Weekly Photo Challenge – Depth

January 30, 2015 · by Michelle Hill · in Travel, Wordpress Photo Challenges · 21 Comments

The photo I’ve selected for this week’s theme of Depth was taken at the Basilica Cistern, located beneath the city of Istanbul. It was built in the 6th century and is a massive 10,000 square metres in area. The ceiling is supported by 336, 9 metre high, marble columns – two of the columns have blocks carved with the image of Medusa at their base. Walking around the cistern is a fascinating although somewhat eerie experience, due mostly to the low lighting and the ghostly images of fish swimming around in the water.

Tags: Basilica Cistern, Byzantine, cistern, depth, Istanbul, Medusa, Turkey

21 comments

philipcambodia · January 31, 2015 - 12:13 am · Reply→

Striking shot.

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 12:17 am · Reply→
  
  Thanks!
  
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Sandra Barton · January 31, 2015 - 12:36 am · Reply→

Great photography but can see why it would have felt eerie, gives off that vibe looking at it. Well done again

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 12:36 am · Reply→
  
  Thanks Sandra. x
  
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pattisj · January 31, 2015 - 3:54 am · Reply→

Now that’s deep! Amazing place, it seems.

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 8:16 am · Reply→
  
  It was.
  
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Jane Lurie · January 31, 2015 - 6:27 am · Reply→

Stunning shot, Michelle.

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 8:17 am · Reply→
  
  Thanks Jane.
  
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Andy Townend · January 31, 2015 - 10:18 am · Reply→

What an intriguing shot Michelle, makes we want to book a ticket and go explore…

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 12:44 pm · Reply→
  
  Thanks Andy. Istanbul is an intriguing city. It’s a photographer’s dream.
  
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  1. Andy Townend · January 31, 2015 - 7:31 pm · Reply→
    
    Certainly looks it, I must visit some day!
    
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Cee Neuner · January 31, 2015 - 4:07 pm · Reply→

Fabulous photo.

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 7:12 pm · Reply→
  
  Thanks Cee!
  
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luciledegodoy · January 31, 2015 - 5:59 pm · Reply→

Amazing shot. The light on the columns and the depth, are incredible.

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1. Michelle Hill · January 31, 2015 - 7:17 pm · Reply→
  
  Thanks Lucile. It was an amazing place to visit.
  
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  1. luciledegodoy · February 2, 2015 - 10:12 am · Reply→
    
    I could feel the vibes through your photos!
    
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sandydunne · February 1, 2015 - 5:23 am · Reply→

A beautiful example of linear perspective for my students, thanks! 🙂 I also love the warm red glow. By the way, I have just nominated you for a Liebster Award. The details are on my latest post at https://paypackandfollow.wordpress.com
I know awards aren’t everyone’s cup of tea and won’t be offended if you decline. But I do hope you will accept it in the spirit it is given, – warm and fuzzy, – I think your blog is awesome! 🙂 Sandy

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1. Michelle Hill · February 1, 2015 - 5:30 am · Reply→
  
  Wow! Thanks Sandy – I’m humbled.
  
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2. Michelle Hill · February 1, 2015 - 9:17 am · Reply→
  
  Hi Sandy. I really do appreciate you nominating me for a Liebster Award but think I’ll decline. I’m not sure that I’d have the time to do everything that is required. Just having you say that you think my blog is awesome is all the recognition I need. Again thanks.
  
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Terence · February 1, 2015 - 9:27 am · Reply→

Spooky picture

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