Arabian Rock Art Heritage

The Application of Advanced Imaging Technology to Saudi Arabian Rock Art

Uqulqh, Tayma

Uqulqh is a large sandstone outcrop not far from the ancient city of Tayma. It features Arabian horses with tasseled tails that resemble those of donkeys or camels. Numerous camels are also shown, and the lower left corner has an ibex and oryx hunting scene.

This photograph is made from 180 individual photographs taken with the Canon 5D Mark II camera and EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS lens. The original photograph is 4790 megabytes and 1715 megapixels.