2004 UK Holiday 12: Cornwall: St Michael’s Mount (page 5/17)

Castle out-building

Castle out-building

Old stone buildings.

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Rough stone steps

Rough stone steps

The steps up to the castle itself were made from roughly-hewn stone worn smooth by many thousands of feet.

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Cobbled path

Cobbled path

Did I mention that this was uncomfortable to walk on when barefoot?

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Cobbled path 2

Cobbled path 2

It might have hurt my feet a little, but it really does look pretty, and peaceful too.

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Cobbled path 3

Cobbled path 3

Different camera settings, and the sun came out.

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Cobbled path 4

Cobbled path 4

Finally a good shot! Peace, quiet and solitude. Although in fact the castle was very busy with tourists.

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Well cover

Well cover

Every castle needs a source of water. This cover is wood with iron around it, and iron strap hinges. They don’t make htem like this any more.

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First glimpse of the castle

First glimpse of the castle

Looking up at the castle. And yes, there’s a person standing on the battlements.

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