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Belfast

BELFAST (Belfast) is the main city and port of the North. Ireland (Great Britain), 304 thousand inhabitants in the Irish metropolitan area (1986). Mechanical engineering (large shipbuilding), light industry. University. Known since the 12th century. After the dismemberment of Ireland (1921), one of the centers of conflict on religious grounds in the North. Ireland.

Belfast

Belfast(Belfast), a city-county in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The political and economic center of Northern Ireland. Founded (originally as a fortified castle) at the end of the 12th century. Area 73 km2. Population 399.3 thousand people. (1966). A port on the shore of the Northern Strait, at the confluence of the river. Lagan in Belfast Lough. The inland areas are connected by railway. network and channel. Airport B. - Sydney. Industrial center (about 60% of those employed in Northern Ireland's industry). B. and its surroundings are an ancient region of the flax industry, which arose using local raw materials in the 17th century. In the middle of the 19th century. The shipyards of the Harland and Wolfe company came into operation, producing up to 7-8% of UK ships. Ships such as the Titanic and others were built here. Marine engineering, rope production and other industries are closely related to shipbuilding. In Bulgaria there is a large aircraft plant, enterprises in the electrical industry, textile engineering, tobacco, food, and clothing industries, as well as the production of woolen fabrics, carpets, and artificial fiber. University (since 1845), technological college; art Gallery.

B. is a major center of the labor and democratic movement. At the end of the 1960s. together with other cities in Northern Ireland, it became an arena of workers’ struggle for civil and social rights.

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Belfast

Belfast- a city in Great Britain, the capital of Northern Ireland. Located at the mouth of the Lagan, on the Irish Sea.

Belfast is the main city and port of Northern Ireland. Population - 579,554 inhabitants (2001). The second most populous city on the island of Ireland after Dublin.

Mechanical engineering, light industry. University. Known since the 12th century. After the division of Ireland (1921) - one of the centers of conflict on religious grounds in Northern Ireland. In 1911, the Titanic was launched at the English shipyard Harland and Wolff in Belfast.

Belfast (area)

Belfast- city-region of the same name in the south-east of Northern Ireland. In terms of population, the region is the largest of all regions in Northern Ireland.

Belfast (Christchurch)

Belfast- a suburb of Christchurch in New Zealand. Located north of Christchurch, near.

Belfast (international airport)

Belfast International Airport(Irish: Aerfort Idirnáisiúnta Bhéal Feirste) (IATA: BFS, ICAO: EGAA is an airport located approximately 24 kilometers west of Belfast. Also known as Aldergrove, through the village, which is located west of the airport. The runways at Belfast International Airport are shared between a civilian airport and RAF Aldergrove, which has its own infrastructure. Over 5 million passengers (2.1% of UK airport traffic) used Belfast International Airport in 2006, 1.4 million (39.2%) more than in 2001. Belfast International Airport is the busiest in Northern Ireland and the largest of Belfast's two airports. (the second is George Best Airport).

The airport serves scheduled flights to 48 destinations (16 local, 32 European and transatlantic). Transatlantic destinations include Newark, Orlando, Toronto, Vancouver and Halifax. Charter flights are served to Africa, Canada, the Caribbean, Mexico, the USA and a number of European countries.

Belfast International Airport is the main hub for EasyJet and Jet2.com, with Bmibaby, First Choice Airways and Thomas Cook Airlines also conducting a significant portion of their operations through Belfast International Airport. In December 2007, Aer Lingus also established a base at the airport; in early 2008, it is expected to open flights to 4 destinations; in the future, the airline plans to increase the total number of destinations to nine, they will be served by three aircraft based at the airport.

The airport is owned by TBI plc, the same company that owns Luton, Cardiff and Orlando Sanford airports.

Belfast International Airport has a license (number P798) to operate passenger flights and train pilots.

Belfast (disambiguation)

Belfast:

• Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland.
• Belfast is a city-region of the same name in the southeast of Northern Ireland.
• Belfast ( Belfast, Maine) is a city in the US state of Maine.
• Belfast is the airport in Belfast.
• Belfast is a 1977 song by Boney M.
• Belfast is a suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand.
• Belfast is a town in Murray County, Minnesota, United States.

Examples of the use of the word Belfast in literature.

During the attack on Belfast The 83rd Infantry put up a strong resistance, defending its barracks on North Queen Street - massive, strong buildings.

I sent one of the transports to the Azores with instructions that it should go to Belfast, as soon as the repairs are completed.

But Belfast defeated, Ulster surrendered, and Ireland is united, indivisible and free.

In Northern Ireland, Scottish troops fought a fighting retreat and returned with the news that Belfast also taken.

We are a people of workers who have built Belfast in a matter of years and made it a prosperous, growing city.

