New York Times lists Derry in top six places in world for Hallowe'en

The world famous newspaper, The New York Times, has listed Derry as one of the top six places in the entire world to celebrate Hallowe'en.

In an article written by Justin Sablich on The New York Times website, Derry is listed alongside such horror heavyweights as New Orleans, Transylvania, Whitby (England), Salem (USA) Orlando (USA).

Hallowe'en celebrations in Derry are always topped off with an amazing fireworks display over the River Foyle.placeholder image
Hallowe'en celebrations in Derry are always topped off with an amazing fireworks display over the River Foyle.

This is not the first time Derry has received the seal of approval from counterparts from across the Atlantic.

In 2015, online readers of USA Today voted Derry as the number one destination in the world for Hallowe'en.

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