Reviews of Belfast Political Tour. (Travel Agency) in Belfast (County Antrim).
Belfast Political Tour
Divis Tower, Belfast BT12 4QA, United Kingdom
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Information of Belfast Political Tour, Travel Agency in Belfast (County Antrim)
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Reviews of Belfast Political Tour
A. E.I went on the Falls Road Mural walk yesterday, 14th May. I was born and raised in Belfast but left NI in 1977 at the age of 16. Much of my family still live in Belfast so I live the troubles and the current tension through their eyes. It was a fascinating tour with Brendan and I certainly learned a lot. It’s rare to spend time with someone who had so many personal experiences to share. Someone who totally accepts responsibility for the darkest of times, whilst wishing for nothing more than a peaceful and democratic future is a rare person indeed.
I was really struck by the friendly smiles and greetings from the residents in the area. One kind man even rushed out of his shop to give every member of our group a cold drink, free of charge.
The tour opened my eyes to aspects of the troubles that you will never see in the media, especially the media outside NI. No matter what your politics, creed, or beliefs are this is a living oral history, something that should be preserved at all costs. The tour has increased my desire to learn and understand more about aspects of NI culture that have been hidden from me during the vast majority of my life. I anticipate visiting for another tour later this summer.
A. W.Excellent, if you are interested in the history of " the troubles", this is unmissable. You get two completely different views and opinions and are left to decide where the truth lies. I loved this experience. The route is along the republican Falls road, through "Checkpoint Charlie" (gate 2) to the loyalist Shankhill Road. There are stories and photographs that are potentially upsetting but this is the reality of the conflict. I will be doing this one again. Thanks to all involved. The tour can be booked cheaper by going to yellow umbrella tours and booking direct.
P. P.To understand thé history and the reasons of 80 years of civil war in Belfast and GB. Two points of view, joining on some points and disjoining on others. You will make your own one...
O. S.I went on the tour last week and thoroughly enjoyed it. Both the guide in the first part of the tour and Marc, who led the second part, did an excellent job in explaining their side of the story.
R. V.Gerard and Mark were a highly qualified guides in their own sides (Irish republican and English loyalty). It was a little history class. Both made me understand a little bit better the complexity of the Northern Ireland conflict from two different points of view. Everyone who visit Belfast should go for this Political Tour, It's a must.
K.This has to be the best tour in Belfast without a shadow of doubt!!! Starting on the republican Fall's road with ex IRA prisoner Rocky, we got a first hand account of what life was really like during the troubles. Rocky was a brilliant guide, open and honest on what he had seen over the years. After walking through the peace line we were met by ex Loyalist prisoner Jake. He gave us an introduction into the loyalist point of view and then took us directly into the Shankill road. Again he was open and honest on his views and was a great guide.
This truly is a tale of two cities in a way. More people need to experience this tour for themselves
A.Wow it's an amazing insight into the personal untold stories of the troubles on both sides. It's so personal and honest it might just bring a tear to your eye. amazing. it's a must if you go to northern Ireland. Our guides were Rocky and Jake two total different view points but that's life and every one needs to understand this because its northern Ireland but this is equivalent to what is going on in the world right now and if we can all take time to look listen and understand both sides things can change
R. S.A must do - hearing about the conflict from people who fought on each side sharing their experiences should not be missed and is a truly special learning opportunity
T. V. d. W.The political tour was well worth the time an 18 pounds. I liked the nice guides, especially Robert the IRA side guide was very knowledgeable and sharing. The second part was also good but I preferred the first part
A. E.It was great to walk the streets, see the murals and walls and hear some of the personal stories. Our guides were very repetitive and a bit impersonal. A three hour walk needs to consider a break for bathrooms or to fetch a drink. Could have been more concise.
T. L.Brilliant. From start to finish. Our guide had an amazing knowledge of the area and what happened... definitely recommend
G. T.Find it very useful for tourists actactions
A. V.Very worth doing if you visit belfast
M. S.(Translated) If you have ever participated - contemporary witnesses report authentically about the time of the conflict between Christians (Catholics and Protestants). One can put oneself in the position of the time of the conflict. One can get a good overview of the coexistence on both sides of the wall then and now. Not all waves are smoothed yet - hope dies last.
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Sollte man mal mitgemacht haben - authentisch wird hier von Zeitzeugen über die Zeit des Konfliktes zwischen Christen (Katholiken und Protestanten) berichtet. Man kann sich gut in die Zeit des Konfliktes hineinversetzen. Man kann sich gut einen Überblick des Zusammenlebens auf beiden Seiten der Mauer damals und heute machen. Noch sind nicht alle Wogen geglättet - Die Hoffnung stirbt zuletzt.
A. J.(Translated) Very good tour, lots of information from both sides. After the tour you can form your own opinion but the guides themselves know a lot about the history on their part and their heroes. They give a good overview.
The only thing a little less is that they are sometimes difficult to understand. Both tours are just on the street and when there is a lot of traffic, it gets loud
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Heel goede tour, veel informatie van beide kanten. Na de tour kun jij je eigen mening vormen maar de guides zelf weten veel over de historie van hun kant en hun helden. Ze geven een goede overzicht.
Het enige wat een beetje minder is is dat ze soms niet zo goed te verstaan zijn. Beide tours zijn gewoon op straat en als veel verkeer is, wordt het wel luid
E. M.(Translated) A great experience with Coiste. Former political prisoners of the Northern Ireland conflict, all protagonists of the story, tell you about their experience in the places where things happened.
Highly recommended. At a pretty good price.
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Una gran experiència amb Coiste. Ex-presos polítics del conflicte nord-irlandès, protagonistes tots ells de la història, us expliquen la seva experiència en els llocs on van passar les coses.
Molt altament recomanable. A un preu bastant bo.
C. M.(Translated) Sensational!!!! I did the tour with the Coiste company and the guide told us about his experience at the time he was arrested. It was fascinating !!
(Original)
Sensacional!!!! Fiz o tour com a empresa Coiste e o guia nos relatou sua experiência na época que foi preso. Foi fascinante!!
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J. H.(Translated) interesting graffiti
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Interesantes grafitis
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