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St. Patrick's Day 2016

Last english lesson, we were talking about St. Patrick's Day. Here are some informations about this day.


St Patrick's Day Parade
Every year there is a St Patrick's Day Parade in London, which is usually arranged on the Sunday closest to 17 March.

More About St Patrick's Day
St Patrick's Day is celebrated across the capital, with parties in many of London's Irish pubs and bars. Expect green decor, traditional Irish drinks and lots of fun!

Some Facts
Saint Patrick is one of the patron Saints of Ireland and the day is traditionally celebrated with a feast and a national holiday in Ireland. St Patrick's Day is also celebrated all over the world, by people of both Irish and non-Irish descent.

Symbols
The most common St Patrick's Day symbol is the shamrock. The shamrock is the leaf of the clover plant and a symbol of the Holy Trinity. Many people choose to wear the color green and the flag of the Republic of Ireland is often seen in St Patrick’s Day parades around the world.

 

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