Cornwall Coast At Tintagel

by Connie Handscomb

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Cornwall Coast At Tintagel

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Connie Handscomb

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Photograph - Photography - Fine Art

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There is a rapture on the lonely shore,
There is society, where none intrudes,
By the deep Sea, and music in its roar:
I love not Man the less, but Nature more.
—Lord Byron [fr. Childe Harold's Pilgrimage]

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The day we walked from Boscastle on the Cornish coast to the medieval Norman fortification, Tintagel Castle, was a happy one for us. My long-running fascination with the legends of King Arthur was going to be satisfied with a trek to his birthplace.

I dressed up as prettily as I could for this momentous occasion, and began the 5-mile journey across the spectacular green countryside, abloom with wildflowers, over the hills and rocky cliffs. While it was a beautiful expedition, it was not an easy one. My hair was a in a bit of disarray by the time we finished :)

This used to be an important stronghold on the coast. The remaining structure ruins [not shown here; I'm standing in them] indicate to archaeologists that while it was Arthur that brought it the most fame, it predates the king. The ruins' property is now owned by Charles, Prince Of Wales; managed by English Heritage.

This image was captured from the Tintagel castle ruins, overlooking the beautiful Cornwall coast. It was a fine day.

💕 Heartfelt Gratitude to No Place Like Home for featuring this image

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July 1st, 2017

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