I saw a great concert, and the next day had time for a taxi tour around the town and up through the battling neighborhoods. The whole thing was an education.

I was intrigued by the mish-mashed culture there. The city could feel very British (what with statues of Victoria and architectural styles) and then melded with all I knew of Ireland, as well. The accent sounded more Scottish to me, to add to the confusion. I loved feeling that swirl of influences.