I interrupted him: - But, Doctor Finchatton, what do they have to do with Cain's swamp? Belfast, Liverpool and Spain?

Margaret at first threatened to sue them, but in the end she took the baby to Belfast

And again Margaret Hanen took her son to Belfast, and there he was christened Samuel.

But at least it's now clear where Jeff crossed paths with him - he was a lieutenant in one of the first units sent to Belfast, and probably wandered into Cooley's store one day.

The stillness of faded skies Belfast Only two or three curly clouds disturbed the sky.

They go from London Derry on the north coast, straight to Belfast and down to Newry, past Dublin, to Waterford and Cork.

This means we will have trains and good roads, and before Belfast, apparently, no more than fifty miles.

East of Belfast, where Belfast Lough meets the Irish Sea, lies the tiny fishing village of Groomsport.

Behind Captain Otfried, who galloped out of Belfast artillery fire thundered along the coastal road to the north.

Apart from this single report from Belfast, we are operating completely in the dark.

The main feature of the center is Donegall Square, surrounded by impressive Victorian monuments. Donegall Square is home to the town hall, a true example of mixed architectural styles. It is also home to the Linen Hall Library, which houses major treasures of Irish literature.

The High Saint area of ​​north Belfast, known as The Entrance, is the oldest part of it. It was virtually destroyed by bombing during the Second World War and now only a handful of pubs remain, reflecting the spirit of the past. The Grand Opera House is also a Belfast landmark. It was bombed several times, but was restored and now sparkles with wealth. The history and culture of the city is presented in the Ulster Museum next to the university. The Belfast suburbs include a zoo, Cave Hill Country Park, Belfast Castle, which theoretically dates back to the 12th century but the current structure was built in 1870, and Stormont, home of the Northern Ireland Assembly.

Best time to visit

Now a popular holiday destination, it looks best in summer.

What to see

• The extensive Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park to the south of the city, with a stunning rose garden where up to 20 thousand roses bloom in season.
• Unexpected frescoes on the facades of houses.
• Samson and Goliath are twin shipbuilding cargo cranes on Queens Island.
• A true reminder of Old Ireland, the Crown Liquor Saloon on Great Victoria Street.
• Belfast Castle in Cavehill Country Park with superb views over Belfast Lough and the city.
• Lagan Weir is a major engineering structure near the old Customs House, completed in 1994.

The oldest daily newspaper in the world is published in Belfast - The News Letter, the first issue of which was published in 1737.

The city of Belfast is located on the territory of a state (country) Great Britain, which in turn is located on the territory of the continent Europe.

Which administrative and political part does the city of Belfast belong to?

Belfast is part of the administrative and political part of Northern Ireland.

The administrative and political part is an enlarged territory consisting of several constituent entities of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

What county (district) is the city of Belfast located in?

The city of Belfast is part of County Antrim.

A characteristic of a county (district) or a subject of a country is the integrity and interconnection of its constituent elements, including cities and other settlements that are part of the county (district).

County (district) Antrim is an administrative unit of the state of Great Britain.

Population of the city of Belfast.

The population of the city of Belfast is 339,600 people.

What time zone is Belfast located in?

The city of Belfast is located in the administrative time zone: UTC+0, in summer UTC+1. In this way, you can determine the time difference in the city of Belfast, relative to the time zone in your city.

Belfast area code

Belfast telephone code: +44-28. In order to call the city of Belfast from a mobile phone, you need to dial the code: +44-28 and then the subscriber’s number directly.

Official website of the City of Belfast.

Website of the City of Belfast, official website of the City of Belfast or as it is also called “Official Website of the City of Belfast Administration”: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/.

Flag of the city of Belfast.

The Belfast City Flag is the official symbol of the city and is represented on the page as an image.

Coat of arms of the city of Belfast.

The description of the city of Belfast presents the coat of arms of the city of Belfast, which is the distinctive sign of the city. City with Square Center height Population Timezone Telephone code Official site

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Royal Avenue Belfast

The area of ​​modern Belfast has been inhabited since the Bronze Age. In the area, on the hills, you can still see the remains of the Giant's Ring (5000 year old Henge), and hill forts preserved from the Iron Age.

In 1177, the Englishman John de Courcy John de Courcy) built a castle on this site, but the actual appearance of the city is considered to be 1609, when King James began the settlement of Ulster (eng. Plantation of Ulster ) by English and Scottish settlers. Sir Arthur Chichester Sir Arthur Chichester) was given possession of land in Ulster, including Belfast Castle, which he rebuilt in 1611. A small town arose around this castle.

