Located in the northeastern side of the Union, Northern Ireland is an integral part of the United Kingdom. The region is bordered by the North Channel on the northeastern side and the Irish Sea on the southwestern side.
Covering an area of about 5,452 sq miles, Northern Ireland comprises 16 district seats, some of which are Londonderry, Antrim, Ballymoney, Omagh, and others. Some of the important cities of Northern Ireland are Portrush, North Down, Armagh, Derry and others.
Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, is also the largest city of the region. Located at 53º 35' N, 5º 55' W, the city houses a population of about 484,800. Belfast International Airport connects the city with all major parts of Europe.
Be it the picturesque beaches or the enchanting castles and monuments, the interesting museums or the wonderful parks and gardens, Northern Ireland presents a range of opportunities for tourists. The Giant Causeway is a picturesque travel destination of the region.
Cities of Northern Ireland
Some of the important cities of Northern Ireland are as follows:
| Portrush
Portswart
Rathfriland
Dungiven
Maghera
Carnlough
Randalstown
North Down
Newtownstewart
Coalisland
Lurgan
Tandragee
Portaferry
Belcoo
Aughnacloy |
Ballynahinch
Bessbrook
Keady
Craigavon
Lisburn
Dunmurry
Warrenpoint
Carryduff
Donaghadee
Castlederg
Belleek
Pettigoe
Kilkeel
New Castle
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These cities have been marked on the Political Map of Northern Ireland by black dots.