Mini Theme: The Giant's Causeway
Oct 26, 2016 07:27:21 #
My flight to Ireland was cancelled for some unknown reason just ten minutes before boarding and I lost two days waiting for a rescheduled flight. I didn't have enough time for my planned trip to Dingle, Co. Kerry, so we decided to head up to the Antrim Coast in Northern Ireland instead. What a wonderful place!!! I think the area is right up there with the Cliffs of Moher, Cinque Terra or the Amalfi Coast.
Although I lived just two hours away in the Republic of Ireland for twenty five years, I had never been up to Antrim due to security concerns during the 'Troubles' of the 70's and 80's. Fortunately, all is peaceful in the North now and the Antrim coast should be on everybody's itinerary to Ireland.
These pictures are taken at the Giant's Causeway, one of N.I.'s best known attractions. The stepping stone formations are basalt lava. Basically, the lava crystalized into almost uniform hexangular columns during the cooling process. The fifty million year old columns, which are up to forty feet high are segmented vertically into perfectly formed ball and socket joints.
Suggestions and comments, including any memories of your Antrim visit are greatly appreciated.
More Mini Themes of Antrim to follow .
Although I lived just two hours away in the Republic of Ireland for twenty five years, I had never been up to Antrim due to security concerns during the 'Troubles' of the 70's and 80's. Fortunately, all is peaceful in the North now and the Antrim coast should be on everybody's itinerary to Ireland.
These pictures are taken at the Giant's Causeway, one of N.I.'s best known attractions. The stepping stone formations are basalt lava. Basically, the lava crystalized into almost uniform hexangular columns during the cooling process. The fifty million year old columns, which are up to forty feet high are segmented vertically into perfectly formed ball and socket joints.
Suggestions and comments, including any memories of your Antrim visit are greatly appreciated.
More Mini Themes of Antrim to follow .
Oct 26, 2016 07:30:44 #
rdfarr
Loc: Floridian living in AL
I've been there. You did a great of job of showing off this amazing feature. Well done.
Oct 26, 2016 07:47:14 #
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Oct 26, 2016 09:19:21 #
Outstanding series of a remarkable area. I don't think I've ever see a better presentation of this natural wonder.
Oct 26, 2016 15:24:42 #
repleo wrote:
My flight to Ireland was cancelled for some unknow... (show quote)
What a great series repleo...enjoyed them all...would love to visit Ireland
Oct 26, 2016 18:07:05 #
Oct 27, 2016 06:53:05 #
rdfarr wrote:
I've been there. You did a great of job of showing off this amazing feature. Well done.
Thanks Rhett. I hope you enjoyed the Causeway as much as we did. As you said - its an amazing feature. Thanks for looking.
Oct 27, 2016 06:54:25 #
Longshadow wrote:
Great set.
Thanks for looking Longshadow. I appreciate the feedback.
Oct 27, 2016 06:56:21 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Beautifully photographed, Phil!
Thanks for the compliment Linda. As always, I'm glad you stopped by to take a look.
Oct 27, 2016 06:57:16 #
Oct 27, 2016 06:58:59 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
Outstanding series of a remarkable area. I don't think I've ever see a better presentation of this natural wonder.
Thanks for the compliment Carol. Not sure I deserve it, but I certainly appreciate it.
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