Armagh City

Armagh is Ireland’s oldest city, it’s first inhabitants thought to have arrived way back in 4,500 B.C. It’s no wonder then that Armagh has been Ireland’s religious hub since the 5th century and is teeming with religious buildings and monuments. It was close to Armagh and the famous Navan Fort archaeological site that St Patrick chose to set up the Church of Ireland cathedral, his base for spreading Christianity.

When you visit Armagh it’s easy to see how it has inspired its various renowned inhabitants, such as Gulliver’s Travels author Jonathan Swift and urban architect Francis Johnston. The variety of architectural styles and the quantity of heritage sites surrounding Armagh reiterates the historical opulence of the city.