Bay of Fires is on the east coast of Tasmania, a beautiful place to visit and photos taken with my phone to show on my blog along with beaches in the area.
No thank goodness Hels but way back, yes. A bit more information... The Bay of Fires in Tasmania was named by British navigator Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, who spotted numerous fires burning along the coast. These fires were lit by the local Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, indicating a high level of habitation, though many today also associate the name with the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders.
Beautiful photos, wonderful sandy beaches.... here on the Adriatic Sea such beaches are a rarity, here we have many rocks, stones and small bays with pebble beaches
Paisajes preciosos, ese color de las rocas con toques rojizos y el agua, en definitiva el entorno son muy bonitos y tentadores para pintar, en mi caso y disfrutar por supuesto que si. Saludos.
Margaret, these are stunning photos. I enjoy these posts very much. Showing places of where you live. Ahhhh I did get the comment about your son having my same date for his birthday and you other son on the 29th. My mom was the 24th. I have to say it, being born under the Taurus is pretty special. Happy birthday to your sons. Have a great day today.
Called the Bay of Fires because when it was discovered there were fires lit there by the Aboriginals. This might help: The Bay of Fires in Tasmania was named by British navigator Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, who spotted numerous fires burning along the coast. These fires were lit by the local Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, indicating a high level of habitation, though many today also associate the name with the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders.
Thank you Andrew. I'm usually pleased with my phone photos, I do also still use my Canon or Nikon often too, depends if I remember to take one of them but always have the phone with me for those unexpected visits to various places :)
Moc zajímavé a krásné místo, pro většinu z nás exotika. Četla jsem o velkých letních požárech, tak přemýšlím, jestli název místa souvisí s těmi požáry. Díky za fotografie. 👍
It's different to see the rocks that colour and makes the place more unusual. We haven't had any fires of note, but there was one the other week that was a bit threatening. The answer to the question is this: The Bay of Fires in Tasmania was named by British navigator Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, who spotted numerous fires burning along the coast. These fires were lit by the local Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, indicating a high level of habitation, though many today also associate the name with the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders.
Hello Margaret, What a beautiful photo of a beautiful place. Beautiful cloudy skies, you always see such beautiful skies in the Netherlands too. I wish you a lovely Wednesday evening. All the best, Irma
It is such an evocative name and the area is truly beautiful. Is it red lichen on the rocks? I could spend days exploring at area like this with every moment filled with happiness.
Yes it is orange/reddish on those rocks which goes for miles down and up the east coast. I'm certain you would enjoy walking there, seeing the birds, plants and 'things', David.
I hope the fires in the bay's name do not refer to bushfires.
ReplyDeleteNo thank goodness Hels but way back, yes. A bit more information...
DeleteThe Bay of Fires in Tasmania was named by British navigator Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, who spotted numerous fires burning along the coast. These fires were lit by the local Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, indicating a high level of habitation, though many today also associate the name with the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders.
Beautiful photos, wonderful sandy beaches....
ReplyDeletehere on the Adriatic Sea such beaches are a rarity, here we have many rocks, stones and small bays with pebble beaches
Thank you. That sounds interesting about your lack of sand beaches, one would have thought there would be many along the Adriatic Sea coast.
DeletePaisajes preciosos, ese color de las rocas con toques rojizos y el agua, en definitiva el entorno son muy bonitos y tentadores para pintar, en mi caso y disfrutar por supuesto que si.
ReplyDeleteSaludos.
Thanks you. Would love to see a painting of the orange/reddish rocks from you :)
DeleteBeautiful photos, Margaret.
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda.
DeleteI love this theme!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pictures.
Thank you. :)
DeleteMargaret, these are stunning photos. I enjoy these posts very much. Showing places of where you live. Ahhhh I did get the comment about your son having my same date for his birthday and you other son on the 29th. My mom was the 24th. I have to say it, being born under the Taurus is pretty special. Happy birthday to your sons. Have a great day today.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Nicola. Glad you got my comment. Mine is in May so I am a Taurus too. Love my star sign and what it represents.
