Learn About Ireland - Features pictures of Ireland, traditions, recipes, history, games, and puzzles for kids. Google - The local version of this pre-eminent search engine, offering Irish pages as well as world results. CIA - The World Factbook: Ireland - Features map and brief descriptions of the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military and transnational issues. US Department of State - Ireland - Country portal offers a map and links to Background Notes, the US embassy and the current ambassador, press releases, fact sheets, annual Human Rights Reports and other major reports including Industry Market Reports. Proudirish.com - Irish portal. News, email, links and discussion boards. All About Ireland - Directory site including links to business, the media, travel and tourism. Island Ireland - Irish art, culture and environment information. Our Ireland - Showcase of Irish history and popular Irish writers and poets, images, maps and advice on things to see and do. Ireland's Eye - A look at Irish culture, history and traditions. Includes information on family names, receives and a ghostcam. Blackwater Valley - A guide to the Blackwater river and towns surrounding it. Startpage.ie - Categorised Irish links includes news and weather. Irish Links - A selection of useful links for residents. Wikipedia - Republic of Ireland - Hyperlinked encyclopedia article covers the country's history, government and politics, geography, economy, demographics, language and culture. Irish Search - Searchable hierarchical directory of Irish sites. Proud 2 Be Irish - Information, history and cultural facts on the Irish State and Ireland. My Kids Time - Regional activities, events, classes and services for children; monthly newsletter, articles and competitions. Find Your Local - Directory of pubs, restaurants and accommodation indexed by county. Ireland 24 - Directory of business, health, recreation and travel websites.