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Voices of the past

Voices of the past - Summer sunrise at the Ring of Brodgar in the Heart of Neolithic Orkney as the sun just breaks over the Loch of Harray.

A 0330 start with a sky hinting with promise and with anticipation building, saw me arrive at the ring just before sunrise in time to witness something truly special at this stunning and inspirational location.

I was completely alone; neither a soul around nor a distant bird’s call to break the ethereal silence at this unearthly, yet superbly magical hour. Being totally alone at such an early hour, the stones take on not just a mystical presence, but seemingly come alive too; like silent, motionless figures all about to step forward, voices speaking of the hidden secrets they hold. The atmosphere and mystery of this ancient and spellbinding location were palpable, it was as through I had taken a step back into ancient history, transported into a different age.

To be able to witness daybreak at the ring is a unique and otherworldly experience more than one can ever imagine; words simply do not do it justice. A rich reward in so many ways for such an early start, not just for seeing a spectacular dawn, but also the privilege to be in peace with both nature and with the mysterious, ancient, historic past.

Mainland Orkney, Northern Isles, Scotland

Explore #1 06/10/2023

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Taken in: UK / Scotland / Stenness (show map)

Taken on: July 9, 2019

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Camera: Nikon D800, f/11.0, 1/10 sec, 16mm, ISO 100 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Nikon D800
Aperture:	f/11.0
Exposure Time:	0.1 sec (1/10)
Focal Length:	16mm
ISO:	100
Exposure Bias:	-2/3 EV
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Aperture-priority AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
White Balance:	Auto
Light Source:	Daylight
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	Capture NX 2.4.7 W
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