Giant Causeway, Ireland
The Giant’s Causeway lies at the foot of the basalt cliffs along the
sea coast on the edge of the Antrim plateau in Northern Ireland.
Made up of 40,000 massive black basalt columns sticking out
of the sea, this striking landscape is a result of exterme volcanic
activity that occoured some 50–60 million years ago.
The setting is a spectacular dynamic coastal landscape of Atlantic
waves, rugged cliffs, fascinating geographical antiquity, secluded
bays and magnificent views. The dramatic sight has inspired
legends of giants striding over the sea to Scotland. Visitors can
walk along the basalt columns which are at the edge of the sea,
just over one kilometer from the entrance to the site.
Source:www.whc.unesco.org
18 Travel Secrets November-December 2015