Northern Ireland Day 5
Any trip to Northern Ireland can't forget the Titanic which was built here.
Look into the Titanic Foundation Ltd which is working on a $150m project to bring Titanic home to Belfast in the centenary year of its departure from Belfast and its fateful voyage.
The iconic building that is the museum is shaped like a ship's hull and will comprise of 9 galleries over 4 floors.
Here the visitor will travel through time and listen to stories of those who built this great ocean liner and those who were on board. The visitor will then be told about present day events. There will be video footage to view. There's something about all things Titanic that is a continuing fascination for people and this museum is no different. Don't miss it!
Another museum worth checking out is the Ulster Museum (www.nmni.com) which boasts a 23m high atrium with glass and steel walkways which lead to history, art and science galleries at different levels.
A great place to stay in this area is the Merchant Hotel (www.themerchanthotel.com). And for eating there is Molly's Yard (www.mollysyard.co.uk)
Now it's time to enjoy the fresh air and you can do that at the Botanic Gardens. Right now the gardens are adorned with lights and magic for Leon (part of the Belfast Festival at Queens).
Laid out in 1827, the gardens are a restful haven of lawns, trees and flowers, along with curving walks. There's also a magnificent Palm House completed in 1852.
All too soon your visit to Northern Ireland will come to a close and you'll be wishing you could hurry back to this beautiful Emerald Isle.
For more information, see the website: www.discovernorthernireland.com
Re travel: San Francisco resident can fly to Belfast, Northern Ireland, to start their five day tour by using SFO International Airport. Deals can be found online at www.kayak.com
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See the slideshow of photos related to this story on the left side in the middle. Hear the theme tune to the movie Titanic. Listen to this beautiful music all over again.
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