The Dark Hedges is a fantastic avenue of beech trees that looks like an impressionist painting by Van Gogh. Well over 200 years old, the trees twist into incredible shapes, forming a tunnel leading to Gracehill Golf Club in Northern Ireland. Hidden away deep in the countryside of County Antrim, legend says the spectacular avenue of trees is haunted by a “gray lady”. © 2012 Michele Erdvig
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Editor’s Note: The Dark Hedges have gained special notice recently as a filming location in the HBO television series Game of Thrones. – CT
Dark Hedges © Michele Erdvig
Written by Michele Erdvig
Michele has done and seen it all in Ireland. Specializing in Ireland for almost 40 years, she is one of the foremost Ireland travel experts in the United States. She writes guidebooks and blogs about Ireland, creates custom Ireland itineraries and dispenses free advice on her Ireland Travel Forum. Michele’s Tips | Website
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