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HADRIANs WALL, Northumberland. Cuddys Crags, near turret 37A. The morning light illuminates the wall with Broomlee Lough in the distance. hadrian. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 715680
Filename: J080005.jpg
Size: 4704 x 3716 (20.5MB)
Date: 3rd April 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
Defence Landscape Moor Land Roman Rural Stone Wall
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Basking in the ethereal morning light, Hadrian's Wall, a testament to ancient Roman engineering and defense, stretches across the rugged Northumberland landscape. Captured in this breathtaking photograph by Paul Marsch, the wall stands proudly amidst the moorland, its weathered stones casting long shadows against the rolling hills. The wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was built during the 2nd century AD as part of the Roman Empire's northern frontier, intended to protect against marauding Scottish tribes. This particular section, located near Turret 37A and Cuddy's Crags, offers a serene and picturesque view of the wall's enduring strength. In the distance, Broomlee Lough, a tranquil body of water, reflects the pastel hues of the dawn sky, adding an element of stillness and calm to the scene. The wall, with its rich history and the vast expanse of the moorland, creates a striking contrast between the past and the present. The rural beauty of this landscape, untouched by modern development, invites us to ponder the stories of the people who built the wall and the lives they led. As the sun rises, the wall comes alive, its history illuminated not only by the light but also by the imagination of those who wander through this timeless landscape.
