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Title
Yeats Country - Under Ben Bulben
Artist
Norma Brock
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Benbulben Mountain is Ireland is a protected geological site. It is also the setting of many Celtic legends. It is known as the dwelling of the Fianna, a band of 3rd century warriors. Folklore tells the story of the warrior Diarmuid being tricked into fighting an enchanted boar by the giant Finn McCool. The boar later kills the warrior by piercing his heart with its tusk. Most famously, the mountain is said to be Diarmuid and Grainne's final resting place.
Benbulben is known as County Sligo's 'Table Mountain' and is part of the Dartry Mountains. Also known as Benbulbin, Ben Bulben or Binn Ghulbain, the iconic mountain is a large rock formation that is part of the Dartry Mountains. Mentioned often by the poet W. B. Yeats, it is in the area of Ireland known as "Yeats Country".
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March 24th, 2013
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Washougal, Washington , WA - United States
Warm congratulations on your successful art piece and this sale!
Warsaw, Ma - Poland
Amazing work. I love it! If you have a sec, please let me know what you think about my images. I really want to progress with my knowledge
Avinger, TX - United States
The feature in Pano-Whamma Outdoors group is very much appreciated! Thanks!
Kelowna, BC - Canada
Congratulations! Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in the “Pano-Whamma Outdoors” group on Fine Art America. In addition, your image will be added to the group Pinterest board or promoted on a different social media site such as Twitter, G+, or StumbleUpon.
Avinger, TX - United States
Thanks Mary.. This is very near the burial site of William B Yeats. Charlie
Mequon, WI - United States
Excellent panorama, Charlie. I love the green, green grass leading up to the uniquely shaped mountain. vf
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