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The Gobbins Swinging Bridge
The Gobbins Swinging Bridge - a view of a bridge spanning the entrance to a large cave with people on the bridge and rocks. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Islandmagee). Date: circa early 1900s
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The Gobbins Swinging Bridge: A Daring Feat of Engineering from the Early 1900s This photograph showcases The Gobbins Swinging Bridge, an engineering marvel located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the shores of Islandmagee. The bridge, which spans the entrance to a large cave, is a testament to the ingenuity and courage of those who built it in the early 1900s. The image reveals a breathtaking view of the bridge, with its distinctive swinging design, as it connects the mainland to a small island. The entrance to the cave looms large in the background, its dark and mysterious depths contrasting sharply with the bright sunlight that illuminates the scene. People can be seen bravely making their way across the bridge, their small figures dwarfed by the rugged rocks and the vast expanse of the sea beyond. The Gobbins Swinging Bridge was built in 1902, and at the time, it was considered one of the most daring and exciting tourist attractions in Northern Ireland. Visitors would travel from far and wide to experience the thrill of crossing the bridge, which hung precariously over the treacherous waters and offered stunning views of the coastline. Despite the passage of time, The Gobbins Swinging Bridge remains an iconic symbol of Northern Ireland's rich industrial heritage and natural beauty. Today, visitors can still make the journey to Islandmagee and walk in the footsteps of those intrepid explorers who came before them, taking in the awe-inspiring views and marveling at the engineering feat that is The Gobbins Swinging Bridge.
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