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Geology and archaeology of Lycia, southern Turkey ISBN 978-1-904898-06-1 50 pages numerous halftone illustrations An intriguing look at the geological and archaeological history of Lycia in southern Turkey. Beautifully illustrated and a must for any holiday to the area, but an interesting read even if you are not planning to travel there!
Geology and archaeology of Lycia, southern Turkey CONTENTS: Introduction; the Lycian landscape; Geology of Turkey: Overview, The rocks of the Tethys Ocean, Geology of Lycia; Archaeology of Turkey; Architecture; Turkey through the ages: an overview; The sites: Olu Deniz, Kabak, Kaya, Telmessos (Fethiye), Gocek, Uzumlu and Kadyanda, Xanthos, Letoon and Patara, Dalyan and Kaunos, Karaagac, Tlos and Saklikent, Araksa and Oren, Pinara, a boat trip from Olu Deniz, Olympos and Antalya; A geological timescale. An archaeological timescale. Glossary. Further reading and useful addresses. A5 booklet. To order a copy: send a cheque for £4.50 made payable to 'Dr J. Eyers' to 13 Pusey Way, Lane End, Bucks, HP14 3LG. Queries? Then write to the above address or e-mail: rocksafoot@btopenworld.com Here are some images from the book:
The area is part of the Taurus mountain range, much of which is composed of limestone formed in an ancient ocean known as 'Tethys'. However, in Lycia there is a lot more than just limestone!
Some of the rocks show extreme deformation such as these folded limestones and shales. These folds can tell you exactly from which direction the movement came.
A gorge, only reachable by boat, which is a recommended visit in the itinerary section.
Oren Not just a beautiful picnic site, but with some interesting geology and good archaeological visits en route.
The chromite quarry on the road to Uzumlu. The black heap is almost pure chromite ore!
Lycian tombs At Dalyan
Lycian sarcophagus tomb Tlos
The Theatre Kaunos |
Lycia
Lycian mountains
Butterfly valley
