The map above shows Ireland and its massive diaspora or migration in other countries of the world. A Nation Beyond Its Borders Ireland has one of the most remarkable diaspora stories in world history. While the island itself has a population of just under 7 million people today (including both the Republic of Ireland and … Read more
The map of Ireland above shows the country’s Railways System in two different years, in 1920 and 2020. As you can see, in the 100-year difference, Ireland’s train system had a significant decline. How did this come about, and what factors contributed to the Irish railway system’s present state? The 1920s to 1940s First, some … Read more
The map above shows the United Kingdom, and how each area of the country is different in terms of linguistics, including how to pronounce words and the words that are used to refer to something. The map’s maker, Ryan Starkey of Starkey Comics, has since made significant changes to the maps above “with far more … Read more
The map above showcases the lighthouses that are scattered along the coastlines of Great Britain and Ireland, each glowing like a tiny star against the dark backdrop of the sea. These beacons of light trace the shores, forming a celestial-like pattern that mirrors the guiding role they have played for sailors throughout history and beyond. … Read more
The map above shows the large island of Ireland, depicting the geographical borders of the Republic of Ireland (in green) and Northern Ireland (part of the United Kingdom, in red). It is worth noting that as depicted on the red circle on the above map, the northernmost tip of the island itself does not belong … Read more
This is a map of the Republic of Ireland. It is colored according to the country’s flag. The lowlands are marked in green. Those covered in white represent a plain separated by hills, according to the NASA Earth Observatory. The orange areas of the map represent the high, mountainous areas. NASA says that each of … Read more