Why Ireland?

Key Facts

Official name:	Ireland (Irish: Éire)
Population	4.6 million
Capital	Dublin
Area	70,182 sq km (27,097 sq miles)
Major languages	English, Irish
Major religion	Christianity
Life expectancy	78 years (men), 82 years (women)
Monetary unit	1 euro = 100 cents
Main exports	Machinery and equipment, chemicals, foodstuffs
Sources: BBC and CIA World Factbook

Why Live In Ireland?

South-West Cork Ireland is regularly voted one of the best countries in the world to live. Indeed, in 2010 the UN ranked Ireland as the 5th best place in the world for 'human development'.

Of particular note, the benefits provided to senior citizens are second to none, including free health care, free public transportation, fuel allowance, and significant discounts on hotel and electricity bills. Barleycove Beach

The education system is also highly admired across Europe. Ireland's Primary & Secondary education is free and there are excellent schools in every parish, village and town. Ireland's third level education system (Regional Colleges and Universities) is grant aided depending on means.

Pollution in South-West of Ireland is practically non-existent. Instead, there are pristine beaches and stunning scenery wherever you look.

There is also the renowned Irish hospitality which has attracted people from all over the globe to visit Ireland.

It's no wonder that more and more people are looking at Ireland - and particularly South-West Ireland - as a great place to buy property.