At the beginning of the 17th century, the population of Belfast was approximately 1,000 people. Wool, leather, grains, butter and corned beef were all exported to England, Scotland and France. Belfast later began active trade with the colonies in North America and India. At the end of the 17th century, the population increased to 1500-2000 people due to the French Huguenots, who were engaged in linen production, fleeing persecution.

In the 18th century the population grew very quickly. By 1800 there were already about 20,000 people. The first ones were founded: a newspaper in 1737, a bank in 1752 and a theater in 1768. The production and export of flax also increased sharply.

Belfast continued its rapid growth into the 19th century. And already in 1888 from Queen Victoria (eng. Queen Victoria) received official city status. All kinds of institutions were built: hospitals, a university, churches, etc. In 1823, gas lighting appeared in the city, and in 1839, the first railway connection. There was also a boom in shipbuilding and port operations. By the end of the 19th century, whiskey and tobacco production played an important role in the city.

Belfast has been the capital of Northern Ireland since its founding in 1921. Since then, it has become a center in the conflict between Catholics and Protestants, which peaked between 1960 and 1990. And which officially ended in 1998 with the conclusion of the so-called Belfast Agreement. Belfast Agreement).

During World War II, the city was subject to very heavy German air raids. One such raid in 1941 cost the lives of about 1,000 people and left tens of thousands homeless.

Now Belfast is a well-developed city, attracting more and more tourists.

Politics and administrative divisions

Local government

The city of Belfast has a mayoral form of local government. The officials are the Lord Mayor, the Deputy Mayor and the High Sheriff, who are elected from among the members of Belfast City Council. Belfast City Council), which in turn consists of 51 councilors representing the city's 9 constituencies ( Oldpark, Castle, Victoria, Pottinger, Laganbank, Balmoral, Upper Falls, Lower Falls And Court), and is divided into departments and committees overseeing different areas.

In the 2005 elections, council seats were divided as follows:

• 15 - Democratic Unionist Party Democratic Unionist Party)
• 14 - Sinn Fein Sinn Fein)
• 8 - Social Democratic and Labor Party (eng. Social Democratic and Labor Party (SDLP) )
• 7 - Ulster Unionist Party Ulster Unionist Party)
• 4 - Alliance Party Alliance Party)
• 2 - Progressive Unionist Party Progressive Unionist Party)
• 1 - Independent candidate

Northern Ireland Assembly and UK Parliament

Belfast, as the capital of Northern Ireland, is home to the Northern Ireland Assembly - the elected legislative branch of Northern Ireland, which has the power to make a wide range of laws that do not interfere with the laws of the UK Parliament, as well as to appoint the executive branch. The seat of the Assembly is the Houses of Parliament - Stormont. Stormont) in Belfast.

Physiographic characteristics

Belfast is located on the east coast of Ireland. Coordinates 54.596944 , -5.929167 54°35′49″ n. w. 5°55′45″ W d. /  54.596944° s. w. 5.929167° W d.(G) (O). It lies at the western end of Belfast Lough at the mouth of the River Lagan. River Lagan) and is protected from the north-west by a chain of hills. All this is ideal for the shipbuilding industry that once made the city famous.

Belfast Climate
Index	Jan.	Feb.	March	Apr.	May	June	July	Aug.	Sep.	Oct.	Nov.	Dec.	Year
Absolute maximum, °C	13,6	14,9	15,7	21,1	24,2	29,0	28,6	28,0	24,9	20,6	16,0	14,4	29,0
Average maximum, °C	6,5	6,8	8,8	11,5	14,4	17,3	18,5	18,2	15,9	13,0	8,9	7,3	12,3
Average temperature, °C	3,8	3,9	5,4	7,5	10,2	13,2	14,7	14,4	12,4	9,9	6,0	4,6	8,8
Average minimum, °C	1,1	1,1	2,0	3,5	6,1	9,1	10,9	10,7	9,0	6,9	3,1	2,0	5,5
Absolute minimum, °C	−10	−7	−7	−4,3	−2	2,0	3,9	2,3	0,0	−3	−8,6	−14,9	−14,9
Precipitation rate

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City
English Belfast irl. Béal Feirste flattish-scottish Bilfawst
54°35′48″ n. w. 5°56′18″ W d.
A country
Provinces
County	Antrim
History and geography
City with	17th century
Square	115 km²
Center height	3m
Timezone	UTC+0, in summer UTC+1
Population
Population	339,600 people (2016)
Katoykonim	Belfastian, Belfastians
Digital IDs
Telephone code	+44-28
belfastcity.gov.uk (English)

Belfast(English Belfast ["belfɑːst], Irish Béal Feirste, Polish-Scottish Bilfawst) - in, capital. Located at the mouth of the Lagan, on the Irish Sea.

