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爱尔兰―圣贤及学者之国Ireland is a country with a dynamic and modern economy, but where history is so well preserved it is almost tangible. Its landscape is diverse and hauntingly beautiful. From heather covered mountains to dense wooded glens, dramatic coastline scenery to windswept bog lands, there is a breathtaking sight around every corner. If Ireland’s beauty is its scenery, then its people are its charm. People famed for their hospitality and their love of conversation, the Irish know how to appreciate the joy of living in the moment. This joy will infect the visitor too and Ireland, once visited, will never be forgotten. 爱尔兰是一个拥有强劲而又现代的经济的国家，不过，历史在那里保存得非常完善，几乎触手可及。该国的风景呈多元化，拥有醉人之美。从石南花覆盖的山峦到树木茂密的幽谷，从壮丽的海岸风光到大风肆虐的沼泽之地，叹为观止的景致遍及每一个角落。如果爱尔兰的美在于它的风光，那么该国民众就是其魅力所在。爱尔兰民众以其好客和健谈而著称，他们知道如何在生活中及时行乐。而这种享乐也会影响到游客，只要来爱尔兰一次，就再难以将这里忘怀了。 Climate Although situated in the northwest of Europe, Ireland is warmed by the waters of the Atlantic Gulf Stream and enjoys a relatively mild climate. Ireland is famous, however, for its large amount of rainfall, and no matter what time of year you go, you are sure to experience rain. In Ireland, rain can come in the form of a light drizzle that barely wets your clothes, or a heavy downpour that batters your windows. Rain can last from five minutes to several days. It is due to this wet climate that Ireland is home to beautiful lakes and rivers, and has a lush green landscape. Furthermore, from bus stops to shops to pubs, the capricious nature of the weather is a constant topic of conversation. Cities Ireland’s cities are its cultural centres and provide excellent bases for excursions into the beautiful countryside. 气候 虽然爱尔兰坐落在欧洲的西北部，但大西洋湾流使其变得和暖，享有一个相对温和的气候。不过，爱尔兰却是以其雨量丰沛而著称的，无论你是在一年中的什么时候前去，你肯定都会赶上下雨的。在爱尔兰，降雨形式可能是刚刚将你衣服润湿的毛毛细雨，也可能是把你的窗户击得粉碎的倾盆大雨。降雨会持续5分钟到几天不等。由于这种潮湿的气候，爱尔兰才享有了美丽的湖泊与河流，拥有了郁郁葱葱的绿色风景。而且，从公交车站到商店，再到酒馆，天气的反复无常永远都是一个话题。 城市 爱尔兰的城市是其文化的中心，并且为在优美乡村