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Lough Tay Today. #ireland #loughtay #wicklowmountains #landscapephotography #naturelover #travelireland #lakedistrict #mountainview #irishscenery #winterlight #outdoors #hikingadventures #smartphonephotography #photography

A breathtaking wide shot of Lough Tay in the Wicklow Mountains, Ireland. A dark, deep-blue lake is nestled at the base of a steep, rugged, rocky mountain face. The foreground features a grassy slope with patches of frosty, golden-brown and green vegetation, and a large, moss-covered boulder with carved initials. The sky is clear blue with high, wispy clouds catching the sunlight, and the distant hills are covered in heath and woodland. The mood is tranquil and expansive.

The Softness of Fall. #autumnvibes #riverphotography #slowshutter #longexposure #naturelovers #forestwalks #fallcolors #landscapephotography #irishscenery #irelandtravel #wicklowmountains #outdooradventure #coloursofautumn #smartphonephotography #photography

A vertical long exposure photograph of a fast-flowing river with a misty, smooth appearance, winding past a lush forest bank. The central tree is ablaze with vibrant orange and gold autumn foliage, contrasting with the dark green pine trees in the background. Sparse green and brown shrubbery frames the foreground.

Kinsale’s Waterfront Serenity

If you’ve ever been to Kinsale in Co Cork, you’ll immediately recognise the house and tree in the picture above. If you go back in my archives you’ll probably find a photo of it from another angle, but it’s so nice I thought I should take another photo. 🙂

TIL that style of large, spreading tree you see dominating this Kinsale scene is likely a Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani), which became incredibly fashionable to plant on Irish estates during the Georgian and Victorian periods. These trees were imported from the eastern Mediterranean and became status symbols for wealthy landowners. Having a mature Cedar of Lebanon on your property basically announced “we’ve been here long enough to grow something this impressive.” They can live for over 1,000 years and develop those distinctive horizontal, layered branches that make them instantly recognisable. The tree in this photograph is probably 150-200 years old based on its size and shape, meaning it was likely planted sometime in the early to mid-1800s when Kinsale was thriving as a fishing port and naval base. So that tree has essentially witnessed the entire modern history of the town!

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#BlarneyPhotographyClub #calmWater #coastalIreland #Cork #CorkHarbour #CountyCork #GeorgianArchitecture #harbourPhotography #Ireland #IrishCoastalTown #IrishScenery #Kinsale #KinsaleHarbour #landscapePhotography #Photo #Photography #reflectionPhotography #sailboats #scenicCork #waterfront

A white Georgian-style house with symmetrical windows sits beside calm blue water in Kinsale, County Cork, with a large mature tree dominating the foreground, stone walls along the waterfront, sailboats moored nearby, and rolling hills with houses visible in the background, all perfectly reflected in the still water.

Powerful Powerscourt. #powerscourtwaterfall #waterfall #naturephotography #ireland #visitireland #landscape #irishscenery #mountain #beautifuldestinations #travelphotography #adventure #outdoors #scenic #naturelover #smartphonephotography #photography

A dramatic, vertical shot of a tall waterfall cascading down a sheer rock face under a slightly overcast sky. The base of the falls is obscured by a field of large, mossy boulders. Bare-branched trees line the top of the cliff. The overall mood is rugged and majestic.

Free Running. #JacksonsFalls #Waterfall #River #Forest #Nature #Ireland #Wicklow #Explorelreland #IrishScenery #WaterfallsOflreland #HiddenGems #Hiking #GetOutside #smartphonephotography #photography

A wide shot of Jacksons Falls, with the river flowing over and around numerous large boulders and rocks. The water appears to be flowing over a series of small cascades rather than a single large drop. The banks of the river are densely forested, with rich green foliage and overhanging branches creating a natural canopy. The scene is tranquil and captures the wild beauty of the Irish countryside.

It's that waterfall again. #PowerscourtWaterfall #WicklowMountains #IrishWaterfalls #CountyWicklow #IrelandTravel #Naturelreland #WaterfallPhotography #Explorelreland #GardenOflreland #IrishScenery #Visitlreland #LandscapePhotography #smartphonephotography #photography

A long distance shot captures the white streaks of Powerscourt Waterfall cascading down a steep, grey, rocky mountain face, surrounded by vibrant green trees and smaller vegetation. The foreground features out-of-focus pink and yellow flowers, adding a burst of colour to the natural landscape. The image conveys a serene and majestic portrayal of the waterfall in its natural setting.

When Water Falls. #PowerscourtWaterfall #WicklowMountains #IrishScenery #NaturePhotography #Waterfalls #IrelandTravel #LandscapePhotography #ForestVibes #HikingAdventures #MountainViews #Visitlreland #Wilderness #OutdoorPhotography #smartphonephotography #photography

A long shot of Powerscourt Waterfall in County Wicklow, Ireland, framed by dark green pine trees on either side. The waterfall cascades down a sheer rock face into a lush green valley filled with dense woodland. In the background, rolling hills meet a bright sky with soft clouds, illuminated by the warm glow of early evening light.

Poulanass Waterfall from Glendalough Upper Lake. #Glendalough #PoulanassWaterfall #WicklowMountains #Ireland #IrishScenery #Explorelreland #HiddenGems #NaturePhotography #LandscapePhotography #Travellreland #WildAtlanticWay #ScenicViews #IrishOutdoors #smartphonephotography #photography

A breathtaking view of the Poulanass Waterfall cascading down a lush green, rocky mountainside into the Upper Lake at Glendalough, County Wicklow, Ireland. The valley is framed by steep, verdant slopes on either side, with a dense forest of dark green trees lining the right bank of the lake. The water in the foreground is calm, reflecting the dramatic landscape above under a bright sky.

Power and Grace. #PowerscourtWaterfall #Waterfall #Ireland #IrishScenery #NaturePhotography #Landscape #Hiking #Travellreland #WicklowMountains #Explorelreland #IrishWaterfalls #HiddenGems #EastCoastKin #smartphonephotography #photography

A dramatic vertical shot of Powerscourt Waterfall in County Wicklow, Ireland, under a cloudy sky. The powerful white water cascades down a dark, rocky, moss-covered cliff face. In the foreground, large, moss-covered boulders are scattered at the base of the falls. The surrounding hills are visible, with some evergreen trees and bare deciduous trees.

The Rain is on its Way. #Ireland #IrishLandscape #GreenIreland #CoastalView #Wicklow #Forestry #NaturePhotography #Travellreland #Explorelreland #Beautifullreland #ScenicViews #IrishScenery #smartphonephotography #photography

A panoramic view of a lush green landscape in Ireland under a dramatic sky. In the foreground, tall, dark green conifer trees stand in dense rows on a gentle slope. Beyond the trees, rolling hills covered in a mosaic of lighter green fields and scattered trees extend towards a wide bay. A town is visible along the coastline of the bay, with a dark blue sea stretching to the horizon. The sky is a mix of bright and ominous dark grey clouds, suggesting an impending shower in the distance.

It’s difficult to TOP West Cork

When the weather is as nice as it is now, there’s nowhere like West Cork. Rolling hills and beautiful countryside, trees heavy with leaves and flowers in bloom, friendly people, and loads of things to do.

One way is Bantry, Ballydehob is the other way. We were headed to Ballydehob when I stopped for a few quick photos.

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#Cork #countryside #forest #greenHills #heather #intersection #Ireland #IrishScenery #Landscape #Photo #Photography #roadSigns #ruralRoads #stoneWalls #stopSign #traffic #travel