Images of Northern Ireland Calendar

Images of Northern Ireland Calendar Overview

The Images of Northern Ireland calendar encapsulates the beauty of its finest scenery, brought to life in photographic images of coastal vistas, historic landmarks and lush countryside. Each fascinating picture is accompanied by interesting background information.

Monea Castle, Co. Fermanagh is featured on one page. This impressive, ruined castle set on a rocky cliff consists of a rectangular 3-storey tower house with two semi-cylindrical towers, capped by stone attics with crow-foot gabled roofs. The castle dating from the Plantation era was built in 1618, influenced by Scottish design. It was attacked in 1641 and later abandoned in the 18th century. The Giant’s Causeway on the stunning North Antrim coast is the subject of another view. This iconic mass of hexagonal basalt columns was produced by volcanic action 60 million years ago, forming stepping-stones stretching from the cliffs far out into the sea. According to legend, the Giant’s Causeway was built by the giant Finn McCool to reach his loved one on the Scottish island of Staffa.