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Dawn at the Temple of Artemis and HadrianA Tawny Owl roosts among the ruinsOld-growth forest like this has reclaimed the valleyA Eurasian Jay, keenly foraging among the fallen stonesWalls and fallen masonry are often hidden among the mature forest regrowthThese walls have stood for 2000 years, while others have been <br>destabilised by weather and tree rootsA Chaffinch, possibly the most commonly heard voice in European forestsThe dense vegetation which has reclaimed the valley floor is ideal habitat for Nightingales. A Chukar, patrolling the steep, rocky slopes of the upper valleyRüppells Warbler in full voice. Their pleasant chattery songs dominate the dawn chorusKrüppers Nuthatch, a Turkish endemic species heard frequently throughout the ruinsA Jay surveys its domainRemains of the ancient gymnasium and bathsGreat Tit returning to its nest. This recording was made at the <br>begining of the breeding season, and the birds were in full songOverlooking the high city toward Gulluk Mountain. <br>This remote location made the site so ideal to defend against invadersAmazing to imagine the ancestors of this Jay <br>living alongside the inhabitants of the ancient cityA Goldcrest, whos song is of such high frequency <br>that you need good ears just to hear itThe precipitous mountains that flank the ancient siteA Serin - its song is such a delightful, metallic jingle of notesA Wren skulks unobtrusively among the undergrowth. <br> For its size, its song is remarkably loudThe amphitheatre at the highest point of the citadel. <br>It commands a spectacular view over the sheer mountains.Looking back down the valley and the rich forest that has reclaimed it.
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Image gallery to accompany the album: 'Birdsong Among the Ruins'

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