Geophysical surveys were conducted in the Lahun area (Fayoum, Egypt). The Lahun area is known to have been the royal necropolis during the period of Senusret II (1897–1878 BC), where he built his ...pyramid. Integrated magnetic and gravity measurements were applied to investigate five locations in the area. The gravity survey was implemented in the areas where chambers, shafts, or cavity-like structures are expected, and magnetic survey was applied in the areas where mudbrick structures are expected. The magnetic survey was conducted using a Geoscan fluxgate gradiometer, whereas the gravity survey was conducted using a Scintrex CG-5 gravimeter. The geophysical survey successfully revealed anomalies that could be part of the trench between the Queen’s Pyramid and the Senusret II Pyramid, several pits in the eastern and southern sides of Senusret II Pyramid, two chambers that could be royal tombs, and the remains of three large mudbrick structures that could be ancient warehouses.
Partiendo de las informaciones recogidas en los departamentos de Potosí y Chuquisaca en Bolivia, en este trabajo trataremos algunos aspectos relativos a la percepción de los sitios arqueológicos y al ...diálogo con el pasado, analizando tanto la profundidad histórica de las categorías, entidades y principios -y sus relaciones-, presentes hoy en estos espacios significantes, como su participación dentro de los intensos procesos de cambio social que tuvieron lugar durante los últimas décadas.
The presence of phosphorus in samples of soil, sediments and water is traditionally considered to be an important indicator of human activity, either archeological or contemporary. Traditionally, the ...presence of phosphorus in archeological ceramics is attributed to adsorption from the soil subsequent to the discarding of utensils or the presence of the element in the raw material, although a few authors support the hypothesis of the contamination of pots by food during cooking. Given these conflicting views, the present study investigated experimentally the incorporation of phosphorus (and also calcium) into ceramic pots through trials that simulated cooking conditions to verify the potential of the elements as archeological evidence. The material was analyzed using XRD, total chemical analyses, and SEM/SED. The results indicated clearly that both elements were incorporated through the cooking process. The chemical affinity of phosphorus with aluminum makes this element a potentially important archeological record of function. Crystalline phases of the variscite type are formed after 600h of cooking and depend on the amount of time the pot is in contact with the experimental solution. In contrast, the incorporation of calcium is readily reversible, and the cooking time necessary for the formation of phases is much greater than the working lifespan of a ceramic pot. In other words, calcium cannot be used as archeological evidence of cooking.
•The phosphorus thus constitutes an important indicator of the use of the vessels for cooking food.•Formation of amorphous aluminum phosphates and those of the variscite type in the pots during cooking.•The pots were able to incorporate calcium and phosphorus sob cooking conditions.
The alluvial plain of the Ceyhan River (SE Turkey) has been populated since the Neolithic. In 1954, Marjory Veronica Seton-Williams described for this area several archeological mounds (höyük), which ...are the remains of ancient settlements. Today, according to the archeological research carried out in the area, some of these mounds result to have been leveled by agricultural activities. In this work, we identified many color anomalies by low-cost remote-sensing analyses of satellite images. We checked the nature of these anomalies in a dedicated survey and we found a good correspondence between color anomalies and archeological remains consistent with leveled höyük. We compared the grain size and chemical characteristics of the soil collected inside the color anomalies with the soil collected in other areas of the alluvial plain. We found irrelevant differences in grain-size characteristics, but a higher content of CaCO3 in soils collected inside the anomalies with respect to those collected outside. Therefore, the content of CaCO3 could be considered the feature that makes the color anomalies visible. The reason for this higher content of CaCO3 is related to the anthropogenic material used in the different phases of höyük growth. This work suggests a low-cost analysis useful for rapid identification and preservation of archeological information on the history of Mediterranean settlement.
Como parte de un estudio de carácter antropológico se identificaron los hongos liquenizados sobre restos arqueológicos de superficie provenientes de la localidad La Primavera de la provincia de Santa ...Cruz, Argentina. Para esto se observaron caracteres morfológicos externos y cortes a mano alzada de apotecios que fueron observados bajo microscopio óptico; además se realizaron pruebas con reactivos K (hidróxido de potasio), C (hipoclorito de sodio) y reacción bajo luz ultravioleta. Como resultado, se encontraron 16 especies de las cuales 2 se encontraban previamente citadas para la provincia, 13 son nuevas citas para la provincia y Carbonea vorticosa es un nuevo registro para el país. La identificación de las especies que crecen sobre este tipo de sustrato
Dahshour area has recently shown a great potential of archeological findings. This was remarkable from the latest discovery of the causeway and the mortuary temple of the Pyramid of Amenemhat III ...using geophysical data. The main objective of the present work is to locate the buried archeological remains in the area of Dahshour, Southwest Cairo using magnetic survey for shallow investigations. Land magnetic data is acquired using proton magnetometer (two sensors) with a sensor separation of 0.8m; i.e. gradiometer survey. The study area is located nearby the two known pyramids of Dahshour. The field data is processed and analyzed using Oasis Montaj Geosoft™ software.
