The legend of the Leprechaun
What’s the truth behind the leprechaun legend? Here’s what we know about this mysterious Irish fellow.
What is a Leprechaun?
Legend has it that a leprechaun is a type of fairy that stands about as tall as a three-year-old child.
A leprechaun is usually described as a bearded man who wears a green suit and hat.
According to stories, the leprechaun is a shoemaker who spends most of his time making and fixing shoes. In fact, some say when a leprechaun is near, you can hear the tap-tap-tapping of his tiny hammer as he drives nails into shoes.
These little men are also said to be very cheeky and enjoy playing tricks on those they meet.
What About That Pot of Gold?
It’s said that every leprechaun has a pot of gold that he hides deep in the Irish countryside. According to legend, the leprechaun must give this treasure away to anyone who captures him.
The story goes that the sneaky leprechaun can fool a person into looking away for an instant. And just like that, he vanishes into his forest home and takes his treasure with him.
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