And with the late afternoon sun was dipping just below that ridge, the perfect time for a starburst.
Ascending the steep incline to the high ridge, I was almost floored by a strong and constant westerly wind that brought clouds and clear spells minute by minute.
Next visit will be for photography as well, but maybe after that a little bit of time to have a picnic and a stroll or even swimming in this fine mountain valley lake.
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Winter and spring can still bring snow in 2022 but for the moment all is still colourful in the Irish landscape.
Seven sheep are just visible, grazing the meagre mountainside.
Even in winter, in late January, the weather was mild with temperatures of 11C.
No doubt finding mirth at our clumsy perambulation across the narrow, slippy track.
For a time this was the most photographed sheep in Donegal, and the most accommodating, as it continued with its perfect pose for some time.
A moment of utilitarianism.
On we went in search of waterfalls and ancient ruins.
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This road, closed due to snow in winter and melting under scorching sun in the summer, is a fine example of the scenic drives in Ireland.
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