Amelia's photos with the keyword: Castle

Culzean Castle (pronounced Cullane) is a romantic fantasy castle created by Robert Adam in 1772-1790 for the 10th Earl of Cassillis. Culzean is notable for its elegant oval staircase, circular saloon, painted ceilings and delicate friezes, this is one of Adam's greatest creations. More about the history here: www.britainexpress.com/attractions.htm?attraction=1203

We were first in to this National Trust property. and so it was easy to get photos with no-one in them. We left at 12.45, and it was very busy. The gardens were looking spectacular..

We are away from the computer for a week. Enjoy your photography. The lead statue of Hercules at Chirk Castle, North Wales, was commissioned in the 1720s and originally stood at the entrance to the castle, together with a figure of Mars. In 1770 it was moved to a nearby wood, from where it was retrieved in 1983, before being restored and positioned here by the National Trust. The Castle is shown in the background, with formal gardens of clipped yew. The PiP shows carpets of snowdrops covering the woodland floor.

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Carpets of snowdrops in the grounds of Chirk Castle.

Sculptor: Andrew Carpenter (c.1676-1737). Year of creation:1705 This example was probably cast using Montgomeryshire lead from the Llangynog mines owned by the Powis family. Its original position at Powis was as the centrepiece of a fountain in the Baroque water gardens at the foot of the garden terraces which had been largely completed by 1705. The water garden was demolished between 1801 and 1809, and the statue was then moved and re- sited into the courtyard. The sculpture was restored in 1987.

Powis Castle is a medieval castle, fortress and grand country house near Welshpool, in Powys, Wales. The castle is known for its formal gardens which are exceptional. The present castle was built in the 13th century. The property is under the care of the National Trust. In the centre of the oval lawn is a statue called 'Fame'. It is made of lead and is mounted on a stone base. The statue depicts the winged female figure of Fame borne by Pegasus. I have never seen this entrance so devoid of people. We were the first to check in for the opening morning slot, and reaped the benefits.

In this photo one can see the tidal swimming pool, the West Sands and Tentsmuir Forest in the background.

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