Derry

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Derry/Londonderry Essentials

Explore the architectural and political history of Derry/Londonderry through its most significant landmarks. This selection spans from the 17th-century fortifications of the Walled City and the prehistoric Grianan of Aileach hillfort to sites defining the modern Troubles. Visit the Bogside to see the Free Derry Corner and Bloody Sunday Monument, or explore the city’s religious heritage at Saint Columb’s and Saint Eugene’s cathedrals. The list also includes the Craft Village, a reconstructed Victorian-style quarter housing local artisans and traditional shops.

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Historic Churches & Cathedrals

Derry’s skyline is defined by the spires of its historic religious sites, spanning centuries of architectural evolution and denominational history. From the 17th-century Planter Gothic style of Saint Columb’s Cathedral—the first post-Reformation cathedral built in the British Isles—to the 19th-century Neo-Gothic grandeur of Saint Eugene’s, these sites offer insight into the region's complex past. The list also includes notable parish churches and unique mid-century modern designs, such as the award-winning circular St Aengus’s Church in Burt.

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Historic Sites of Derry & Donegal

This collection highlights the layered history of the Derry and Donegal region, spanning from prehistoric megaliths to 20th-century political landmarks. It features the Grianan of Aileach hillfort, the 17th-century Derry city walls with their original gates, and the 1522 Knockavoe battlefield. Architectural sites range from the medieval ruins of Old Enagh Church to the 19th-century derelict Altinaghree Castle, offering a comprehensive look at the defensive, ecclesiastical, and social evolution of the Northwest.

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Natural Wonders

This collection highlights the geographical diversity surrounding Derry-Londonderry and the Inishowen Peninsula. It features the Ness Waterfall, the highest in Northern Ireland, set within 55 hectares of ancient woodland. The list includes the Sperrin Mountains' upland lakes like Lough Ash and peaks such as Slievekirk, which provides panoramic views across the Foyle Valley. Coastal features include the sandy shores of Buncrana and the Amazing Grace Park, which commemorates the site where John Newton safely landed in 1748, an event that inspired his famous hymn.

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