Free Derry Corner
Free Derry Corner
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Wayfaring Libertarian
Belfast, UK1,111 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
This is obviously an icon within Derry and deserves no less than 5 stars. I will say, however, that I was very disheartened to see that the braille had been removed on my most recent visit.
I’ve been blessed to get to visit Free Derry Corner on three separate occasions — 2022, 2023, and 2024. On my visit in 2023, braille had been added at the request of a local gentleman named Richard Moore.
If you know Mr. Moore’s story, it’s easy to understand what a beautiful gesture the addition of braille was.
Unfortunately, the braille was no longer there during my most recent visit in 2024. While it’s possible that a mural artist chose to remove the braille for the sake of being able to paint, to me, that’s simply not a very good excuse.
I’ve been blessed to get to visit Free Derry Corner on three separate occasions — 2022, 2023, and 2024. On my visit in 2023, braille had been added at the request of a local gentleman named Richard Moore.
If you know Mr. Moore’s story, it’s easy to understand what a beautiful gesture the addition of braille was.
Unfortunately, the braille was no longer there during my most recent visit in 2024. While it’s possible that a mural artist chose to remove the braille for the sake of being able to paint, to me, that’s simply not a very good excuse.
Written November 29, 2024
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Monica B.
Milan, Italy9,817 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
The most important references to what were the so-called "troubles" in Northern Ireland (3500 deaths!) are found in this square. First of all there is the wall that marks the beginning of the Catholic neighbourhood, then the enormous murals and two war memorials.
Written September 17, 2023
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sand100
Wirral, UK240 contributions
Aug 2021
This is an interesting area where you can see plenty of the murals as well as the famous wall and a couple of monuments. You don't need to spend a lot of time here but if you are interested in the murals wander further into the estate to see more. Also visit the Museum of Free Derry for an understanding of what happened in those streets.
Written September 2, 2021
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j1234
Belfast, UK179 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
Depressing area with the people wallowing in the past and their 'Free Derry' the city is free and in general a very nice place but this part of the city is depressing... the people need to look forward not always backwards and wallowing in their one sided view of history. Rest of the city is lovely and feels more european with lovely cafes etc
Written July 11, 2020
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alfie50
Southwold, UK2,747 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
Interesting area enjoyed taking in the murals and reflecting on their place in history.
Gives an insight to some of the causes of the Troubles. The desire for civil rights and equality.
Well worth taking in whilst in Derry.
Easy enough to drive up to the area and park close by and wander round.
Gives an insight to some of the causes of the Troubles. The desire for civil rights and equality.
Well worth taking in whilst in Derry.
Easy enough to drive up to the area and park close by and wander round.
Written September 13, 2020
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DarrellNI
Omagh, UK232 contributions
Oct 2011 • Friends
When we visited here we frankly felt intimidated by the thugs roaming the area trying to sell us the idea that hey were tour guides. The "monument" itself is just a shabby whitewashed wall which is claimed to be historic. We felt it was a waste of time to go to see this edifice and it was better to see the better attractions in Londonderry such the historic city walls, the Apprentice boys museum and the Guildhall.
Written September 12, 2012
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Zotsha
United Kingdom159 contributions
Sep 2012 • Business
This whole area had a terribly oppressive atmosphere. You feel constantly under surveillance- every curtain seems to have someone sitting behind it, looking out as you pass. The angry looks from gangs of youths passing by don't help either. This area and the monuments around must bring back the pain of past events every day to those unfortunate enough to have to live here. I can't imagine how miserable they must be to be constantly reminded of past injustices- little wonder that the residents seem so angry. Demolish the whole place and move on.
Written September 28, 2012
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DeeRP
Washington DC, DC45 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
We were not treated well by the younger people in Derry. They yelled hateful things (at older people), spit on a visitor, and glared at you all the time. We became afraid to walk around on a lovely summer evening.
Written July 2, 2014
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vince23
Naro, Italy63 contributions
Sep 2019
We are talking about a place not in Africa nor in South America, we are talking about a place in Europe where a certain kind of people couldn't vote nor to have a job. This place is called Derry (someone goes on calling it Londonderry) and is situated in the North of Ireland. If you go there, visit it and you will realize how liberty and rights can established and defended.
Written October 10, 2019
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Ian S
Lincolnshire, UK17 contributions
Sep 2016 • Family
Although of recent historical interest, we found this area of Londonderry intimidating and frightening. It is very sad that today's generation cannot get over their history and learn to get along with each other. We are A-political and realise that both sides in the troubles did terrible things. But surely it is time for the sake of future generations for all sides to stop aggravating each other. We found the people of Derry to be marvellous, kind and helpful and they have so much scope for future tourism, as shown when we also visitted there during the City of Culture year, it was fantastic. So put the murals in a museum if you must where those who choose to look at them can but for your own sakes remove them and stop intimidating those who wish to enjoy your beautiful city in ALL AREAS and spend the holiday money with you!
Written October 5, 2016
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Ciao a tutti
vi vorrei chiedere come si raggiunge il quartiere , quale è la via di riferimento?
Grazie a tutti
Gianluigi
Written June 22, 2016
Se entri nella cittadella murata e percorri il cammino sopra le mura (consigliato) Vedi il piccolo monumento giù nella vallata, scendi, passi la porta e lo raggiungi in 10 minuti
Written June 23, 2016
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