Cave Hill

Useful Information

Location:	In the city of Belfast. OS ref 325811 sheet 15. Parking at Castle, Zoo, Hazelwood, Carrs Glen and Wallace Estate.
Open:	All year, daily, 9-18.
Fee:	-
Classification:	Karst cave.
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Address:	Antrim Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT5 5GR Tel: +44-1232-776925 or +44-1232-371013.
Last update:	$Date: 2008/05/30 06:58:11 $

History

Description

Cave Hill is located in Belfast. It is a park with interesting archaeological and natural features. The feature, which justifies its appearance on showcaves.com, are caves with remains of Neolithic man.

Additional sights are MacArt's Fort with its panoramic view of Mournes and Slieve Gullion. United Irishmen planned rebellion on this hilltop in 1798.

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