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Tuesday 6th June 2017

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June 6th 2017
It was a very stormy night and the day continued with strong winds and heavy downpours. Not much sun. We boarded a coach at 9:30 and headed into Belfast. Our guide took us on a city tour including the Falls and Shanklin Roads. We were surprised how small the area seemed after watching all the troubles on the news. Some of the peace walls are still in place. Belfast is gradually recovering and tour ... read more

Europe » Ireland

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Celtic tribes arrived on the island between 600-150 B.C. Invasions by Norsemen that began in the late 8th century were finally ended when King Brian BORU defeated the Danes in 1014. English invasions began in the 12th century and set off more than se... ... read more