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Goidels, a group of ancient Celtic tribes who settled in Ireland in the fourth century B.C. By mixing with the native pre-Indo-European population, the Gaels began the formation of the Irish people. In the fifth to the sixth century A.D. part of the Gaels migrated to Scotland, where they took part along with the Picts in the formation of the Scottish nationality. The name “Gaels” is still used for the ethnic group that inhabits the mountainous regions of northern Scotland and the Hebrides Islands. Their population is about 100,000 (1970, estimate). Present-day Gaels ordinarily speak Gaelic (Scottish Gaelic), but almost all of them know English as well. The most common religious affiliations are Presbyterian and Catholic. The principal occupation is the raising of livestock. REFERENCENarody zarubezhnoi Evropy, vol. 2. Moscow, 1965.Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | The couple are the fresh young faces of the annual celebration of Gaelic culture - the Royal National Mod - which begins in Oban on Friday. This four night short break will take you to one of the most wonderful corners of the Emerald Isle, a region renowned the world over for its ancient Gaelic culture and for the charm and four star hotel, with continental B& B, in the spectacular setting of Rosses Point, just a fiveminute drive from Sligo's bustling town centre. This four night short break will take you to one of the most wonderful corners of the Emerald Isle, a region renowned the world over for its ancient Gaelic culture and for the charm and allure of its lovely scenery. |
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