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	[[~~file~~:~~Vandalised_road-sign_Londonderry_P3010060.jpg\|thumb\|~~Vandalised road-sign Londonderry P3010060]] [[~~file~~:~~Derry_Stranorlar_N13_roadsign_cropped.JPG\|thumb\|~~Derry Stranorlar N13 roadsign cropped\|~~left~~]] [[~~file~~:~~Graffiti_in_Derry_in_the_1920.jpg\|thumb\|~~Graffiti in Derry in the 1920]] [[~~file~~:~~Cannon_on_Derry_City_Walls_SMC_2007.jpg\|thumb\|~~Cannon on Derry City Walls SMC 2007~~\|left]] [[file:Bishops_Street_Gate_Derry_SMC_2007~~.jpg\|thumb\|~~Bishops Street Gate~~ Derry ~~SMC 2007]] [[file:St_Columb's_Cathedral~~.~~jpg~~\|~~thumb~~\|~~St Columb's Cathedral]]~~ '''Derry''' (officially ~~known as~~ '''Londonderry''') is a city in [[Northern Ireland]]. It is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of [[Ireland]]. The ~~city~~ is ~~located on~~ the ~~River [[Foyle]] and~~ is known for its ~~well-preserved~~ [[~~city walls~~]]~~, which are among the best-preserved in Europe~~.		[[File:Vandalised road-sign Londonderry P3010060.jpg\|thumb]] [[File:Derry Stranorlar N13 roadsign cropped.JPG\|thumb]] [[File:Graffiti in Derry in the 1920.jpg\|thumb]] [[File:Cannon on Derry City Walls SMC 2007.jpg\|thumb]] {{Infobox settlement
			\| name = Derry
			\| native_name = Doire
			\| native_name_lang = ga
			\| settlement_type = City
			\| coordinates = 54.9972° N, 7.3092° W
			\| country = Northern Ireland
			\| population = 83,163 (2011 Census)
			\| established_title = Founded
			\| established_date = 6th century
			}}

			'''Derry''' (officially '''Londonderry''') is a city in [[Northern Ireland]], located on the River Foyle. It is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of [[Ireland]]. The name "Derry" is an anglicization of the Old Irish name "Doire," meaning "oak grove." The city is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and its role in the [[Northern Ireland conflict]].

	==History==		==History==
	Derry ~~has a rich history that dates~~ back to the 6th century when it was ~~founded~~ as a monastic settlement by [[Saint Columba]]. The ~~name "Derry" is an anglicization of~~ the ~~Irish name "Doire~~,~~" meaning "oak grove~~.~~" The city~~ was granted a royal charter by King James I ~~in 1613~~, and ~~its official name~~ was ~~changed to~~ Londonderry ~~to reflect~~ the ~~involvement~~ of the [[~~City~~ of ~~London~~]] in ~~its colonization~~.		Derry's origins date back to the 6th century when it was established as a monastic settlement by [[Saint Columba]]. The city was strategically important due to its location on the River Foyle, which provided access to the Atlantic Ocean. In the 17th century, Derry was granted a royal charter by King James I, and the city was officially renamed "Londonderry" as part of the Plantation of Ulster.

			===The Siege of Derry===
			One of the most significant events in Derry's history is the [[Siege of Derry]] in 1689. During the [[Williamite War in Ireland]], the city was besieged by the forces of King James II. The siege lasted for 105 days, and the city's defenders famously refused to surrender, leading to the eventual relief of the city by the forces of King William III.

	===The Troubles===		===The Troubles===
	Derry played a ~~significant~~ role ~~during~~ [[~~The~~ Troubles]], a period of conflict in Northern Ireland ~~that lasted~~ from the late 1960s to 1998. The city was the site of the [[Battle of the Bogside]] in 1969 and the [[Bloody Sunday (1972)\|Bloody Sunday]] massacre in 1972, where British soldiers shot 26 unarmed civil rights protesters~~, killing 14~~.		Derry played a central role in the [[Troubles]], a period of conflict in Northern Ireland from the late 1960s to 1998. The city was the site of the [[Battle of the Bogside]] in 1969 and the [[Bloody Sunday (1972)\|Bloody Sunday]] massacre in 1972, where British soldiers shot and killed 14 unarmed civil rights protesters.

