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Irish myths and legends

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       Irish myths and legends are a rich and diverse collection of tales that have been handed down through the ages, each one providing a window into the beliefs, traditions, and culture of the prehistoric Irish people. These stories, which feature gods, heroes, fantastical animals, and supernatural occurrences, are still captivating and motivating to people today.      C Chulainn is one of the most well-known figures in Irish mythology. He was a warrior hero with superhuman courage and strength. Fionn Mac Cumhail, a mythical warrior and the head of the Fianna, a group of Irish warriors who protected their homeland from invaders, is another well-known individual.      The tradition of the Children of Lir, who were turned into swans by their envious stepmother, and the legend of the Banshee, a supernatural being supposed to prophesy the demise of a family member by howling in the night, are two more well-known tales from Irish mythology.      Together with other magical beings like fa