Lycian

Another name often given him was “the Lycian,” variously explained as meaning Wolf-god, God of Light, and God of Lycia.

But there are some exceptions, including matrilineal societies like the Lycians of ancient Turkey, in which elite status and kinship passed from mothers to sons and daughters.

On Facebook, a reader said: “Trekking in Lycian Way, river canoeing, canyoning, sea kayaking, paragliding etc. Kas is a must for nature lovers.”

The engineering student left for a day trip with two Dutch friends, hiking along the Lycian Way long-distance path in Antalya, on 11 January.

This southwestern coastal region of Turkey was home to the Lycians, a proudly independent people whose imposing cities and famous rock tombs are dotted all around.