	==Geography==		==Geography==
	Derry is situated in the northwest of Northern Ireland, near the border with ~~[[County Donegal]] in~~ the [[Republic of Ireland]]. The River Foyle flows ~~through~~ the city~~, dividing it into the [[Cityside]]~~ and ~~the [[Waterside]]~~.		Derry is situated in the northwest of Northern Ireland, near the border with the Republic of Ireland. The city is built on the banks of the River Foyle, which flows into Lough Foyle and the Atlantic Ocean. The city is surrounded by hills and has a temperate maritime climate.

	==Economy==		==Economy==
	~~The~~ economy ~~of Derry has traditionally been~~ based on ~~textiles and~~ shirt-making~~, but in~~ recent years it has diversified ~~into~~ the technology and ~~service~~ sectors. The city is home to ~~several business parks and has a growing digital~~ economy.		Historically, Derry's economy was based on the textile industry, particularly shirt-making. In recent years, the city has diversified its economy, with growth in the technology, digital media, and tourism sectors. The city is also home to the [[University of Ulster]]'s Magee campus, which contributes to the local economy.

	==Culture==		==Culture==
	Derry is known for its vibrant cultural scene, ~~which includes the annual [[Foyle Film Festival]]~~, the [[City of Derry ~~Jazz and Big Band Festival]], and the [[~~Halloween]] celebrations, which are among the largest in Europe~~. The city is also home to the [[Nerve Centre]], a cultural hub that hosts various events and workshops.~~		Derry is known for its vibrant cultural scene, with numerous festivals, music events, and cultural institutions. The city was awarded the title of UK City of Culture in 2013, which helped to boost its cultural profile. Derry is also famous for its Halloween celebrations, which are among the largest in Europe.

	~~==Education==~~
	Derry is served by several educational institutions, including the [[University of Ulster]]'s Magee campus and the [[North West Regional College]]. These institutions offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

	==Transport==		==Transport==
	Derry ~~is well-connected by road, rail, and air. The city~~ is served by the [[~~Foyle Valley Railway~~]], which ~~connects it~~ to ~~[[Belfast]]~~ and other parts of Northern Ireland. The [[~~City of Derry Airport~~]] ~~offers flights to various destinations in~~ the ~~UK and Europe~~.		Derry is served by the [[City of Derry Airport]], which offers flights to several destinations in the UK. The city is also connected by rail and road to other parts of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The [[Foyle Bridge]] and the [[Craigavon Bridge]] are key transport links across the River Foyle.

	==~~Notable People~~==		==Education==
	* [[John Hume]], ~~Nobel Peace Prize laureate~~ and ~~politician~~		Derry has a range of educational institutions, including primary and secondary schools, as well as higher education facilities. The [[University of Ulster]]'s Magee campus offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
	* [[Seamus Heaney]], ~~Nobel Prize-winning poet~~
	* [[~~Nadine Coyle~~]]~~, singer~~ and ~~member of [[Girls Aloud]]~~

	==~~See~~ Also==		==Also see==
	* [[~~The~~ Troubles]]		* [[Northern Ireland]]
			* [[Siege of Derry]]
			* [[Troubles]]
	* [[Bloody Sunday (1972)]]		* [[Bloody Sunday (1972)]]
	* [[Saint Columba]]
	* [[City of London]]
	* [[County Donegal]]
	* [[University of Ulster]]		* [[University of Ulster]]

	~~==References==~~		{{Northern Ireland cities}}
	{{~~Reflist~~}}		{{UK City of Culture}}

	~~==External Links==~~
	{{~~Commons category\|Derry~~}}

	[[Category:Cities in Northern Ireland]]		[[Category:Cities in Northern Ireland]]
			[[Category:Derry]]
	[[Category:County Londonderry]]		[[Category:County Londonderry]]
	~~[[Category:Populated places established in the 6th century]]~~
	~~[[Category:Port cities and towns in Northern Ireland]]~~
	~~[[Category:City walls in the United Kingdom]]~~
	~~[[Category:History of Derry]]~~
	~~[[Category:Geography of Derry]]~~
	~~[[Category:Economy of Derry]]~~
	~~[[Category:Culture of Derry]]~~
	~~[[Category:Education in Derry]]~~
	~~[[Category:Transport in Derry]]~~

