Things to do in Carrickfergus

It was truly awe-inspiring, giving us a glimpse into the world's largest and most authoritative Titanic-themed museum (Titanic Belfast), built on the original site of the Titanic's birthplace—the former Harland & Wolff shipyard. (Figure 1) The museum opened on March 31, 2012, the 100th anniversary of the Titanic's sinking. The building stands 38.5 meters tall, the same height as the Titanic's hull; its angular design symbolizes the bow and iceberg. (Figure 5) The Titanic's original route was: Belfast (built/launched) → Southampton (the port of departure for the maiden voyage and where most passengers boarded) → Cherbourg (France), where wealthy French and American passengers boarded → Cough (Ireland), the last stop in Europe → never docked again, sailing directly into the Atlantic Ocean and sinking. (Figure 6) The square seen from the museum windows is the site of the original Thompson Dry Dock (Figure 4), now marked with the outlines of the Titanic and its sister ship, the Olympic. The Titanic on the left is drawn to its full length and width, with the original locations of first/second/third class cabins, decks, funnels, bridge, and lifeboats marked (Figures 3 and 7). The museum authentically recreates many ordinary yet courageous life stories, such as: the violin played by the conductor who insisted on performing until the very last moment, the shipbuilding chief engineer's blueprints (Figure 8), and the pocket watch that sank to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean with its owner, time forever frozen at that moment (Figure 9). Standing at the birthplace of the Titanic, one truly understands that encounter and farewell a century ago. Steel remembers, the waves echo, grandeur and regret coexist; history is far more moving than any film. May every story be gently remembered. 🌊

The price is cheaper if you order on-site, so I suggest you don't order online. Besides, they can't scan the QR code for online orders. On-site, it's only 14 pounds for adults, but they're charging 156 pounds here, which is outrageous.

It can be said to be a landmark building in the center of Belfast, with a typical Victorian classical dome, bright green roof, magnificent colonnade, intricate carvings, wide green space, and is surrounded by the most prosperous commercial street in Belfast.

The castle, over 800 years old, is worth a visit; it's built by the sea.

The castle is situated in between a mountain and sea. Gardens in the surrounding are also stunning. Moreover, if you like trekking, this is an ideal location.

Belfast's Peace Wall is a witness to Northern Ireland's dark history. Now the whole Northern Ireland region is very peaceful and stable, and on this Peace Wall, people use cartoons to record the past history and the beautiful vision of peace. The whole wall is very long, and there are many subjects for painting, which is very beautiful. It is definitely a place you must visit when you come to Belfast.

The sacred cathedral is a very eye-catching building, just like the CBD in China, but it gives people a completely different meaning.

This so-called bar is actually a small restaurant in a market. Since there are no live animals for sale in the local market, it is not very dirty or wet. There are one or two places that are used as restaurants. This market is open only on weekends, so are the restaurants. In the morning, many locals come here to have breakfast first, and then buy things to cook at home. The small restaurants here are very simple, don't think of the word "luxury", the price of food is relatively cheaper, probably because of the environment.