts international festivals of Film, Jazz, Folk Dance and Choral Music. Visitors to Cork enjoy the exciting entertainment<br />
and vibrant night life, with numerous theatres, restaurants, pubs and discotheques.<br />
Cork people are friendly, talkative and humorous. They enjoy meeting people from other countries and are famous for<br />
their hospitality.Our students comment on how relaxed they feel in Cork.<br />
It is a true microcosm of all Ireland and an ideal location for study.<br />
"There are no strangers, only friends you haven’t met".<br />
International flights from European cities make getting to<br />
Cork easy, with London less than an hour away by air. There<br />
are also excellent car ferry services from France and England.<br />
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