	~~{{NorthernIreland-geo-stub}}~~

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[[file:Vandalised_road-sign_Londonderry_P3010060.jpg|thumb|Vandalised road-sign Londonderry P3010060]] [[file:Derry_Stranorlar_N13_roadsign_cropped.JPG|thumb|Derry Stranorlar N13 roadsign cropped|left]] [[file:Graffiti_in_Derry_in_the_1920.jpg|thumb|Graffiti in Derry in the 1920]] [[file:Cannon_on_Derry_City_Walls_SMC_2007.jpg|thumb|Cannon on Derry City Walls SMC 2007|left]] [[file:Bishops_Street_Gate_Derry_SMC_2007.jpg|thumb|Bishops Street Gate Derry SMC 2007]] [[file:St_Columb's_Cathedral.jpg|thumb|St Columb's Cathedral]] '''Derry''' (officially known as '''Londonderry''') is a city in [[Northern Ireland]]. It is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of [[Ireland]]. The city is located on the River [[Foyle]] and is known for its well-preserved [[city walls]], which are among the best-preserved in Europe.

==History==
Derry has a rich history that dates back to the 6th century when it was founded as a monastic settlement by [[Saint Columba]]. The name "Derry" is an anglicization of the Irish name "Doire," meaning "oak grove." The city was granted a royal charter by King James I in 1613, and its official name was changed to Londonderry to reflect the involvement of the [[City of London]] in its colonization.

===The Troubles===
Derry played a significant role during [[The Troubles]], a period of conflict in Northern Ireland that lasted from the late 1960s to 1998. The city was the site of the [[Battle of the Bogside]] in 1969 and the [[Bloody Sunday (1972)|Bloody Sunday]] massacre in 1972, where British soldiers shot 26 unarmed civil rights protesters, killing 14.

==Geography==
Derry is situated in the northwest of Northern Ireland, near the border with [[County Donegal]] in the [[Republic of Ireland]]. The River Foyle flows through the city, dividing it into the [[Cityside]] and the [[Waterside]].

==Economy==
The economy of Derry has traditionally been based on textiles and shirt-making, but in recent years it has diversified into the technology and service sectors. The city is home to several business parks and has a growing digital economy.

==Culture==
Derry is known for its vibrant cultural scene, which includes the annual [[Foyle Film Festival]], the [[City of Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival]], and the [[Halloween]] celebrations, which are among the largest in Europe. The city is also home to the [[Nerve Centre]], a cultural hub that hosts various events and workshops.

==Education==
Derry is served by several educational institutions, including the [[University of Ulster]]'s Magee campus and the [[North West Regional College]]. These institutions offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

==Transport==
Derry is well-connected by road, rail, and air. The city is served by the [[Foyle Valley Railway]], which connects it to [[Belfast]] and other parts of Northern Ireland. The [[City of Derry Airport]] offers flights to various destinations in the UK and Europe.

==Notable People==
* [[John Hume]], Nobel Peace Prize laureate and politician
* [[Seamus Heaney]], Nobel Prize-winning poet
* [[Nadine Coyle]], singer and member of [[Girls Aloud]]

==See Also==
* [[The Troubles]]
* [[Bloody Sunday (1972)]]
* [[Saint Columba]]
* [[City of London]]
* [[County Donegal]]
* [[University of Ulster]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External Links==
{{Commons category|Derry}}

[[Category:Cities in Northern Ireland]]
[[Category:County Londonderry]]
[[Category:Populated places established in the 6th century]]
[[Category:Port cities and towns in Northern Ireland]]
[[Category:City walls in the United Kingdom]]
[[Category:History of Derry]]
[[Category:Geography of Derry]]
[[Category:Economy of Derry]]
[[Category:Culture of Derry]]
[[Category:Education in Derry]]
[[Category:Transport in Derry]]

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