Great Temple II, a photo from Maan, South

Photographer's Note

Another view of the Great Temple columns, this time looking towards the Winged Lion temple on the other side of the track that traverses the scene. It was only discovered in 1992 when it was just a pile of dirt and collapsed columns, some of which have been reconstructed by archeologists. It was excavated in 1993 by the Brown University of Rhode Island in the USA. The ancient city is noticeably cooler than Wadi Rum at 800m+ elevation. The Great Temple was constructed in the 1st century under the Nabatean king Aretas IV but abandoned in 551 AD after its destruction by an earthquake. Seen here is just a small segment of the Great Temple which covers a large area. There is conjecture about whether this 'temple' was ever used for religious purposes and it is more likely to have been a royal reception hall. More info here:

https://universes.art/en/art-destinations/jordan/petra/great-temple

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Temple_(Petra)

holmertz, ikeharel, pajaran, Royaldevon, pierrefonds, Fis2, jhm, macjake has marked this note useful

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holmertz (103520) 2021-06-04 1:38

Hello Chris,
This is a part of Petra I don't remember at all. Maybe they hadn't yet arranged the columns so nicely by the time I was there in 1995. There's a good juxtaposition of the columns and the brown rocks and a nice strong light under the June sun.
Thanks for your comments. What did you think the Royal Palace was for? The Royals don't actually live there, but I think the King has his office there. Denmark and Norway have Royal families too.
Best regards,
Gert

kasianowak (17676) 2021-06-04 2:35

Hi Chris
Thanks for bringing back the memories of my stay in Petra!
Lovely photo bathed in great Middleeastern sunlight. The columns create depth and perspective.
Have a nice weekend
Kasia

ikeharel (114435) 2021-06-04 2:39

The size of the columns suggest a large temple was there in old days, Chris.
The bright light enhanced the brown multi-colors of the surrounding desert.
The place has yet to excavate for more findings i believe still remain covered around.
Good evening,
Ike

Silvio1953 (222747) 2021-06-04 4:01

Ciao Chris, great oerspective on fantastic ruines, wonderful colors, excellent clarity, fine details and splendid light, very well done, my friend, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

pajaran (116915) 2021-06-04 4:23

Pozdrav.

Danas smo komsije sa fotografijama na TE.
Lepa stara arhitektura i priroda, dobro poakzano sa lepim bojama, kontrastom, perspektivom i interesantnim tekstom.
Lepa rusevina i fotografija.

Zelim vam lepo popodne, sve najbolje za vikend.
Paja

Royaldevon (86328) 2021-06-04 4:35

Hello Chris,

Earthquakes must have been a terrible threat to ancient civilisations as they are nowadays, although modern cities are often warned and, in many cases, special designs mean that buildings no longer collapse.

This must have been a very spectacular building, with its many columns.
You have chosen a fine vantage point to place the interesting features on a diagonal line. The exposure is sharp and well saturated.

My warm regards,
Bev :-)

pierrefonds (115408) 2021-06-04 4:59

Bonjour Chris,

Les collines aident au cadrage de la scène. La prise de vue permet de voir les détails des colonnes du Grand Temple. La lumière rehausse la beauté des couleurs. Bonne journée.

Pierre

Fis2 (171789) 2021-06-04 6:00

Witaj Chris!
A very curious place, view makes impression.
I love it.
This columns are impressive.
Good framing, colors and light.
Nice presentation.
Well done.
Good afternoon.
Krzysztof

jhm (211738) 2021-06-04 9:43

Hello Chris,

The restanten of the old temple with the nice columns on one row.
Splendid picture with nice sharp and pleasant colours.
Very done, TFS.

Best regards,
John

lousat (139906) 2021-06-04 13:08

Hi Chris,i remember well these columns recently discovered in the Petra site,an excellent capture in the best light,very sharp as usual,i like the note too! Have a nice weekend and thanks,Luciano

ifege (49257) 2021-06-04 19:28

Hi Chris
People have had fun stacking roughly similar stones to give a bit of the look of the site. A good wide view of the site.
cheers
Ian

abmdsudi (95869) 2021-06-04 19:57

Hi Chris
A good record of the ruined temple with deep colours and contrast bathed in warm light. Excellent capture of this historic sight.
Best regards

jemaflor (148094) 2021-06-04 23:11

Hi Chris,
Good photo, interesting ruins with these columns, nice Bg with these rocks, excellent light and contrast management, tfs, well made.

macjake (98544) 2021-06-06 22:45

Hi Chris
As I have mentioned to you many times, Egypt and Jordan are very very high up on my list of places to see - I wish I had gone earlier before my 2 year old son was born, it'll be more difficult now. Its funny how these look like piece of some sort of game :) amazing to learn they were only discovered in the early 1990's. Goes to show there are probably many more to be discovered too. wonderful scene. cheers
Craig

jmdias (116307) 2021-06-13 10:40

chris

nice view using the broke columns in slices contrasting with the beautiful rocky domes ahead.

take care

jorge