Whitby Abbey by rainbows
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High on the cliffs above Whitby are the gaunt, imposing remains of Whitby Abbey. Founded in 657 by St. Hilda, Whitby Abbey has over the years been a bustling settlement. It was the home of Caedmon the poet, and the inspiration for Bram Stoker, the author of Dracula. It is about 4 miles from my home. I often walk up here to feel the history of this amazing place. It is a very peacefuI place to walk. I have a special friend who lives nearby! Blaize, who is a horse :-) So I visit the Abbey and my friend at the same time. Have a wonderful evening. I thank you for looking and for comments which are treasured. Hugs. Diane.
Comments (80)
Silvra
Die Wolken passen so wunderbar in dieses Bild!
lilbiscuit
Love this shot! It looks just like a postcard.
cameraobscura2
The people at the base of these magnificent ruins give scale and dimention to this imposing structure that must have been a sight to behold. Thank you for sharing. egmont
lizzibell
Great capture...
Margana
Ohmigod....this is soooooooooo hard to do! This is brilliant, Diane! Yay for you!!! M :^D
alhak
amazing ruins and one terrific shot!
Stringy
Looks so impressive with those dramatic clouds as a backdrop. Very nice!
Hoppypops
Very good photo!
RobyHermida
Diana I ask to you... because they are so destroyed the abbeys always there?? I have seen other fred255 pictures and it always shows abbeys in the same state of ruins... because?? If they are beautiful!!! don't they take care of them?? it is a true one it hurts!! Roby ;O)
rainbows
I thank you all for comments. @RobyHermida/dear Roby. Yes, the Abbey is a ruin. It costs millions of pounds to maintain it in it's present state. I know you may find this hard to believe but this Abbey is cared for by our nation. It is part of our national heritage, we are proud of it. I hope this helps you understand, dear Roby. It is not lack of care but age that is the problem. The original Abbey on this site dated back to 657. Diane.
KarmaSong
A fascinating and majestic place that lends itself to nostalgia and day-dreaming, for sure.It's a superb capture, Diane . Bisous et bonne journée ! :-)JL.
BountifulKnight
You know how much I adore this special place and your photos of it. There is something so mystical and deeply peaceful about these ruins for me. Your photo is sublime!
MagikUnicorn
G O R G E O U S
spudm25
I used to live near Whitby and remember these stones and the history of the place well. Thanks for reminding me of it with this wonderful picture.
artaddict2
This is a great picture of Whitby Abbey Diane, I don't think I've seen one as good as this. The approach to Whitby over the moors is breathtaking, especially when its covered with the purple Heather. Its a beautiful place.
Hawk23
Wooow !! What a shot and atmosphere you've created her !!
mandloks
What marvellous lighting! It looks like it was made of brass or some other metal. And the sky is just perfect along with those beautiful remains. "Caedmon's hymn" is a beautiful praise to creation from the 8th century, I believe. Marvellous with a shot from Caedmmon's residence!
mariogiannecchini
Superbly captured, fantastic colours, light and excellent details. Thanks for the informations too. Have a beautiful evening, dear Diane !
danapommet
You have shown us many views of this Abbey Diane and I am still impressed with every view. Gorgeous against that sky.
sossy
gorgeous ruins and fantastic capture! the clouds ad a special mood to it! I always wanted to visit this historical place! ;o)