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You can buy a wide variety of products in Belfast. There are familiar food markets and fairly large shopping centers here. Both products from local manufacturers and products of world-famous brands are sold there. The city cannot be called a shopping center. So if you want to spend a few days walking through shopping galleries and picky choices of branded clothing and shoes, you'll be disappointed. The choice of branded products here is not superior to other small towns despite the fact that there are a dozen shopping centers in Belfast. The discount season comes here at exactly the same time as across the UK. You can start shopping at the Square Shopping Centre. This is not only a fairly large establishment in the city center. It is also a real tourist attraction thanks to the circular observation deck. The view of Belfast is magnificent from it. You can also go shopping at the relatively small Forestside Shopping Center. You can also visit the not-too-crowded Yorkgate. There is also a Great Northern Mall in the city. It is characterized by an unusual sculptural composition at the entrance. You can buy souvenirs at the Kennedy Centre, The Park Centre, or Westwood Shopping Centre. CastleCourt is popular with both tourists and locals. Of course, you can bring branded clothing, cosmetics, and electronics from Belfast. But true Irish goods are much more interesting. They are sold in large stores and small shops. You can also buy them in the markets. You can buy the … Read further

Our guide to Belfast

Traditions and mentality of Belfast

If you prefer music festivals, you should visit the summer international Blues Festival. Famous musicians from all cities of the UK and neighboring countries come to it, as well as to the International Jazz Festival. Aspiring talented performers also come to Belfast at this time. This event is a chance for them to become famous and find new fans. If you prefer contemporary art, perhaps you should visit the … Open

Travel guide to Belfast

Local pubs offer a selection of meat dishes to guests. Most travelers will be excited to try dozens of sausage types. It is important to mention that local food is usually hearty and meal portions are quite big. Without a doubt, local pubs are very popular with fans of Guinness beer. Besides dozen types of the foamy drink, visitors can always try many popular sorts of whiskey. Fans of more unusual … Open

Belfast for children - what to visit

Let's Go Hydro is not a Water Park in the usual sense of the word. But it's more like a big playground on the water. Several dozen floating structures are placed on the water surface. They form a kind of route. However, it is not necessary to compete with each other in the high-speed passage of this obstacle course. You can just climb, jump, and dive for fun here. But it is the competition in the speed of passing … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

The Claddagh ring will be a good gift for your beloved. According to legend, an Irishman who was captured created it. He mastered the craft of jewelry in captivity as a symbol of homesickness. The choice of symbols is not accidental: the heart symbolized love, the hands — trust, and the crown — loyalty. Today it is customary to give a Claddagh ring as a sign of friendship. It can also be used as an engagement … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

The vast majority of local culinary creations will not cause problems to the stomach of a European or American. The lack of excessive love for spices and the habit of eating exotic ingredients in the city will allow tourists to order any dish in Belfast without fear of encountering something completely unfamiliar. Traditional English breakfasts are very popular in the city. Scrambled eggs are at the heart of the … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Not only fans of loud parties and entertainment will fall in love with Belfast. This picturesque city is a perfect destination for a family vacation. If you arrive in the city with your spouse and children, consider attending Botanic Garden that is open in the territory of the Royal University. This garden is an exceptionally beautiful place that is also large in size. Its magnificent pavilions hide a rich collection … Open

Great Britain - moving around the country

The UK has a very long railway network. That’s one of the best in Europe. The most remote regions of the country can be reached by means of such transport. In order to save a little, it is worth buying tickets one or two weeks in advance. You can also get a reusable ticket. The speed of most of the trains in England reaches two hundred kilometers per hour. The cars are clean and comfortable. Trains run according to the schedule. The maximum delay time is 10-20 minutes. The cost depends on the duration of the trip, the point of departure and the class of a train or a car. To save time, many tourists travel between the most famous cities of the kingdom by air. There are about 450 air harbors in the country. Domestic flights are available at almost every airport. You can get there by buses, trains, transfers or by taxi. Since the United Kingdom is an island state, there is a well-developed sea transport. You can move between the mainland and coastal cities by ships and ferries. Moreover, the second type of transport is more popular among tourists. Firstly, its cost is low. Secondly, it is possible to transport any goods, and even cars or bicycles on ferries. In the midst of the tourist season, water taxis, yachts, and excursion boats run on Thames in London. You can also take a taxi. There are two main types of taxis - with meters and with a fixed tariff. In the first case, such a car can be taken on the street. The second type of taxi can be called only by phone. Don't forget to get the cost of the trip from the operator in advance. … Open

Overview of festivals and celebrations in Great Britain

One of the most important holidays in the UK is Christmas, which is traditionally celebrated on December, 25. The whole country lights up with holiday illumination on the eve of the holiday. It is celebrated even by families who do not belong to any religious confession. Christmas trees are set on the squares and in the living rooms. Houses are also decorated with toys, garlands, wreaths, and twigs of mistletoe hanging from the ceiling. It is customary to meet Christmas in the family circle. The whole family and relatives gather at the dinner table. The Christmas table dishes are strictly traditional. Turkey with stuffed vegetables is always served, and the hostess cooks a Christmas pudding for dessert. Another treat is specially cooked mulled wine. December 26 is a boxing day. It is common to exchange souvenirs and go for a walk. … Open

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