91
Parroquias
2,220
Localidades
939,895
Registros censales
190,496
Hogares
3
Años del censo
- Personas
- 33
- Hogares
- 4
- Personas
- 472,866 +1432827.3%
- Hogares
- 93,986 +2349550%
- Personas
- 466,996 -1.2%
- Hogares
- 96,506 +2.7%
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County Antrim is located in the northeastern corner of the island of Ireland, forming part of Northern Ireland. The county is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and east, with the North Channel separating it from Scotland at its closest point. Geographically, Antrim encompasses diverse landscapes including coastal cliffs, inland valleys, and moorland. The county town is Belfast, which sits on the eastern coast and serves as the largest city in Northern Ireland. The terrain varies considerably across the county, from the dramatic basalt cliffs of the Antrim Coast in the north to rolling farmland and forests inland.
Antrim has a rich and complex history stretching back centuries. The region was historically inhabited by Gaelic Irish clans and later became an important area during the Ulster Plantations of the 17th century, when Scottish and English settlers were encouraged to settle in Ulster. This period of settlement had lasting effects on the cultural, religious, and linguistic character of the county. During the Industrial Revolution, Belfast developed into a major industrial center, particularly known for shipbuilding and linen manufacturing, which brought significant economic growth and population expansion to the region.
The county is home to several notable natural and cultural features that draw visitors and hold significance for residents. The Giant's Causeway, located on the north Antrim coast, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site composed of distinctive hexagonal basalt columns and is one of Ireland's most famous geological formations. The Antrim Coast Road is renowned for its scenic beauty. Additionally, the county has important cultural heritage sites and museums that document its industrial past and cultural traditions. Belfast itself contains numerous historical landmarks and has undergone significant regeneration in recent decades.
For local communities in Antrim, the county represents both historical identity and contemporary life. The industrial heritage remains an important part of local identity, particularly in Belfast, where efforts to preserve and commemorate this legacy continue. The natural landscape and coastal areas provide recreational opportunities and tourism revenue for many towns and villages. Like much of Northern Ireland, Antrim's communities continue to navigate questions of identity, history, and community relations while contributing to the broader cultural and economic life of the island.
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Jurisdicción
Irlanda del Norte
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Nombre en irlandés
Aontroim
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Años del censo
1821, 1901, 1911
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Distritos
182 distritos censales
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Annals of the Four Masters
Historical references from O'Donovan's edition (1848–51)
28 places in this county are recorded in the Annals of the Four Masters.
*Waterford*
The Annals of the Four Masters record Waterford (Irish: Port-Lairge) in 38 entries between AD 858 and AD 1600.
*Slane*
The Annals of the Four Masters record Slane (Irish: Slaine) in 37 entries between AD 512 and AD 1595.
Carrickfergus
The Annals of the Four Masters record Carrickfergus (Irish: Carraic-Fearghusa) in 17 entries between AD 1204 and AD 1601.
Dallymote
The Annals of the Four Masters record Ballymote (Irish: Baile-an-mhota) in 15 entries between AD 1300 and AD 1602.
Monaghan
The Annals of the Four Masters record Monaghan (Irish: Muineachan) in 8 entries between AD 1462 and AD 1595.
Source: Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland by the Four Masters, ed. John O'Donovan (1848–51). Public domain.
Griffith's Valuation
National Archives of Ireland (c. 1830s-1850s)
13,669 occupiers recorded in Griffith's Valuation across 1,104 townlands (1830s-1850s).
Top Surnames
Source: Valuation Office Books, National Archives of Ireland. Public records.
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