Saint Patrick 101

March 17th is Saint Patrick's Day, or "Paddy's Day" as it is sometimes called. A day filled with Saint Patrick's Parades and Saint Patrick's Festivals from Monaghan to Monserrat, from Limerick to London and from Belfast to Boston.

But why?

Find out all about Saint Patrick and Saint Patrick's Day here:

Background Information on Saint Patrick and Saint Patrick's Day

• The Historical Patrick
• A Traditional Saint Patrick's Day
• Origins of the Saint Patrick's Day Parades

Celebrating on Saint Patrick's Day

• Saint Patrick's Day 2009 in Ireland and Abroad
• Original Irish Foods - What to Feast on in Ireland
• Favorite Irish Drinks - Alcoholic Beverages in Ireland
• Pubs of Dublin - The Top 10

Touring Ireland in Saint Patrick's Footsteps

• Tracking Patrick in Dublin, Meath, Connacht and Ulster
• The Pilgrimage of Croagh Patrick (County Mayo)

Museums and Attractions with a Connection to Saint Patrick

• National Museum of Ireland (Kildare Street, Dublin
• Saint Patrick's Cathedral (Dublin)
• Saint Patrick Centre, Downpatrick (County Down)
• Saint Patrick's Trian, Armagh (County Armagh)
• Ulster Museum (Belfast)