El tour de los problemas - Dos historias, un viaje
Descripción
Descubre el pasado de Belfast mientras exploras la vida durante The Troubles, cuando el conflicto, el miedo y la resiliencia moldearon la realidad cotidiana. Guiado por dos mujeres locales, una de origen republicano y otra de una comunidad leal, caminará por las Cataratas y Shankill Roads, donde murales, calles y recuerdos revelan cómo la identidad, la división y la comunidad moldearon sus infancias. Comparten historias personales de pérdida, fortaleza, rutinas diarias bajo amenaza y el coraje requerido para mantener unidas a las familias y los vecindarios. Aunque separadas por la política y los muros, sus experiencias reflejan una determinación compartida de proteger a los seres queridos y la esperanza de un futuro mejor. También aprenderás cómo las mujeres de ambos lados apoyaron el diálogo, ayudaron a sostener el proceso de paz y continúan trabajando hacia la reconciliación hoy. Más que un recorrido turístico, se trata de un encuentro humano reflexivo con la historia vivida, una invitación a escuchar voces reales y comprender Belfast a través de las perspectivas de sus mujeres.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Fue el edificio más alto de Belfast y albergaba un edificio de observación del ejército británico en su tejado y fue el lugar donde se produjeron las primeras muertes la noche en que estallaron los disturbios en agosto de 1969.
Una maravillosa variedad de murales que representan eventos locales y conflictos internacionales tanto pasados como presentes.
Un jardín para recordar a los republicanos locales que perdieron la vida en el conflicto de la zona de Lower Falls Road. Uno de los dos jardines que visitamos y que puede resultar controvertido, ya que rinde homenaje a los muertos de los miembros del IRA.
Uno de los murales más famosos de Belfast, Booby Sand, que murió en huelga de hambre en la prisión de Maze en 1981.
El padre Alex Reid fue el sacerdote residente que desempeñó un papel decisivo en el inicio de las conversaciones que finalmente condujeron a la firma del Acuerdo de Viernes Santo.
El segundo de los jardines conmemorativos que visitamos, esta vez dedicado a los republicanos del área de Clonard y el lugar que generalmente se acepta como el lugar donde estallaron "Los Problemas" en agosto de 1969.
Puertas entre la carretera Leal Shankill y la carretera Republican Falls que aún cierran todas las noches
Firma el Muro de la Paz de 14m de altura que divide a las dos comunidades y deja tus pensamientos sobre la paz.
Un Mural UVF en recuerdo de 7 miembros de la UVF que perdieron la vida en el Conflicto
Shankill Bomb Sitio donde 9 personas perdieron la vida
Lo más destacado
Qué incluye
Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- Accesible para silla de ruedas
- Los bebés y los niños pequeños pueden ir en un cochecito o en una silla de paseo
- Se admiten animales de asistencia
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Las opciones de transporte son accesibles para sillas de ruedas
- Todas las áreas y superficies son accesibles para sillas de ruedas
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
- Tour es aproximadamente 3 millas (4 km) a pie
- Hay mucho de pie en los lugares de interés locales relacionados con los problemas
Opiniones(42)
Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Belfast. What we loved about it was the fact that you are hearing from people who lived it, the trauma is still very evident but there are some lighter (not many) moments as well. The stories are from personal experience and they took place in the streets you are walking down. If you thought you knew about the troubles then I suggest you take this tour as it gave us a much greater insight into what life was actually like growing up on the Falls or the Shankill, particularly from the perspective of a daughter or mother. Highly recommended, thank you to both ladies for sharing there stories.
It’s a tour that deepens your understanding of the conflict in Belfast — and how you understand the people that lived through such a traumatic time. Two women share such wonderfully open accounts of their personal experiences from either side of the conflict was something I’ll never forget. I didn’t expect to cry as much as I did, but their honesty, strength, and vulnerability were overwhelming in the best way. It was incredibly powerful to hear first‑hand stories from women who lived through those times and whose voices are so often missing from the narrative. Some of the stories were absolutely devastating, and they will stay with me. I’m so grateful to these women for offering such a generous, personal, and courageous experience. It’s a tour that changes how you see Belfast — and how you understand the people that lived through such a traumatic time.
We had an interesting and very personal tour by Barbra and July who not only painted the bigger picture and the events that happend during The Troubles but also gave a deaply and personal insight they and their families went trough during this extremly difficult period. Thank you both! A must when visiting Belfast.
Excellent tour with informative and personal insights on both sides. Learned a lot. Headset’s in first half were very good and would’ve been good to have in second half as well.
Very interesting and informative. I would recommend this tour.
This is by far the best history walking tour I've ever been on. The two women explained the history of the troubles really clearly and concisely, and their inclusion of personal stories made it even more powerful and poignant. It has only been running since January and I feel so lucky that I didn't visit Belfast before it started! I will be recommending this tour to anyone I can, and really really really recommend anyone who is reading this review books it straight away!
Absolutely 💯 Highly recommend. Amazing women gave us an amazing insight into life for women during the troubles. Barbara and Julie. Very Emotional and funny at times.
Cannot say this is a laugh a minute tour. Very serious, very emotional. Both ladies give their views on being on opposite sides. They do not apologize or attack the other. It deals with the heartfelt emotions of being, literally, at war. A war that involves family, friends, and children and in Julie's case home when gunmen entered her home and tried to execute her father, right in front of her. Certainly makes one think. Learned a lot and I am still mulling over the education I received. Best of the future to the ladies.
I cannot enthuse enough about this tour. Absolutely stunning and it gives a real insite in to the troubles and the impact that it had on ordinary people. Barbara and Julie were amazing guides. Don't even think about this, book it.
I feel truly humbled and privileged to have spent three hours with Barbara and Julie. It’s hard to put into words just how powerful and unforgettable this tour is—if you ever get the chance, don’t hesitate to go. The first half, led by Barbara on the Catholic side of the wall, is followed by the second half with Julie, who guides you through the peace gates into the Protestant side. Hearing two deeply personal and contrasting perspectives on the same conflict is incredibly moving. Both women are remarkably strong, having lived through the Troubles themselves, and their stories bring a level of authenticity and humanity that no other tour could replicate. This experience goes far beyond history—it’s personal, emotional, and profoundly impactful. Thank you both, from the bottom of my heart, for sharing your stories with us. Wishing you peace always.
