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Official Name Ireland / Eire
Population 3 900 000
Area 70 280 km2
Capital Dublin
Languages Irish, English
Religions Roman Catholic, 92%; others, 8%
Highest point Carrantuohill, 1 041 m
National Day 17 March

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