“The Emerald Isle”
Ireland is often called "the Emerald Isle". In this name its lush greenery is reflected. Thanks to the winds that blow from the Atlantic Ocean the soil and the air are warm and damp. That is why fresh green grass coveres the ground in Ireland and it makes the island look so beautiful.
In Ireland and its many attractions, evidencing the rich history and culture of the country. An example is the King John's Castle on king island in Limerick. It is near the river Shannon. The castle is a remnant of ancient Viking settlement. Visitors ' attention is attracted walls, fortifications and towers of the castle. The castle suffered the brunt during the siege of Limerick, the first of five sieges occurred during the seventeenth century.
Belfast is the administrative capital and largest city of Northern Ireland. Most of Belfast is in County Antrim, but parts of East and South Belfast are in County Down. It is on the flood plain of the River Lagan
Another famous city of Northern Ireland-Derry or Londonderry.
It is southwest of Belfast, on the River Lagan, which forms the boundary between County Antrim and County Down.
The River Clanrye, which runs through the city, forms the historic border between County Armagh and County Down.
It was several times been subjected to bombing, but was renovated and now Shine in wealth. The Grand Opera house
In the history of the cable bridge Carrick-a- Rede with him, nobody fell, however, many travelers, who managed to cross a bridge one day, simply cannot decide on the return for him - and so, back to the departure point for boat trips. In the past the famous bridge was even worse - built by local fishermen, send on the island for salmon fishing, he envisioned the railing on one side only. When the Carrick-a- Rede received his first popularity among tourists looking for the thrill of the national trust of Ireland replaced the old bridge a little more robust construction with two handrails.
Giant's Causeway - a breathtaking array educated about 40 000 basalt columns of frozen rocks of volcanic origin. The only place in Ireland, included in the world heritage List of UNESCO.
Since ancient times the Celts, residing on the territory of Ireland, famous for their magical abilities in the field of alchemical preserves and potions. And no country in the world do not like whiskey the way love him in Ireland, homeland " Bushmills ". Distillery " Bushmills " is located on the North of Ireland in the small town of Bushmills, in whose honor was named distillery. Founded in 1608, it is considered the oldest in the world and never suspended its activities. Its founder is a Thomas Phillips, the representative of the king Northern Ireland, which had the right to distribute the license, which he did in the first place for myself.
Stormont - former place of the Parliament of Northern Ireland, currently the residence of the Minister of Northern Ireland.
Loch ness-big deep freshwater lake in Scotland, which was delayed for 37 km South-West of Inverness. The lake is widely known in the world thanks to the legend of the Loch Ness monster. There are numerous commercial routes on the lake for tourists wishing to enjoy the picturesque nature and perhaps see the mythical monster.
The castle, situated on a headland overlooking Loch Ness, is one of the largest in Northern Ireland in area.It was approached from the west and defended by a ditch and drawbridge. The buildings of the castle were laid out around two main enclosures on the shore. The northern enclosure or Nether Bailey includes most of the more intact structures, including the gatehouse, and the five- storey Grant Tower at the north end of the castle. The southern enclosure or Upper Bailey, sited on higher ground, comprises the scant remains of earlier buildings.
