In the late 18th century, a wealthy landowner built an estate in County Antrim in what is now Northern Ireland. To make a scenic but imposing entryway, he had 150 beech trees planted on either side of the road (90 trees survive). The trees grew to form the Dark Hedges—an arboreal tunnel leading up to the property. In the right conditions—say a gloomy autumn night with the moonlight casting shadows through the tree canopy—this road can be a little spooky.
Twas a night just like tonight
Today in History
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International Day of the Tropics
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Why, aloe there
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Wildlife Conservation Day
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Till the cows come home
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A day to take a moment
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Zion National Park turns 103
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Death Valley National Park, California
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National Fossil Day
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