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Linn o Dee

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Linn o Dee
Cairngorms - Braemar, Grampian, Scotland
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About the photo:

The Linn O' Dee is a narrow chasm through which the waters of the River Dee pour as they drop suddenly down a slope. The spot can only be reached by a narrow road west of Braemar. The Linn is set in beautiful woodlands, and was one of Queen Victoria's favourite places to picnic when she was resident at Balmoral Castle. Access to the falls is easy; the only trouble is trying to photograph the chasm, as it is so narrow and winding that the bottom of the chasm can be quite dark while the top is bathed in daylight. I think this scene is lovely, with the changing colours of the autumn foliage enhancing the natural beauty.

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