Falls and Shankill Road murals
"Belfast’s murals are undoubtedly its most famous artistic output. Throughout the years of conflict, artists on the Nationalist Falls Road and Unionist Shankill Road painted distinctive political artworks on the gables of houses and local businesses. These frequently depicted violent scenes, and some visitors may be shocked by the remaining aggressive imagery. Since 1998, however, a concerted effort has been made to make the murals more reflective of peace-time Belfast. Highlights include tributes to local heroes including George Best, as well as a recreation of Picasso’s “Guernica” as a memorial to innocent victims of combat all over the world. Walking and driving tours are available, but the area can also be explored safely on foot by yourself. This unofficial map outlines the location of many of the most popular murals." - MATADOR_NETWORK
