Zion's Ancient Layers

This is a close-up of the towering sandstone cliffs of Zion National Park, Utah, captured in August 2014. The intricate layering and textures of the rock face reveal millions of years of geological history, showcasing the raw beauty of this iconic American landscape.

Details

Camera & Exposure

Camera: SONY ILCA-77M2
Lens: 70-200mm F2.8
Aperture: 8/1
Shutter: 1/100
Focal Length: 2000/10
Flash: 16
White Balance: 1
Exposure Program: 3
Metering: 5

Image

Dimensions: 2000 × 1333 px
Date Taken: August 11, 2014 at 12:28 AM
GPS: 37°12'51.8"N 112°57'28.6"W

Keywords

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IPTC Metadata

Location

City: Hurricane
State/Province: Utah
Country: USA
Location: Zion National Park

Credits

Author: Evgeny Drokov
Title: Freelance photographer

Content

Headline: Zion's Ancient Layers
Title: Zion's Ancient Layers

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