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About The Legendary History Of Irish Pubs | Curious Traveler

Why is Dublin known worldwide for its pubs? Where did traditional Irish music come from? Why are there always flowers decorating a pub? What does the word "pub" mean? What is a "snug?" A Brian Boru harp? And how did a fella named Arthur Guinness become so important?

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The Legendary History Of Irish Pubs | Curious Traveler
Category
History
Runtime
25 minutes
Language
English

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