One of the most often photographed slot canyons in the American Southwest is Antelope Canyon, a masterwork created by wind and water. Near Page, Arizona, this natural beauty draws photographers and visitors from all around looking to capture its dreamlike quality. Eleven amazing viewpoints across Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon are shown in this book, highlighting the most captivating spots from which light, shadow, and sandstone create an ethereal show. From well-known light beams to secret caverns, these sites present special chances to see the continually shifting splendour of the canyon throughout several periods of the day.

1. **The Cathedral Chamber**



Rising in Upper Antelope Canyon, the Cathedral Chamber is evidence of the artistic ability of the natural world. Towering walls that reach about 120 feet high define this large area and evoke images of a great gothic church. The sandstone walls' flowing, smooth contours seem to have been shaped more by master craftsmen than by natural processes. Particularly between March and October, visitors can see the well-known light beams piercing gaps in the canyon ceiling to create ethereal spotlights illuminating the dusty air and canyon floor around midday. The unusual acoustics of the chamber provide still another level of sensation since even whispers seem to echo gently off the curved walls. Early afternoon, when the interaction of light and shadow produces the most dramatic images, photographers especially adore this location. To really appreciate the grandeur of the hall, stand close to its eastern wall and gaze westward.
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