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Scrabo Hill Cross Strangford Lough
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Scrabo Hill Cross Strangford Lough
Scrabo Hill Cross Strangford Lough - a very distant view of Scrabo with a gate and the lough in the foreground. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Newtownards). Date: circa early 1900s
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Distant Foreground Lough Newtownards Scrabo Strangford
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This photograph, taken circa early 1900s, offers a breathtakingly distant view of Scrabo Hill in County Down, Northern Ireland. The hill, crowned by its iconic tower, stands proudly against the horizon, its silhouette a testament to the rugged beauty of the landscape. In the foreground, a simple gate opens up to a lush green field, leading the viewer's eye towards the tranquil waters of Strangford Lough. Located in Newtownards, County Down, Scrabo Hill has long been a source of inspiration for artists and photographers, with its distinctive shape and commanding presence over the surrounding area. The hill's name is believed to derive from the Irish word "sceachrabhó," meaning "sharp rock," a fitting description for its distinctive silhouette. The image of Scrabo Hill with the gate and the lough in the foreground transports us back in time, inviting us to imagine the daily life of the people who lived and worked in this beautiful region over a century ago. The serene scene is a reminder of the enduring power of nature to captivate and inspire, and a testament to the timeless allure of the Irish countryside.
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