Overview

St. Patrick established his primary church here in the fifth century. As a result, the Northern Ireland city of Armagh has been dubbed the "ecclesiastical capital of Ireland." Even in those days, Armagh already had a rich history dating back to 600 BC, when the Celts built Navan Fort, the oldest settlement in Ireland. Today, the compact city blends ancient charm with modern sensibilities. Architecturally, Armagh is a delight, thanks in part to the vision of Archbishop Richard Robinson, who oversaw the city's development in the eighteenth century. A prime example of Robinson's work is the cleverly landscaped City Mall, which is the former Armagh Racecourse. Notable sites include Armagh Planetarium, the Palace Stables Heritage Center, Armagh Cathedral, St. Patrick's Church, Armagh Palace (which is Robinson's former home), and countless other Irish landmarks. In addition, the city holds the entertaining Armagh Arts Festival each fall.

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