Northern Ireland regions · Regions in Northern Ireland

Regions in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland was created in 1922 when all 32 Irish counties seceded from the United Kingdom to create the Irish Free State. Two days after its creation, six of the nine counties of Ulster (one of the four ancient Irish provinces) rejoined the Union, with the remaining three (Monaghan, Cavan and Donegal) staying in what is now the modern day Republic of Ireland. For this reason Ulster is a popular colloquial alternative name for Northern Ireland, even if it is not in the strictest sense geographically accurate.

Regions of Northern Ireland

County Antrim
Belfast is situated in County Antrim, as is the stunning North Coast and Giant's Causeway.

County Armagh
Formerly the most militarised territory in Western Europe and home of the Navan Fort.

County Londonderry
The city of Londonderry is located here.

County Down
The beautiful coastal resort of Bangor is found here. Also the Mourne Mountains - an area of outstanding natural beauty.

County Fermanagh
Largely rural county adjacent to the Irish border, famed for its numerous lakes.

County Tyrone
A rural county, home to the Sperrin Mountains.

The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Northern Ireland

Regions in Northern Ireland
Cities in Northern Ireland
Other Destinations in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland tourist information
Climate in Northern Ireland
History of Northern Ireland
People in Northern Ireland
Languages in Northern Ireland
How to get in Northern Ireland
Immigration and visa requirements in Northern Ireland
By air in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland by train
Northern Ireland by car
Northern Ireland by boat
Get around Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland by car
Car rental in Northern Ireland
By bus and train in Northern Ireland
Languages in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland attractions
Money and Shopping in Northern Ireland
Currency in Northern Ireland
Eating in Northern Ireland
Drink in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland travel safety advice
Telecommunication networks in Northern Ireland
Courtesy in Northern Ireland
Social Issues in Northern Ireland

Where To Stay & Best Hotels in Northern Ireland - updated May 2024

SAVE up to 75% on Last Minute deals! Search for discount Northern Ireland hotels, motels, apartments, hostels, guest accommodations and vacation resorts. Book now and pay at the hotel. Instant email confirmation!

>>> SEARCH FOR DEALS <<<

WHERE TO TRAVEL NEXT IN 2020

Destinations in Northern Ireland

Other Destinations

Northern Ireland Travel Guide from Wikitravel. Many thanks to all Wikitravel contributors. Text is available under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0, images are available under various licenses, see each image for details.

Regions in Northern Ireland