Tagged With "Highlands"
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Re: Charlottesville, Virginia: Land of Presidents
I've spent many days exploring the early times of the Du Pont family around Delaware and Pennsylvania. Explore the old homes and gardens of the American chemical giants. Really fascinating. Chateau Country Route 52 passes thru Delaware’s Chateau Country. Many DuPont homes and estates are tucked away in the areas surrounding Greenville, Delaware and Centerville Delaware. Local residents have managed to preserve the rural character of Route 52 by controlling development. Twin Lakes Brewing...
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April 26, 2018: Kilchurn Castle, Scotland.
Ian Cook shares the history of Kilchurn Castle in the Scottish Highlands, along with some memorable monochrome images.
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Glenfinnan Monument, Scotland
Ian Cook shares the story behind the Glenfinnan Monument in the Highlands of Scotland. It was here in 1745 that Bonnie Prince Charles planted his banner and claimed the throne of Scotland.
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Steall Waterfall, Glen Nevis, Scotland.
Ian Cook shares a visit to Steall Waterfall, a lovely waterfall situated in the Scottish Highlands. It is the second highest waterfall in Scotland.
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Glennfinnan Viaduct, Scotland
Ian Cook shares the interesting story and some fascinating images of the Glennfinnan Viaduct in the Highlands of Scotland
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May 11, 2018: Carrbridge
Like a scene from the set of the Lord of the Rings, Carrbridge is memorable. It is the oldest stone bridge in the Scottish Highllands.
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Charlottesville, Virginia: Land of Presidents
The region immediately around Charlottesville was home to three American Presidents – Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe and James Madison (the 3rd, 4th and 5th Presidents of the United States) – an impressive record for any city...
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Tulips in Bowral, Australia
Seizing an immediate photo opportunity, Judy took these shots of a floral event happening right now on her own doorstep.
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Scottish Castle Accommodation, Plockton
This imposing Scottish Highland castle built in the 19th century is set in 38 acres of beautiful, wooded grounds in a stunning coastal setting.
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Southern Highlands, New South Wales
Barry Barford takes us on a tour of the New South Wales Southern Highlands – a little touch of England in Australia.
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Durness, Scotland: Rugged and Wild
Barry Barford concludes his three-part review of some smaller towns and villages in Scotland.
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Eilean Donan Castle, Scottish Highlands
DrFumblefinger visits Eilean Donan Castle, probably the most popular castle in the Scottish Highlands.
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Scotland gets new rail line, and steam, too!
Scotland is getting a new rail route today, the longest new route in the UK for over 100 years. The new Borders Railway runs from Edinburgh to a new station at Tweedbank, and aims to bring visitors to the southeast Borders region.
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Re: Autumn in Bowral, New South Wales
Thanks for the comments. Yes Maples, but also Manchurian Pears and Oaks.