Derry City

The Walled City

The Walled City is one of the most complete within the British Isles and the only complete Walled City in Ireland.

The Historic City of Londonderry, also known as Derry, has a history stretching back to the 6th century AD when a monastery was founded there by the Irish Saint, Columba / Colmcille (521-597).

Derry~Londonderry is UK City of Culture for 2013 where it will play host to a year-long celebration of culture in the city, opening its doors to visitors from across the world.

It is anticipated that people will come in their thousands to experience the cultural life that has been at the heart of Londonderry for generations.