Visitor attractions and information - Derry
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Saint Columbs Cathedral, Derry. Dominating
the skyline on all approaches to the City of Londonderry is Saint
Columbs Cathedral, which has stood on its prominent site
inside the famous Walls of Derry since 1633. It is Londonderry's
oldest building. This fine Cathedral has a square tower at its
west end, upon which is erected an octagonal spire. This tower
was built in 1802, and the spire added twenty years later. www.stcolumbscathedral.org.
Location: In the centre
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The
Tower Museum, Union Hall Place, Londonderry BT48 6LU. The Tower
Museum is located within the citys historic walls and has
won four major awards since its opening in October 1992. The
top of the Tower Museum (level 5) provides the only open air
viewing facility in the heart of the city centre with stunning
panoramic views of the inner city and river Foyle. Location: In the centre of Derry. |
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The City Walls Of Derry, Derry, County Londonderry
- Tel: 028 7126 7284. The City is the only remaining completely
Walled City in Ireland and one of the finest examples in Europe
of Walled Cities. These famous walls which date back to the early
part of the seventeenth century have withstood several sieges,
the most celebrated lasting 105 days. There are fine views from
the top of the walls which encircle the old city, a circuit of
one mile. Open to the public from dawn until dusk. Admission
free. Location: In the
centre of Derry. |
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Foyle
Valley Railway Museum, Foyle Road, Derry, BT48 6SQ. County Londonderry
- A collection of relics from the four railway companies which
served Londonderry are displayed at the Foyle Valley Railway
Heritage Centre. Steam locomotives, diesel railcars and all the
paraphernalia of a station can be seen and much more . Location: In the centre of Derry. |
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