The Gearagh

Captured at the enchanting Gearagh Nature Reserve in Macroom, County Cork, this photograph unveils a hidden world formed at the close of the last Ice Age. It showcases the intricate beauty of a submerged woodland and nature reserve. Within the frame, a network of gentle streams at low tide gracefully winds its way around the tiny islands that were once home to flourishing woodland flora.

As the sun dips below the horizon, it leaves behind a mesmerizing orange glow that radiates from beneath the water's surface. This Mordor-themed combination of submerged landscapes and the lingering twilight captures the timeless allure of the Gearagh Nature Reserve, a testament to the ever-evolving beauty of nature.