From visitor attractions known around the world to quiet corners of outstanding natural beauty, Northern Ireland provides beautiful backdrops for your Insta-worthy shots.
This week’s World Photography Day (Wednesday August 19) encouraged us to get out and enjoy our surroundings, with Discover Northern Ireland sharing some magnificent locations for a stand-out photograph and encouraging people to share their creations using #MyGiantAdventure.
World Photography Day is a celebration of the art of photography with people encouraged to take advantage of the stunning scenes on their doorstep. You don’t need an epic trek to find picture-perfect places to visit during the year of the staycation.
Discover Northern Ireland are also sharing your inspiring Giant Adventure social snaps on the discovernorthernireland.com website or social channels if you use #MyGiantAdventure.
Here are just some of the outstanding scenic shots shared by Discover NI.
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Blessingbourne Country Estate has something for every keen photographer. Set against the stunning Sperrin Mountains, the estate boasts unspoilt views, woodland walks and cattle grazing in the fields. With over 200 acres of mature woodland to explore, there are many creatures to pose as your subject – from dogs and chickens, to goats and horses. Photo: Nitb Photographic Media Library
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A trip to Co Armagh wouldn’t be complete without booking a tour at one of our cider producers - it isn’t referred to as the Orchard County for nothing. There isn’t a better time to visit as Autumn harvesting will be getting underway. Join a tour with Armagh Cider Company where they will take you through the cider making process, from blossom to bottle. Sample a range of ciders and apple juices that have been grown and produced right here on the family farm. Also, don’t miss the return of the Armagh Food and Cider Weekend taking place from Thursday 24th to Sunday 27th September.
8. Rathlin Island
Rathlin Island is an island off the coast of County Antrim in Northern Ireland, and is the northernmost point of the region. Six miles from the mainland, Rathlin is the only inhabited offshore island in Northern Ireland, and is the most northerly inhabited island off the Irish coast. The L-shaped island is only 15 miles from the Mull of Kintyre and is one of Northern Ireland's Special Areas of Conservation due to it's large bird's colony. Photo: NITB Photographic Library