City named fourth best city in the world to visit next year

SDLP Foyle MP Mark Durkan said: “I am delighted at Lonely Planet’s rating which will undoubtedly help to attract thousands of tourists to a new and revitalised Derry in 2013.

“People throughout the world will see a city that nurtures talent – plays, writes, sings, dances, creates and innovates.

“This is a great opportunity not just to showcase Derry’s cultural pedigree but also to provide a platform for our future growth – acting as it will as a springboard for long-lasting economic benefit to the city.”