What is kiss the blarney stone?

Kissing the Blarney Stone is a popular tourist tradition in Ireland, specifically at Blarney Castle near Cork. The Blarney Stone is a block of limestone built into the battlements of the castle tower, and legend has it that kissing the stone endows the kisser with the "gift of gab" or great eloquence.

To kiss the Blarney Stone, visitors must lie on their back and lean backwards from the parapet wall while holding onto iron bars for support. Kissing the stone can be a bit challenging and requires some flexibility, but many people believe it is worth it for the supposed benefits it brings.

While the origins of the tradition are unclear, it has been practiced for centuries and remains a popular activity for tourists visiting Ireland. It is said that over 400,000 people come to kiss the Blarney Stone each year.