We packed all 3 of the things i had hoped to see into this day. We started at the Giant's Causeway. It's an incredible natural wonder...
It is an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic eruption. They are all pretty amazing because they look hand carved. Straight edges and some symetric. Very cool... it was a long hike down to see them but if you paid extra you could take a shuttle. Grandma took the shuttle down and we all rode it up to the top at the end. I took MANY photos as usual.
Next we made our way into town and had lunch at a local café. I ate fish n' chips for the 3rd time this week and it was delish.
We then asked the locals for directions and made our way to the mysterious Dark Hedges.
The story is that a very wealthy family wanted to line their very long driveway with these nice little birch trees and over the centuries they've become massive. They are a popular landmark for photographers and tourists and and locals alike. Quite creepy at night. Beautiful.
Last, but certainly not least, we made our way several miles to the Carrick-a-rede Bridge. It was over a mile long hike so Grandma stayed and took a nap in the car. The wind was so powerful I could knock a man over. We hiked to the base of a cliff essentially. . Walked down a stairwell and onto a steel rope bridge accross to a small Island (Carrick) ... very different than America.. the island had no safety railing or fence. It was up to your own discretion to be careful. And it was crazy exhilarating. Enough chatter. Enjoy the pictures!
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