Belfast Introduction

Belfast may be a small city but don t let the size fool you - as it is big on excitement. Once the home of the Irish linen industry, tobacco production, rope making and the world famous Harland and Wolff shipbuilders, Belfast lays claim to a unique history.

Release time : 2016-08-16 17:49:21

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City Introduction

Belfast may be a small city but don't let the size fool you - as it is big on excitement. Once the home of the Irish linen industry, tobacco production, rope making and the world famous Harland and Wolff shipbuilders, Belfast lays claim to a unique history. And there's something for everyone to love. Shopping, tours, world-class dining, block rockin' beats, you name it - it’s got it. It has also been awarded the Best UK City in 2016 by the Guardian and the Observer and been recommended by National Geograghic as one of the best food destination in the world.

Key attractions include Titanic Belfast - the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience, the magnificent City Hall, the Nomadic and HMS Caroline, Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast Zoo, St Anne’s Cathedral, the Ulster Museum, the Ulster Hall and the Grand Opera House to name but a few!

The city’s lively Cathedral Quarter, with its bustling bars and restaurants, has also taken on a pivotal role as the focus for Belfast’s burgeoning arts and crafts scene. Belfast delivers over 100 events and festivals every year and has hosted many major international events including the Tall Ships, MTV EMAs, the Giro d’Italia and the World Police and Fire Games.

With talented chefs, superb local produce and great value, Belfast also has one of the tastiest food scenes in the UK or Ireland. Food lovers are drawn to its unique food and drink tradition, a superb array of delis, cafes, gastro pubs and restaurants, renowned artisan producers and the award-winning St George’s Market.

Belfast has two airports within a 30 minute reach and Dublin Airport is only 90 minutes by road. Belfast Harbour is located just three kilometres from the city centre and is the second busiest port on the island of Ireland.

Historical Culture

The “Belfast” name is from Irish “Béal Feirste”, which means the estuary of “Farset