Maximianoupoli: Excavating an Early Christian Basilica

Nadir mapping and technical documentation of active excavations at the early Christian basilica in Maximianoupoli.

The ruins of Maximianoupoli contain significant early Christian monuments. Our mission was to document the active excavation of a large basilica foundation.

By executing precise nadir (top-down) grid flights, we captured the horseshoe-shaped apse walls and symmetrical stone foundations, providing the archaeological team with a perfect orthophoto map of the dig site.

Overview of Maximianoupoli: Excavating an Early Christian Basilica

Symmetrical top-down aerial photograph of a semi-circular stone masonry foundation and surrounding gravel pathways.

Symmetrical top-down aerial photograph of a historic site showing stone foundations, circular ruins, gravel paths, and visitor platforms.

Top-down aerial photograph of a keyhole-shaped stone pavement feature next to a rural dirt road.

Technical Specs

Date: June 2006
Location: Maximianoupoli, Greece
Technology: Custom-built HeliCam Remote-Controlled Helicopter
Imaging: DSLR Payload with Multi-Axis Gimbal Stabilization