The signifiers of a divided community
Neighborhood: West Belfast
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Ever since the explosion of the "Troubles" in 1968, popular art has played a major role in proclaiming the loyalties of Belfast's two antagonistic communities. Vivid murals expressing political and paramilitary affiliations adorn the gable ends of houses on both sides of the divide. Kerbstones are also decorated with the colours of respective flags of allegiance. Many tourists to Belfast make the journey specifically to view these murals, which have become (in)famous around the world. One of the best ways to do so is by taking a Black Taxi Tour, which will take you to all the trouble spots of the city while your tour guide explains the distinctive iconography of the murals of both sides.
Reviewed by: john from belfast, antrim, GBR on Aug 5, 2008
murals of west belfast
This wonderful city Belfast is a most for this years travel planner,with over 6 million tourist visiting this hidden city last year.You will enjoy this non stop adventure on board a http://www.belfastblacktaxitours.com with peace walls and murals in the back streets of this awesome place you will enjoy the ride.The locals our very helpful and friendly they our amazed by the million of tourist's coming here.I replied this is living history,modern history and changing history.Try http://www.belfastattractions.co.uk for further information
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awesome tour thanks again http://www.belfastattractions.co.uk
Reviewed by: angela from belfast, antrim, GBR on May 25, 2007
MURALS OF BELFAST AMAZING THANK YOU www.taxitrax.
thank you taxitrax.com for a wonderful tour thank you again
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Yes
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taxitrax.com they were friendly helpful and amazing
My experience of west Belfast
My name is Jean Paul i come from Nice in France. I took a direct flight from Nice to Belfast in Febr...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Nice (France) on Mar 02 2006