Belfast is the main city (seat of government) and port of Northern Ireland. The largest city in the historical province of Ulster. Population (including suburbs) - more than 500 thousand inhabitants (2016). The second city in terms of population after.

Mechanical engineering (large shipbuilding), light industry. University. Known since the 12th century. After the division of Ireland (1921) and until the end of the 20th century, it was one of the centers of conflict on religious grounds in Northern Ireland. In 1911, the Titanic steamship was launched at the English shipyard Harland and Wolf in Belfast.

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Royal Avenue Belfast

The area of ​​modern Belfast has been inhabited since the Bronze Age. In the area, on the hills, you can still see the remains of the Giant's Ring (5000 year old Henge), and hill forts preserved from the Iron Age. In 1177, the Englishman John de Courcy built a castle on this site, but the actual appearance of the city is considered to be 1609, when King James I began settling Ulster with English and Scottish settlers. Sir Arthur Chichester took possession of land in Ulster, including Belfast Castle, which he rebuilt in 1611. A small town arose around this castle.

At the beginning of the 17th century, the population of Belfast was approximately 1,000 people. Wool, leather, grains, butter and corned beef were all exported to England, Scotland and France. Belfast later began active trade with the colonies in North America and India. At the end of the 17th century, the population increased to 1500-2000 people due to the French Huguenots, who were engaged in linen production, fleeing persecution. In the 18th century, the population grew rapidly. By 1800 there were already about 20,000 people. The first ones were founded: a newspaper in 1737, a bank in 1752 and a theater in 1768. The production and export of flax also increased sharply.

Belfast continued its rapid growth in the 19th century, and already in 1888 it received official city status from Queen Victoria. Hospitals, a university, churches, etc. were built. Gas lighting appeared in the city in 1823, and the first railway service appeared in 1839. There was a boom in shipbuilding and port operations. By the end of the 19th century, whiskey and tobacco production played an important role in the city. An opera house was built.

Belfast has been the capital of Northern Ireland since its founding in 1921. Since then, it has become the center of the conflict between Catholics and Protestants, which peaked between 1960 and 1990. The conflict officially ended in 1998 with the Belfast Agreement. During World War II, the city was heavily bombed by German aircraft. One such air raid in 1941 cost the lives of about 1,000 people and left tens of thousands homeless. In the 21st century, Belfast is a rapidly developing city, attracting more and more tourists.

Politics and administrative divisions

Local government

Belfast Town Hall

The city of Belfast has a mayoral form of local government. The officials are the Lord Mayor, his Deputy and the High Sheriff, who are elected from among the members of the Belfast City Council, which in turn consists of 51 councilors representing the city's 9 constituencies ( Oldpark, Castle, Victoria, Pottinger, Laganbank, Balmoral, Upper Falls, Lower Falls And Court), and is divided into departments and committees overseeing different areas.

In the 2005 elections, council seats were divided as follows:

• 15 - Democratic Unionist Party
• 14 - Sinn Féin
• 8 - Social Democratic and Labor Party
• 7 - Ulster Unionist Party
• 4 - Alliance Party
• 2 - Progressive Unionist Party
• 1 - Independent candidate

Northern Ireland Assembly and UK Parliament

Northern Ireland Parliament

Belfast, as the capital of Northern Ireland, is home to the Northern Ireland Assembly - the elected legislative branch of Northern Ireland, which has the power to make a wide range of laws, as well as appoint the executive. The seat of the Assembly is the Houses of Parliament - Stormont

Physiographic characteristics

Belfast is located on the east coast of Ireland. Coordinates 54°35′49″ n. w. 05°55′45″ W d.. It lies at the western end of Belfast Lough at the mouth of the River Lagan and is protected from the north-west by a range of hills. All this is ideal for the shipbuilding industry that once made the city famous.

Belfast Climate
Index	Jan.	Feb.	March	Apr.	May	June	July	Aug.	Sep.	Oct.	Nov.	Dec.	Year
Absolute maximum, °C	13,6	14,9	15,7	21,1	24,2	29,0	28,6	28,0	24,9	20,6	16,0	14,4	29,0
Average maximum, °C	6,9	7,3	9,2	11,6	14,7	17,2	18,9	18,6	16,4	12,8	9,4	7,3	12,5
Average temperature, °C	4,5	4,6	6,2	8,0	10,8	13,4	15,3	14,9	12,9	9,9	6,9	4,8	9,4
Average minimum, °C	2,5	2,3	3,4	4,6	7,1	9,9	11,9	11,6	9,8	7,3	4,5	2,5	6,5
Absolute minimum, °C	−10	−7	−7	−4,3	−2	2,0	3,9	2,3	0,0	−3	−8,6	−14,9	−14,9
Precipitation rate, mm	80	54	68	57	57	60	70	95	73	88	77	76	855