County Londonderry

County Londonderry makes up one of the six counties of Northern Ireland. It is located towards the northwest of the province and lies on the west bank of the River Foyle. It also sits on the border with County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland. It is home to beautiful landscape and important historical buildings including the famous City Walls of Derry and the Mussenden Temple.

County Londonderry is home to Derry city, one of five cities in Northern Ireland. Derry, also know as Londonderry, is a 6th Century City full of history, culture and creativity. It successfully preserved its great 17th Century defensive Walls, which in fact were never breached.

Meander through the bustling streets of Derry and listen to the echoes of 1450 years of history, marvel at the ever-changing skyline of the city or explore the greater area of County Londonderry with its beautiful green landscape and interesting towns and villages such as the popular seaside resort of Portstewart, Magherafelt and Castlerock.

Visit www.derryvisitor.com for further information.