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Shankill Road

Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Ranked #24 of 110 attractions in Belfast
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Historic Sites
Activities: Driving
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Southern England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

The driver was a member of this community and knew about the history, geography, literature and legends of this troubled region. no bias, just told it how it is. The murals are awesome and provide food for thought.

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Belfast
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

The heartland of Ulster... Great for a tour, Great for lunch and great for the experience... What i would say, especially on a sat, if you have time, walk up one side of the road, taking in the sights and history, do a little shopping and even nip into one of their many cafes for good oul fashioned home made... More

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See 11 more reviews by Colin M for Belfast
Toronto, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

This area is worth a visit based on the history and the murals. Not a place to spend an afternoon in or anything, but worth a walk or drive.

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See 9 more reviews by Chantal S for Belfast
Belfast, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Best road in Belfast. The people are very friendly and there are some colourful murals which should be seen by all. Good shopping area with loads of independent shops and stores.

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Coagh
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

some nice murals capturing the feelings of the community in this loyalist heartland. place is worth a visit most locals drive or walk thorugh it and never notice the murals etc but to a visiting tourist well worth a bus tour through the area just to say you been here.

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See 4 more reviews by TyroneBiker for Belfast
London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 via mobile

A free activity to pass time by - a must see based on recent history & respect for the lives that were lost. It's a 5 minute walk from the city, and the road itself is approx 2 miles long so a lovely long walk if u want to get some fresh air. Muriels are spread out, there are sign... More

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See 2 more reviews by HospitalityLecturer for Belfast
Brisbane
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Went by black taxis to visit Shankill Rd,the driver gave us an insight into what it was like in the past and in the present. It opened my eyes to the fact unrest still excisits and that the locals dont see an end to the unrest. I found it so interesting and wanted to know more

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See 3 more reviews by Lillian50 for Belfast
Racine, WI
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This visit really brought home the origins and continuing issues of divided Belfast. It is a great contrast to the elegance of some other quarters of the city.

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See 5 more reviews by Babbettemom for Belfast
Canberra
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32 attraction reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The history of the area can be seen in the murals on the walls. There are some quite harsh and confronting pictures that display deep anger. I wonder what the residents think when all these tourists arrive to take pictures of their street and houses. Having said that, one resident greeted me with a friendly "hello" as I walked around.

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glasgow scotland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Great bus tour, reasonably priced. Lots to see and commentary information on the past events was great.

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