The processed data is presented in order to delineate the hidden artifacts causing the magnetic anomalies. The results indicated a distribution of the buried archeological features within the study area. These archeological features are detected according to the magnetic contrast between the magnetic archeological sources (such as mud bricks, basalt and granite) and the surroundings; mainly sandy soil. The delineated archeological features at Dahshour are probably dated back to the old kingdom having a depth reach up to 3.0m. Consequently it is highly recommended to carry out excavation to precisely classify them and high light their nature and value.
This article analyze the promotion of the Peruvian economy from an Administrative Law perspective. Hereof, it describe the main regulations changes which have generated substantial variations in the ...process for obtaining several permits, such as environmental management intruments and easement rights, needed for the development of investment projects. In general, those changes are related to the reduction of the terms applicable for its obtainting and the elimination of bureaucracy.In this context, the easement right is one of the most important changes. Hence, its scope, classification, procedure for obtaining and contingencies arise from it are analyzed.Finally, the author proposes an improvent of the legal framework applicable to the easements for the development of mining projects in order to make it a secure way to boost country’s economy.
El presente artículo analiza la dinamización de la economía del Perú desde el Derecho Administrativo. De esta manera, ilustra los cambios normativos más importantes que han generado una variación sustancial en la obtención de diversos permisos administrativos, tales como instrumentos de gestión ambiental y otorgamiento de servidumbres, necesarios para el desarrollo de proyectos de inversión. Todos ellos tienen un cambio común referido a la reducción de plazos y eliminación de la burocracia.En este marco, el derecho de servidumbre es uno de los cambios más importantes. De allí que, se analizan específicamente sus alcances, clasificaciones, procedimiento de obtención en sede administrativa y contigencias derivadas de ello.Finalmente, el autor plantea una propuesta para mejorar la regulación sobre el otorgamiento de dicha servidumbre, a efectos de que sea una herramienta infalible para dinamizar la economía del país.
Natural analogs for the long-term corrosion behavior of over-pack materials, such as carbon steel data concerning the extent of corrosion from archaeological iron artifacts buried in soil, provide ...useful information as supporting evidence for the safety assessment of nuclear waste disposal. Although a lot of corrosion data are necessary to guarantee the validity of the long-term behavior, archaeological samples are invaluable but difficult to analyze. The purpose of this study was to investigate the corrosion behavior of an iron plow surrounded by soil excavated from Oda Castle in Japan. Usually, archaeological samples are excavated and removed carefully from the soil using a small brush and shovel; therefore, the environment around the sample, e.g., redox condition, changes during sampling. We non-destructively measured the thickness of rust of the iron sample in the soil itself using x-ray-computed tomography (x-ray CT) without contact with the atmosphere and analyzed various chemical components and microorganisms. The results show the corrosion environment of the sample was slightly oxidizing. The data were compared with other data from archaeological samples from 19 remains examined by Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA, Ibaraki, Japan).
Discussions on the development of tourist destinations are covered in various academic disciplines. In contrast to the positive factors for economic growth, negative factors of inequality in economic ...discrimination coexist. This study presents an alternative to the negative factors due to the development of tourism.
In particular, we will discuss the revitalization of tourism using archeological sites. In addition, the theory of existential authenticity is applied to the utilization of archaeological remains.
For this purpose, use the case of ‘seongneung royal tomb ganghwa’ and its surroundings, which were excavated. This study understands excavations as a ritual for the acquistion of existential authenticity. It is composed of experience programs in which citizen participate in the excavation process.
In the end, through the experience of the excavation process, the partcipant reconsiders from artifact-centered thinking.
Partcipants concentrate on the importance of ‘symbolic value’ of the remains. In addition Ganghwa island will be recognized as a cultural tourist destination by tourists. KCI Citation Count: 2
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Jungwon est située au cœur de la Corée et elle est un des emplacements importants pour comprendre les cultures du Paléolithique en Corée. Dans cette région, plusieurs sites du ...Paléolithique y ont été découverts, depuis le Paléolithique inférieur au Paléolithique supérieur. Il est à noter la diversité remarquable des vestiges archéologiques tels que les restes humains, les outils en pierre, les vestiges fauniques et les données paléoenvironnementales. Par conséquent, cela nous permet de reconstituer la subsistance des hommes préhistoriques. Cette région joue un rôle important dans les recherches préhistoriques coréennes.
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Jungwon region is located in the central part of Korea and it is one of crucial regions for understanding of the Korean Paleolithic culture. Many Paleolithic sites have been discovered in this region, from the lower Paleolithic to the upper Paleolithic. It is of interest the remarkable variety of archeological remains such as human bones, stone tools, animal bones and paleoenvironmental artifacts. As a result, it permits us to reconstruct the subsistence of prehistoric men. This region has an important role for Korean prehistoric researches.
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