Lough Shannagh, Mourne Mts
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Lough Shannagh, Mourne Mts
Lough Shannagh, Mourne Mts. - a view of a lough in the Mournes. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Mournes). Date: circa early 1900s
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Lough Shannagh in the Mourne Mountains, Northern Ireland (circa early 1900s) This evocative photograph captures the tranquil beauty of Lough Shannagh, nestled in the heart of the Mourne Mountains in County Down, Northern Ireland. The Mourne Mountains, a range of granite peaks and rolling hills, have long been a source of inspiration for artists, poets, and visitors alike, with their rugged terrain and breathtaking vistas. Lough Shannagh, a small freshwater lake, reflects the majesty of its mountainous surroundings, with the distinctive silhouette of Slieve Donard, the highest peak in the range, looming in the background. The calm waters of the lough mirror the clear blue sky above, creating a sense of peace and serenity that belies the rugged terrain that surrounds it. The early 1900s were a time of great change in Northern Ireland, with the region undergoing industrialization and urbanization. Yet, despite these developments, the natural beauty of the Mourne Mountains and their surrounding loughs remained a source of inspiration and solace for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. This photograph, taken in the early 1900s, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when the natural world still held a powerful allure for those who sought to connect with it. The image invites us to imagine the sounds of birdsong and the gentle lapping of the water against the shore, transporting us to a time when the simple pleasures of nature could be found in even the most remote corners of the world.
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