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Northern Ireland (Irish: Tuaisceart Éireann [ˈt̪ˠuəʃcəɾˠt̪ˠ ˈeːɾʲən̪ˠ] ⓘ; Ulster Scots: Norlin Airlann) is a part of the United Kingdom in the north-east of the island of Ireland that is variously described as a country, province or region.
2 days ago · Geographical and historical treatment of Northern Ireland, including maps and statistics as well as a survey of its people, economy, and government. Northern Ireland, part of the United Kingdom, occupies the northeastern quadrant of the island of Ireland and is sometimes referred to as Ulster.
Plan your next giant adventure in Northern Ireland with trip inspiration and local tips. Explore wild coastlines, rural landscapes, buzzing cities, attractions, events and more.
- The Causeway Coastal Route. The Causeway Coastal Route is a 120-mile drive between Belfast and Derry. It’s an incredibly scenic drive that takes you past many of the best things to do in Northern Ireland (here’s a map).
- Tollymore Forest Park. Tollymore Forest Park sits at the foot of the Mourne Mountains. It spans over 1,500 acres, with amazing views of the surrounding mountains and the Irish Sea.
- The mighty Mourne Mountains. The Mourne Mountains are Northern Ireland’s most impressive mountain range, and they’re home to NI’s tallest peak, Slieve Donard, which rises 850 metres tall.
- Belfast Black Cab Tours. If you’re wondering what to do in Northern Ireland that’ll give you a good insight into its turbulent past, look no further than the Belfast Black Cab Tours.
- The Giant’s Causeway, Co. Antrim – one of the top places to visit in Northern Ireland. If you want to experience incredible beauty with a mix of Irish mythology, then you should make a trip to the Giant’s Causeway, one of the most famous landmarks in Ireland!
- Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail, Co. Fermanagh – climb Ireland’s stairway to heaven. Looking one of the top things to see in Northern Ireland? Well, possibly the best walking route in the country is the Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail in County Fermanagh – also known as Ireland’s Stairway to heaven.
- The Old Bushmills Distillery, Co. Antrim – the world’s oldest whiskey distillery. If you love whiskey, then the Old Bushmills Distillery needs to be on your bucket list!
- Carrick-a-Rede, Co. Antrim – Northern Ireland’s famous rope bridge. If you are looking for a thrill, look no further than Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge in County Antrim!
This is a land that resounds with myths from the Sperrin Mountains to the Giant's Causeway. It's a place of unbridled creativity, from the music scene in Belfast to literary greats both, past and present. And it's hub of great food, with cutting-edge restaurants and cosy old pubs.
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