According to legend, the Blarney Stone, located at Blarney Castle in County Cork, Ireland, has the power to grant those who kiss it the gift of eloquence. The story goes that the stone was originally part of the Stone of Destiny, which was used by the ancient Irish kings during coronation ceremonies. When the Stone of Destiny was taken to Scotland, a fragment of it was left behind at Blarney Castle.
The tradition of kissing the Blarney Stone began in the 18th century, when it was believed that kissing the stone would bring good luck and the ability to speak with great persuasion. To kiss the stone, visitors must lean over backwards from the castle's battlements, and hold onto an iron railing while kissing the stone.
The Blarney Stone has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ireland, and millions of people have kissed the stone over the years. Some famous people who have kissed the Blarney Stone include Winston Churchill, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton.
The Blarney Stone is just one of many legends that come from Ireland. Other popular Irish legends include the stories of Finn McCool, the Children of Lir, and the banshee.
