2/5/08

What did we do today? We went to the Giant's causeway...
Last night we took the Coastal Causeway route from Derry, we stopped
for photos of a magnificient sunset and found a sleeping spot, it was
out of view of the coast, but we know it was there and we have the
photos to prove it. Our resting spot turned out to be a National Trust
property ('Downhill') carpark with ruins of the 19th century Bishop of
Derry's residence perched on a sea cliff with views for miles.
Today dawned as beautiful as yesterday and after omlette for breakfast
in the sun, we explored the estate.
Then onward to the Giant's Causeway, we spent 2.5 hours in the
information centre and admiring the basalt rock formations from as
many vantage points as possible. Unlike some other 'must do' tourist
attractions, the geological environment was rewardingly fascinating
and a recommended 'must do.'
Onwards then to Belfast which has been deferred because of the recent
brilliant weather and stunning scenery. Unlike England, Ireland, at
this time of year anyway, is not overun with tourists and we have been
feeling the magic. But we have places to go and people to see, Dublin
is Saturday's destination. We are staying with Daniel's 'old' boss,
and going out to blow the budget.