Northern Ireland

Formation

May 3, 1921

Capital

Belfast

Population

1.885 million (2019)

Northern Ireland

About

A country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is situated in the north-east of the island of Ireland. It suffered decades of violence known as the Troubles, a conflict largely between pro-UK Protestants and pro-secession Catholics.

Trivia

The Titanic was built in Belfast. Royal County Down is considered one of the world's top golf courses. A popular breakfast dish is the Ulster Fry that includes eggs, potato farl, sausages, bacon, black pudding, baked beans and hash browns. 

Celebrities Born In Northern Ireland