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They had to leave Ireland because there was a war

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They had to leave Ireland because there was a war

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Millions of Irish people were forced to leave Ireland during the 1820s

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Millions of Irish people were forced to leave Ireland during the 1820s

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March 17 corresponds to the Day Saint Patrick was Born

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March 17 corresponds to the Day Saint Patrick was Born

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One popular myth has Patrick driving the snakes out of Ireland

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One popular myth has Patrick driving the snakes out of Ireland

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Maewyn Succat consequently became a soldier

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Maewyn Succat consequently became a soldier

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The Saint Patrick's day dates back to the 5th Century

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The Saint Patrick's day dates back to the 5th Century

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National Geographic Kids - 404 | National Geographic Kids

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The first Saint Patrick's day occured in 1737

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The first Saint Patrick's day occured in 1737

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Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in Asia

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Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in Asia

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It might not be the first places you think of- but countries in Asia actually have some pretty incredible St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Although, there is not a high Irish population throughout Asia, on St. Patrick's Day everyone is Irish right? The holiday isn't big everywhere in Asia but there are a few places that really get into the spirit of things and would be a great place to spend the holiday if you're ever around the area in March!

It is a fairly recent addition to the list of Korean festivals, but since 2001 the Irish Association of Korea has been celebrating St. Patrick's Day with an annual parade that hosts up to 15,000 attendees. It is complete with everything you would expect for a St. Patty's Day celebration, including bagpipes, Irish dancing, Celtic music, lots of green, and of course lots of beer! The Koreans love any excuse for a good party!

This may come as a surprise to you, but the Japanese have celebrated and embraced Irish culture for quite some time, and this includes- of course- St. Patrick's Day. Each year, Tokyo hosts an amazing parade bringing 30,000 people to the streets to celebrate and several thousand parade participants. And like in Seoul, lots of green, music, food, and alcohol can be expected!

Due to it's strong associations with the British Isles, Singapore also has a connection to Irish heritage and with it, St. Patrick's Day. In addition to a spectacular parade, Singapore also hosts an annual St. Patrick's Day Ball. The celebrations stretch over a three day period. First begins the ball on the eve before the big day. Then on the 17th, the streets fill with green for the parade. And the fun continues on the 18th with street parties outside of local Irish pubs and Irish Festivals.

In previous years, Kuala Lumpur has had parties and festivals that have reached over 8,000 attendees. But Malaysia is making our list because of their public determination to host Asia's largest St. Patrick's Day Parade, even making an online pledge to make it into the Guinness Book of World Records. And they take it one step further, wanting to make not just the 17th the day of celebrations- but all of March!

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Asian Countries Know How to Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day Too

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It might not be the first places you think of- but countries in Asia actually have some pretty incredible St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Although, there is not a high Irish population throughout Asia, on St. Patrick's Day everyone is Irish right?

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Saint Patrick's Day is related to Winter

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Saint Patrick's Day is related to Winter

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The City of Winter Park and the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee are proud to present the 40th Annual Winter Park St. Patrick's Day Parade. This is the only St. Patrick's Day Parade in central Florida, so wear some green and gather your family and friends to enjoy the annual Irish festivities. The parade will begin at the Winter Park Country Club and proceed south down Park Avenue to Lyman Avenue. More than 75 units will participate.

The celebration will also feature Irish music and step-dancing at the main stage in Central Park with demonstrations by three Irish dance schools including Sarah Costello, Tir Na Greine and the Watters School of Irish Dance. Irish music will be provided by Mike Daly.

For more information, please call 386-785-6965.

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40th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade | City of Winter Park

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The City of Winter Park and the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee are proud to present the 40th Annual Winter Park St. Patrick's Day Parade. This is the only St. Patrick's Day Parade in central Florida, so wear some green and gather your family and friends to enjoy the annual Irish festivities.