Fingal’s Cave
©2009 Jim Richardson/National Geographic
Rank upon rank of basalt pillars line this sea cavern, lit from within by the photographer. The natural precision of the columns in Fingal’s Cave and the echoes of lashing waves have captivated travelers since the late 18th century. This is one of many images included in “Edge of the World” in the current issue of National Geographic. Read more about Jim’s experience photographing the caves in his firsthand account on his blog.
January 11th, 2010 at 1:11 pm EGMT+5
Very cool shot….
January 11th, 2010 at 1:39 pm EGMT+5
Gorgeous! So happy to see a place like this preserved in all it’s wonderment!
January 12th, 2010 at 6:30 am EGMT+5
Fantastic use of light.
January 12th, 2010 at 2:42 pm EGMT+5
An absolutly beautiful place… excelent work Jim!
January 14th, 2010 at 10:57 am EGMT+5
Uamh-Binn – sweet cave/ melodious cave
Fingals cave is a useless name – the original gaelic name tells much more of the cave.
January 14th, 2010 at 11:45 am EGMT+5
Awesome pic, looks like something Indiana Jones would be roaming in…
January 20th, 2010 at 2:18 pm EGMT+5
Wonderful form, light and color. The columns are similar to our own Devils Postpile in CA and Devils Tower in WY, but in a completely unique location.
February 3rd, 2010 at 5:58 am EGMT+5
Superior location! :)