Photography · Şanlıurfa, Şanlıurfa

Göbekli Tepe Stone Pillars

Best time08:00–10:00 (raking morning light defines carvings); 16:30–18:00 (warm directional light)
Best seasonMarch–May (wildflowers on plateau); October–November (golden light)

By Elena Kovač Updated 2026-05-22 Reviewed by Daniel Mercer

Shooting notes

Equipment: 24–70mm for context shots; 50–100mm for carved animal reliefs; UV filter for harsh sun

Göbekli Tepe, Örencik village, Şanlıurfa

37.2232, 38.9224 View on map