The Irish county where you get unbelievable natural beauty
This Northern Irish county is one of the most beautiful in all of Ireland
Northern Ireland is an incredible place of natural beauty. While there are many gorgeous parts of the region, there is one particular part that we think is full to the brim of natural beauty.
Co Antrim is located in the northeast of the island of Ireland. Home to some world-famous sites as well as gems you may have never heard of before, Antrim is a place of incredible natural beauty, especially around the coast.
From the mythical beauty of The Giant's Causeway to the haunting scenery to be found at places like The Dark Hedges, it's no surprise that Northern Ireland is the choice for many film and TV makers as shooting locations.
In fact, many of the region's notable landmarks have been made famous by shows like Game of Thrones. But regardless of what has appeared on the big or small screen, Co Antrim needs to be witnessed with your own eyes.
There are just some things that a camera will never capture. If you need more convincing, here are eight photos that prove Co Antrim in Northern Ireland is a place of stunning natural beauty.
The Giant's Causeway
The Giant's Causeway is one of Ireland's most famous landmarks. It is made up of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption.
Plus, there is plenty of folklore attached to the area which is a treat to hear about.
(Image: Irish Mirror)1 of 8Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge in Co Antrim is one for the truly brave and adventurous. The bridge links the mainland to the tiny island of Carrickarede and spans 20 meters and is 30 meters above the rocks below.
(Image: Francesco Riccardo Lacomino via Getty Images)2 of 8Dunluce Castle
Located on the edge of a basalt outcropping is Dunluce Castle, a now-ruined medieval castle that was once the seat of Clan MacDonnell.
(Image: Angel Villalba via Getty Images)3 of 8The Dark Hedges
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Made famous by Game of Thrones, The Dark Hedges in Co Antrim are hauntingly beautiful.
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