Landscapes

Glendalough Upper Lake

Name: Glendalough Upper Lake | Donna McGee Fine Art
SKU: 10046
Price: 1600.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

€1,600.00

Glendalough Upper Lake View – Sit back and enjoy this gorgeous view from the comfort of your own home.

What is the meaning of Glendalough

Glendalough (Irish: Gleann Dá Loch, meaning Glen of Two Lakes) is a glacial valley situated in the Wicklow Mountains National Park. The area is a haven for wildlife and their habitats, flora and fauna. in County Wicklow, Ireland. It is also renowned for its Early Medieval monastic settlement founded in the 6th century by St Kevin, a hermit priest, and destroyed in 1398 by English troops.

Glendalough Ireland is considered by many to be the garden of Ireland with its rich luscious landscape. Carved by the melting ice of an ancient glacier, the Glendalough Upper Lake is one of the most scenic locations in the Wicklow mountains, Ireland. It has a unique mix of natural, historical, archaeological and spiritual riches.

What can you do in Glendalough?

You can explore the Monastic site across from the hotel or walk to the lakes and experience the beauty of the Valley. There are many walking tours available to experience the wonder of Glendalough – marked trails/routes from easy to difficult. Walkers, hikers and pilgrims journey from all over the world to experience the meditative quiet and natural beauty of this idyllic nature reserve and the surrounding town.

The History of Glendalough

St Kevin, a hermit who lived by the lake in a cave, founded the Glendalough monastery in the 6th century. The world famous Monastic Site with Round Tower, its scenic lakes and valleys, as well as a selection of walks and trails in the area including The Wicklow Way are waiting to be explored and enjoyed.

For thousands of years, people have been drawn to this valley carved out by glaciers during the Ice Age. The two lakes which inspired the name of Glendalough (Gleann Da Loch – valley of the two lakes) were formed when the ice thawed.

You can read more on Glendaloughs official website

Here is a link to a blog about Glendalough I wrote some time ago

SKU: 10046 Category: Landscapes Tags: Glendalough Upper Lake, Irelands Ancient East, Landscapes, Monastic Site, wicklow mountains national park

Description

Is this an original painting?

Yes, this painting is an original oil painting created by me, Donna McGee and it contains my signature on the front.

Is the painting ready to hang?

Yes, the painting is presented in a white wooden frame with double mount and has a chord on the back making it ready to hang. All you need is the picture hook on the wall for placement.

What are the measurements of the painting?

The measurements of the painting are 30 x 40 inches and 39 by 49 inches overall – a large statement piece that will compliment any room