DeleteBeautiful photos and place.
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne.
DeleteLove these pretty scenes Margaret. Is it called the Bay of Fires because of those Red Rocks? Or actual fires?
ReplyDeleteCalled the Bay of Fires because when it was discovered there were fires lit there by the Aboriginals. This might help:
DeleteThe Bay of Fires in Tasmania was named by British navigator Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, who spotted numerous fires burning along the coast. These fires were lit by the local Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, indicating a high level of habitation, though many today also associate the name with the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders.
Thank you Margaret, that's a fascinating connection to the name, one I enjoyed learning about very much.
DeleteIt's very beautiful there. The coast looks wonderful, Margaret.
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful area Marit.
DeleteI went to a nursery today, will post photos next month.
Gosh...that's just so beautiful, so blue and clean!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Crystal clear waters there, Angie. Always beautiful.
DeleteThe place is absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you Bill. It is a lovely area.
DeleteSão belas imagens da natureza no seu estado puro.
ReplyDeleteAbraço de amizade.
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Thank you, Junenal. It is always lovely there.
DeleteI love this spot and I wish to visit it again.
ReplyDeleteHopefully you will, certainly worth it.
DeleteLooks a beautiful place, lovely photographs.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thank you Jan.
DeleteIt looks like a great area, and your phone camera did a fine job.
ReplyDeleteThank you Andrew. I'm usually pleased with my phone photos, I do also still use my Canon or Nikon often too, depends if I remember to take one of them but always have the phone with me for those unexpected visits to various places :)
DeleteIt's a very pretty area and I like the fiery rocks.
ReplyDeleteI think the rocks make the area prettier because they have colour in them against the sea, R.
DeleteMoc zajímavé a krásné místo, pro většinu z nás exotika. Četla jsem o velkých letních požárech, tak přemýšlím, jestli název místa souvisí s těmi požáry.
ReplyDeleteDíky za fotografie. 👍
It's different to see the rocks that colour and makes the place more unusual.
DeleteWe haven't had any fires of note, but there was one the other week that was a bit threatening. The answer to the question is this:
The Bay of Fires in Tasmania was named by British navigator Captain Tobias Furneaux in 1773, who spotted numerous fires burning along the coast. These fires were lit by the local Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, indicating a high level of habitation, though many today also associate the name with the brilliant orange lichen that grows on the granite boulders.
Hello Margaret,
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful photo of a beautiful place.
Beautiful cloudy skies, you always see such beautiful skies in the Netherlands too.
I wish you a lovely Wednesday evening.
All the best, Irma
Thank you Irma. Skies are always interesting, like the sea.
DeleteThe Bay of Fires really lives up to its name with those fiery rocks and sparkling beaches.
ReplyDeleteAlways a treat to see your stunning photos, Margaret.
Thank you Veronica.
DeleteIt is such an evocative name and the area is truly beautiful. Is it red lichen on the rocks? I could spend days exploring at area like this with every moment filled with happiness.
ReplyDeleteYes it is orange/reddish on those rocks which goes for miles down and up the east coast. I'm certain you would enjoy walking there, seeing the birds, plants and 'things', David.
DeleteOh my goodness, that is so beautiful. Those pictures are stunning.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mary, it's the location :)
DeleteTalk About Gorgeous - What A Delightful Location For Grounding Ones Self
ReplyDeleteBig Hugs ,
Cheers
Sure is. Thanks.
DeleteMuito bonitas as praia um lugar incrível, deu vontade de conhecer, Margaret feliz quinta-feira bjs.
ReplyDeleteThank you. We are very fortunate here as we have many beautiful beaches :)
DeleteEu adorei as fotos. I live on the beach and love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you. You are lucky to be able to see the sea and sand each day :)
DeleteVery beautiful pictures. Kind regards from Croatia
ReplyDeleteThank you. You are most welcome.
DeleteWonderful views indeed.
ReplyDeleteMany greetings
Sand and rocks: the perfect mix for a perfect beach.
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