The site was known as the Sow and Piglets until 1922 (Muttonbird Island, near Loch Ard Gorge, was the Sow, and the smaller rock stacks the Piglets); after which it was renamed to The Apostles for tourism purposes. The formation eventually became known as the Twelve Apostles, despite only ever having nine stacks.
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HA we had figured some of them must have fallen into the ocean!
ReplyDeleteSuperb landscape. Awesome shots.
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Amazing vista!
ReplyDeleteI had to see these views again, which I think are stunning! Would be thrilled if you would link one of these magnificent views for Seasons. The link is open to Wed. 7 pm, US, Pacific time. Hope you can join in!
ReplyDeleteI had to see these views again, which I think are stunning! Would be thrilled if you would link one of these magnificent views for Seasons. The link is open to Wed. 7 pm, US, Pacific time. Hope you can join in!
ReplyDeleteThe light in these is beautiful and I love that you have managed to capture the slight haze from the sea spray
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Glad you posted these pics as I have planned a trip of this area later this year. I hope the weather is as good when I am there. :)
ReplyDeleteLove your photos of the area. Didn't know that it use to call in another way. Ah, what marketing can do!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Nick.
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Such a beautiful part of our State Nick.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photography! Interesting info regarding the name change from piglets to Apostles!
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