County
Armagh,
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Armagh is the smallest county of Northern Ireland, yet its landscape
varies from the orchards of the north to the rugged mountains
of the south. The region is predominantly Catholic, and has a
rich heritage, with many prehistoric and early Christian remains.
The ancient
cathedral city of Armagh has been Ireland's spiritual capital
for 1500 years, and is the seat of both the Protestant and Catholic
archbishops. The city was named after the Celtic Queen Macha,
and is famed
for the elegance of its Georgian architecture and its two magnificent
cathedrals. Nearby, Navan Fort was once the legendary seat of
the kings of Ulster, and is one of the most ancient sites in the
country.
The north
of Armagh borders Lough Neagh, where the wetlands around the shore
form a habitat for masses of birds. The fertile land of the north
is also home to the county's famous orchards, along with two interesting
stately homes: the Argory, a 19th century mansion, and the 17th
century Ardress House. The south of Armagh is a strongly nationalist
region, nicknamed 'Bandit Country' due to its notoriety during
the Troubles. However, the south is filled with beautiful undulating
countryside that offers wonderful opportunities for walking. The
Ring of Gullion refers to the foothills surrounding Armagh's highest
mountain, and is steeped in Celtic mythology, with an abundance
of archaeological remains.
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