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5 facts about Ireland & Northern Ireland

Ireland… People often think about an Irish pub or the delicious Guinness beer, but Ireland has so much more to offer. In addition, Northern Ireland is also one of the destinations that people don’t often think about when they’re planning a trip. In this post, you will therefore read 5 things you did not know about Ireland and Northern Ireland.

1. Dublin

People usually know that Dublin is the capital of Ireland. They often also know that the city has impressive architecture. But did you also know that Dublin was founded by Vikings more than 1000 years ago? They looted surrounding coastal towns and had their 'home base' in present-day Dublin. The history of the city is cherished to this day.

Furthermore, the story of Dracula was also written here. Although Dracula is of course from Transylvania, his writer studied in Dublin. Every year a festival is organized in honor of the author and his literature.

2. UNESCO World Heritage

Ireland is the second largest British island, making it one of the largest islands in Europe. Ireland is of course known for its coastlines, but there are also a lot UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Many special destinations have managed to secure a place on the World Heritage List and that’s something many people don’t know about. These places are mainly along the coast.
This also applies to Northern Ireland.

3. National Parks

Ireland has 6 National Parks. Many people therefore know that Ireland has beautiful nature. Nevertheless, fewer people know that certain parts of this nature are also protected. In addition, there are dozens of nature reserves and other nature areas where protected animal and plant species live.
Northern Ireland doesn’t have National Parks but also has plenty of beautiful nature reserves.

4. Game of Thrones filming locations

Fans of the Game of Thrones series will know that the series was filmed in breathtaking locations. The first thoughts often go to Dubrovnik in Croatia and Malta, but there are also a number of beautiful film locations in Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland is also sometimes referred to as: 'Game of Thrones territory'. These locations cannot be skipped during the photography tour in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Four of the many film locations are visited during the photography tour. This includes the locations of Dark Hedges, Inch Abbey, Tollymore Forest Park and Murlough Bay. Discover perhaps the most beautiful beech avenue in the world and wonderful parts of the Irish coast.

5. Titanic

The story of the Titanic is known worldwide. Did you know that the Titanic was built in Northern Ireland? Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, is therefore a city very associated with this story. Here you will find the largest Titanic museum in the world and the place where the Titanic was actually built. In addition, there are many guided tours to follow. You can even sail on the same water as where the Titanic did. A very special experience!

And there are many more interesting facts… In short, enough to discover in (Northern) Ireland. If you’re interested in these countries, we would be happy to take you on a photography tour through Ireland & Northern Ireland. After all, they are very special destinations!

Is a photography trip also on your bucket list? Then check out the package of photo trips and tours. Or read about the different destinations in one of the blogWould you rather photograph in the Netherlands? That is also possible! Feel free to check out the various   photography workshops

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Autumn in Norway

Norway is known for its untouched nature. Large waterfalls, glaciers and mountains are often the first things that come to your mind when you think of Norway. It’s absolutely a wonderful destination for nature lovers. Every season has its own charms, of course, but we prefer to travel in autumn. Read here what makes autumn in Norway so special!

Rondane National Park

They say you will enter a kingdom of nature when you visit this park. The Rondane National Park is Norway's oldest national park and covers an area of over 900 square kilometers. It is also quite centrally located in the country. Almost 85% of the national parks in Norway are covered with mountains and so is the Rondane. 10 mountains even rise above 2000 meters. You will not find an incredibly colourful plant kingdom here. The park is mainly covered with forests and grasslands. However, these landscapes can also be beautiful. Especially in autumn, the park is decorated with the most beautiful colours. These create a magical atmosphere in the park even on cold and cloudy days.

The park is also home to moose, reindeers and Scottish highlanders. The chance of spotting these animals is considerably higher in the autumn than in the rest of the year. In the spring and summer months the animals move to remote areas. So another plus for the fall…

Dovrefjell

Next to Rondane is Dovrefjell National Park. This park is known for being the best place in Norway to spot the famous Musk Oxen. They live in the wild and can therefore be spotted in their natural habitat. These impressive animals can weigh over 400kg and are not shy. Photographing the Musk Oxen will certainly not be a problem. In addition, September is one of the best months of the year to spot them. Furthermore, there are of course also many other animals to see such as arctic foxes and a lot of different bird species.

The vegetation is also low in this park. This also creates rugged landscapes that look a lot friendlier in the warm autumn colours.

Northern Lights

It’s one of the most special natural wonders of the world ... The Northern Lights. Almost everyone has seen photos of it at some point, but actually being able to experience it is a completely different experience. Norway is one of the best destinations worldwide to see this lightshow. That’s because you have to be located north of the Arctic Circle. The lights are also only visible when it’s dark enough on cloudless evenings. While the ideal time to spot the Northern Lights is in the winter months, it is also possible to catch a glimpse of this lightshow in late fall.

In short, enough reasons to plan a trip to the north. It’s therefore not surprising that Norway is one of the most popular destinations for nature lovers. If you still want to see the beauty of this country with your own eyes, we would like to take you on the next photography trip in Norway!

Is a photography trip also on your bucket list? Then check out the package of photo trips and tours. Or read about the different destinations in one of the blogWould you rather photograph in the Netherlands? That is also possible! Feel free to check out the various   photography workshops

 

 

 

 

 

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