Mangersta Beach

It was very much worthwhile to take the more than 10 km walk to Mangersta, a beach known for its majestic rocks exposed to the Atlantic Ocean. The breaking of the waves is certainly very fascinating to watch on a wild day, but today although the sea was rather smooth the light was just right. The mighty, dark clouds had a most dramatic effect on the scenery, followed shortly by a fine drizzle as changing curtain for brilliant sunshine, emphasizing the dazzling spaciousness of the bright blue sky and calm sea. The glittering rocks covered by spray added a freshness only surpassed by their beautiful reflections in pools left by the receding sea. On the vast sandy beach a seal pup was sunbathing until it was disturbed by big two-legged friends…