The
world famous Giant´s Causeway in Ireland, on the County Antrim coast is an amazing
formation of around 40.000 interlocking basalt columns arising from the sea.
Hexagonal in shape and some rising to 12 metres in height, they were created by
rapidly cooling lava from a volcanic eruption 60 million years ago.
The Giant´s Causeway is
said to have been built by Fionn Mac Cumhaill (or ‘Finn Mac Cool’) when a
Scottish giant, Benandonner was threatening to invade Ireland. In a fit of
rage, Fionn threw the columns into the sea to create a path to Scotland, where
he defeated Benandonner in combat. The Giant´s Causeway is designated as a
UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Colourful puzzle/jigsaw
Suitable
for all ages and fun for all the family
50 x 34 cm
Illustrated by Courtney Davis
Made in Ireland