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The Giant's Causeway, renowned for its polygonal columns of layered basalt, is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Northern Ireland and in 2015 was awarded the UKs Best Heritage Attraction at the British Travel Awards.

Resulting from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago, this is the focal point of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has attracted visitors for centuries. It harbours a wealth of local and natural history.

Sea birds can be seen off the coast around the Causeway, with species such as fulmar, petrel and razorbill being frequently observed alongside rare and unusual plant species on the cliffs and nearby rock formations.

The Giant’s Causeway is also steeped in myth and legend. Some say it was carved from the coast by the mighty giant, Finn McCool who left behind an ancient home full of folklore. Look out for clues of his existence – including The Giant’s Boot and Wishing Chair.

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Feb 25, 2016 10:43 |  #2

Fine shot. And thanks so much for the information about The Giant's Causeway. I was totally unaware of this feature.


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Feb 25, 2016 11:00 |  #3

Great photograph! I had never heard of this before.


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Feb 25, 2016 13:36 |  #4

If you ever visit Ireland it is a must see. A spectacular coast line.


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Feb 25, 2016 15:54 |  #5

Beautiful photo. I was there in Sept 2015. Wonderous landscape.




  
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Feb 25, 2016 16:04 |  #6

This is very cool; thanks for sharing! I only ever see the seaward views from this area; your shot just goes to show how important it is to look behind you once in a while, while you're shooting something else.


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Feb 25, 2016 16:37 |  #7

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This is very cool; thanks for sharing! I only ever see the seaward views from this area; your shot just goes to show how important it is to look behind you once in a while, while you're shooting something else.

The reason I was here was to shoot the Aurora. While taking the pics I turned around to see this image in my head. Twice that night I got two shots behind the "Main" action.


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The Aurora bow with the weather front closing in.

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Look behind you every now and again!

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Feb 26, 2016 20:34 |  #11

Awesome shot !!!! Bushmills is also right right around the corner they give a nice tour, much better than Jameson's IMO


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Feb 27, 2016 14:27 |  #12

I like first shot the most. Every time I see images from The Giant's Causeway they connote "Houses of the Holy" cover by Led Zeppelin.


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Mar 04, 2016 22:21 |  #13

Interesting shots.


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Mar 11, 2016 11:48 |  #14

Great shots. I'm so jealous you got to see the northern lights there. I also like the reverse view, away from the sea.


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