Derry Air

Beautiful Derry, or Londonderry, as it is officially called, is a lively and charming city in Northern Ireland. Phil Coulter's song, The Town I... more

by Norma Brock

Title

Derry Air

Artist

Norma Brock

Medium

Photograph - Photography

Description

Beautiful Derry, or Londonderry, as it is officially called, is a lively and charming city in Northern Ireland. Phil Coulter's song, "The Town I Loved So Well" shares his love and devotion for the "Derry Air". Derry is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in Ireland dating to the 6th century when St Columba (or Colmcille) founded a monastery there. Derry is the only remaining intact walled city in Ireland. As the last walled city to be built in Europe, it stands proudly as the most complete and spectacular.

The Walls were built in the early 1600s and are well kept to this day. With a circumference of approximately 1 mile, the walls provide a spectacular walkway around the inner city. The four original gates to the Walled City are Bishop's Gate, Ferryquay Gate, Butcher Gate and Shipquay Gate. Three more gates were added -Magazine Gate, Castle Gate and New Gate, making seven gates in all.

The well preserved inner city provides a charming look back and a hopeful look forward.

This image is a collaborative effort by Charlie and Norma Brock, who work together as a team in their arts and crafts shop, Texas Eagle Gallery. They make their in home in Northeast Texas, but love to travel and enjoy the world around them. Charlie is best known for his works in photography. His most loved prints feature Irish themes, from landscapes to portraits, as they obviously reflect his passion for all things Eire. He has photographed many well-known Irish musicians and performers who proudly display his work on their websites and promotions.

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April 14th, 2013