Lycian Tombs of Myra
23 worksFirst upload: Dec 2015Peak: 2026Last 12 months: 10
📝 Description
These images depict the Lycian rock-cut tombs located in the ancient necropolis of Myra, Turkey. Photographers are drawn to the site for its striking visual contrast between the weathered limestone facades and the rugged cliff face. The collection includes various perspectives, ranging from wide shots showing the vertical arrangement of the structures to closer views highlighting architectural details like columns and pediments. The lighting emphasizes the texture of the stone and the depth of the recessed doorways. A shared theme across these images is the integration of human craftsmanship into the natural geology.
How to shoot it
📍 Where to shoot
Outdoor shooting in Demre (Myra), Turkey, near the Lycian rock necropolises.
🗺️ On the map
Based on the authors' marks on the site map.
🕐 Time of day
Most shot between 13:00 and 16:00 (56% of frames)
Based on 16 frames with camera data. Camera clock time; the time zone is unknown.
Shooting usually takes place during the day, with peak activity at 13:00–14:00 and in the late afternoon (16:00–17:00). During these hours, the light is even enough to detail the rock facades.
🎒 Gear
Use zoom lenses with a range of 18–85 mm (median 55 mm) for changing angles. A wide-angle lens (up to 24 mm) is needed for general shots of the massif, and a telephoto lens (from 70 mm) for architectural details.
Cameras and lenses the authors used (10)
Nikon D5200 2Xiaomi Redmi 7A 2Canon EOS R8 2Sony DSLR-A100 1Nikon D750 1AF-S DX Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR 2Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM 2Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 (A032) 1Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM 1Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS 1
⚙️ Settings
Shutter 1/320 (1/1000 – 1/60)Aperture f/8 (f/4 – f/10)ISO 100 (80 – 125)Focal length 55 mm (18 – 85)
Based on 18 frames with camera data. Median and 10-90% range across the idea frames.
The key parameter is aperture: a median f/8 (range f/4–f/10) provides the necessary depth of field. Shutter speeds are short (median 1/285 s), ISO is low (median 100).
⚠️ Good to know
Shooting takes place at a historical monument, so follow the rules of conduct on the necropolis territory. Avoid touching ancient engravings and follow marked routes to avoid damaging architectural elements.
📈 How the idea developed
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✅ How to repeat it
- Use the contrast between the rough texture of the rock and the smooth lines of the columns to create visual interest.
- Shoot at noon or early evening when direct light highlights the relief of the carved facades.
✨ Interesting facts
- 🏆 How the best frame was shot: Canon EOS R8, Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM, 1/200, f/8, ISO 100, 58 mm
- 🔇 94% of frames were shot at ISO 400 or lower: almost no noise, any modern camera will do
- 📱 28% of frames were shot on a phone
- 🥇 8 works reached the finals. Best contest: Ruins and Abandoned Places 2026
- 👤 Most frequent authors: Oleksandr Podust 3Андрей Котенко 2Александр Копылов 2
- 🌍 Authors by country: 🇷🇺 RU 15🇺🇦 UA 6🇧🇾 BY 1🇰🇿 KZ 1🇪🇺 EU 1
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