bloody sunday memorial

908ScottH

While on a bus tour of Derry we were given the history of the "Troubles" in Northern Ireland. The driver took us by the place where Bloody Sunday transpired and related the story behind this tragic event. Freedom is costly and this memorial gives testimony to that.

CryslynIqaluit

We were so touched by the story and the memorial. Thankful to the city of Derry for honoring this important part of history

amckinney2365

Once again, a must for all visitors to Derry/Londonderry, no matter what your religion or culture. An open mind is required on this historic tragedy and a balanced attitude. Wrongs committed on all sides, and none can lay claim innocence. Its all about lessons learnt so as not to repeat history

21st_cent_explorer

I had to see all this: the memorial, the murals, the placards accompanying the murals, and the memorial museum. All in all it took me about 3-4 hours to walk and see everything. You must see all this when in Derry; though not a particularly pleasant piece of its history, it is important that people know about it, and never forget it. Though I took photos of all of it, I will go visit it again on the next trip, too.

carolsO1263RI

Seen many documentaries on the Bloody Sunday massacre so i found this memorial very moving seeing the names and ages of the people killed on what was a peaceful demonstration

christinachicago2014

This is an essential part of the Free Derry area. See my related reviews of the Free Derry Corner, Museum and the Murals.

JJMeeker

I recently took friends visiting the city to see the Memorial. It's very understated, very respectful. This story made headlines around the world. Standing in front of the Memorial and reading the names of the innocent victims many cry, say a prayer, spend time in silent contemplation. Every visitor to the city should see this.

ZinamonKveen

Visited as part of a walking tour. Having heard all about The Troubles along the way, ending up at the memorial was a moving experience. The memorial itself is innocuous. It may not necessarily interest the average tourist but if you're visiting Ireland for the first time and happen to be in Derry, worth going by.

umcam256

We visited this as part of the Bloody Sunday tours given by family members of the victims. It was very moving to visit.

malaikab2013

even knowing very little about the civil rights era in Derry, only learning most of what i know about it that day, the memorial made me weep. literally sit down and weep. i love that this city keeps its history alive and honours those who fought to make it fair. it is so moving.

Eataroundwoburn

it is a short walk from the center of town, down the bog side. it is a very moving tribute to those people that died on that terrible day. It should be a stop on everybodys trip to Derry

Yarragon

we did the Free Derry tour from Glenfada Park which is almost across the road from the memorial. The tour finished here. I would recommend the tour as well.

MSS700

Sad to see the reality of how many young people were killed needlessly. Too many 17 year olds died. Heartfelt and overwhelming to stand where Bloody Sunday took place.

Vinopopos

Reading the names of the young men who died on Bloody Sunday made for contemplation of how young they were, and how innocent. It was a very sad experience.

tutta67

The bloody Sunday memorial, bogside artists and a visit to the museum of Free Derry is something you should do visiting Derry.