Beit Ras (Capitolias): the archaeological project (2014–2016)

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 473-504
Author(s):  
Jolanta Młynarczyk
Keyword(s):  
Medieval Period ◽  
City Wall ◽  
Early Medieval Period ◽  
Resistivity Method ◽  
Architectural Features ◽  
Roman Age ◽  
The City ◽  
The Town ◽  
Early Islamic ◽  
Northern Jordan

Polish excavations at the site of Beit Ras (ancient Capitolias) in the governorate of Irbid, northern Jordan, investigated an area in the northern part of the ancient town, to the west of the Roman-age theater. Three seasons of fieldwork were conducted, starting in 2014 with a survey using the electric resistivity method to detect ancient structures. The presence of architectural features was noted, dated by surface finds spanning a period from the 1st–2nd through the 12th–13th centuries AD. In the next two seasons, in 2015 and 2016, excavation of three archaeological trenches led to the discovery of the remains of a winery and a section of the city wall, as well as a sequence of floors. This established a chronology of usage from the Roman to the early medieval period and proved that this part of the town was mostly domestic in character, at least during the Byzantine and early Islamic periods. Evidence of destruction of a nearby church was also found, tentatively attributed to a Sassanian raid in AD 614 or soon after.

Recopolis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lauro Olmo Enciso
Keyword(s):  
Urban Development ◽  
Social Inequality ◽  
Road Network ◽  
Hierarchical Organization ◽  
Rural Settlements ◽  
Medieval Period ◽  
The Road ◽  
Early Medieval Period ◽  
Industrial Buildings ◽  
The City

The foundation of the city of Recopolis on the initiative of King Liuvigild in ad 578 is the clearest material expression of the participation of the Visigothic state in urban development and in the creation of power landscapes. The ex novo construction of the city – city walls, palatial complex, elite houses, commercial and industrial buildings, hierarchical organization of space – and its impact on the wider territory, with the reorganization and renovation of the road network and creation of new rural settlements, was a clear demonstration of political prowess and an expression of the tax-collecting power of the state. Contextualizing these features within the broader landscape helps in understanding the spatial and social inequality that characterized the beginning of the early medieval period.

scholarly journals STUDIES FOR THE CONSERVATION AND VALORISATION OF THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL ROCK HERITAGE OF CALASCIBETTA IN SICILY, ITALY

2020 ◽  
Vol XLIV-M-1-2020 ◽  
pp. 311-318
Author(s):  
A. Versaci ◽  
A. Lo Cascio ◽  
L. R. Fauzìa ◽  
A. Cardaci
Keyword(s):  
Rural Communities ◽  
Middle Ages ◽  
Medieval Period ◽  
Early Medieval ◽  
Early Christian ◽  
Early Medieval Period ◽  
Progressive Loss ◽  
3D Documentation ◽  
Archaeological Areas ◽  
The Town

Abstract. The rock settlement of Vallone Canalotto, which stands in the valleys surrounding the town of Calascibetta – about three kilometres north from Enna, Sicily, Italy – testify to a widespread population of the area from prehistoric times up to the Middle Ages, probably linked to the agricultural and pastoral exploitation of its fertile land. This valuable heritage, dug into very soft limestone banks, is now threatened by significant erosion and disruption phenomena, which, in the absence of adequate safeguarding and maintenance actions, will lead to a progressive loss of material and the consequent collapse of some portions, making the documentable traces more and more paltry. The archaeological complex demonstrates the continuity of the funerary use from the remotest ages to the early Christian era, as testified by the excavation of rupestrian columbaria. In the early medieval period, small rural communities used the hypogeal structures for residential and religious purposes. In the present work, integrated procedures have been put in place for the 3D documentation of these artefacts, whose effectiveness has already been tested by the same team in other Sicilian rock sites. The research aims at the knowledge and cataloguing of places, which are important for the Island’s history but to date only marginally explored. It intends to stimulate and plan adequate conservation and enhancement activities. To improve the attendance of the sites, design proposals have been developed to guarantee greater accessibility to the archaeological areas and their understanding by visitors.

scholarly journals Splitska katedrala u ranome srednjem vijeku

2010 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tomislav Marasović
Keyword(s):  
Virgin Mary ◽  
Medieval Period ◽  
Early Medieval ◽  
Patron Saint ◽  
Early Medieval Period ◽  
The City ◽  
The Temple

The temple of Jupiter at Diocletian’s palace in Split, which at the same time was also the mausoleum of the emperor, was transformed in the early medieval period into a cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, otherwise much better known under the name of St. Domnius, the patron saint of the city. Changes in the function of the structure were reflected in the following:

scholarly journals Landscape change and vegetation history in the city of Lisbon during Roman times and the Early Medieval Period

The Holocene ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 134-144
Author(s):  
Andrés Currás ◽  
Ana Maria Costa ◽  
Maria da Conceição Freitas ◽  
Randi Danielsen ◽  
Jacinta Bugalhão
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Human Activities ◽  
Landscape Change ◽  
Vegetation History ◽  
Landscape Changes ◽  
Medieval Period ◽  
Early Medieval Period ◽  
Sedimentary Deposits ◽  
Socioeconomic Transformation ◽  
The City

Pollen and NPP analysis performed on the sedimentary deposits accumulated in the inter-tidal banks of the Tagus Estuary allow for the reconstruction of vegetation history and landscape changes that occurred in Lisbon from the 1st to the 6th century cal AD. The high chronological resolution of this investigation makes it possible to identify changes in human activities that took place during the Roman period and reveals the extent of land use in the 2nd century cal AD. However, the most considerable landscape transformation of this 600-year period dates back to the late 5th century cal AD, when significant deforestation and increasing human activity, particularly pasturing, spread throughout the territory. This feature bears witness to the outcome of a deep socioeconomic transformation following the disintegration of the Roman administration and sheds light on a poorly known period in this part of Iberia.

Roman-period pottery from a trench by the northern city wall in Beit Ras/Capitolias

2020 ◽  
pp. 577-602
Author(s):  
Jolanta Młynarczyk
Keyword(s):  
Roman Period ◽  
City Wall ◽  
The City ◽  
Northern City ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Northern Jordan

One of the trenches opened by the team of the PCMA during 2015–2016 at the site of Beit Ras (ancient Capitolias) in the governorate of Irbid, northern Jordan, revealed remains of the defensive city wall. Neither the foundation nor the earliest walking level connected with the wall could have been reached; however, the archaeological exploration allowed to identify three upper floors, all posterior to the construction of the city wall. The analysis of the ceramics from under the floors permitted to establish the repertory of the local, regional and some imported wares in the Roman-period Capitolias and, at the same time, provided an insight into the chronology of the defenses of ancient Capitolias.

scholarly journals Provins as an example of a “live museum”

2018 ◽  
Vol 49 ◽  
pp. 00065 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dominika Kuśnierz-Krupa
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Residential Buildings ◽  
Heritage Management ◽  
Medieval Period ◽  
13Th Century ◽  
Cultural Heritage Management ◽  
Early Medieval Period ◽  
World Heritage List ◽  
The World ◽  
The Town

The article concerns the history, revalorisation and accessibility of the cultural heritage in the historic town of Provins, located to the southwest of Paris. The town was founded in the early medieval period, and in the 12th and 13th century it was one of the most prominent fair towns in Champagne. Many valuable monuments of that period have survived until the present time, such as the urban layout, the defensive walls, the Cesar tower supposedly relating to the legendary origins of the town dating back to the Roman period, churches and relics of residential buildings. In 2001, the above mentioned buildings were appreciated and distinguished by the UNESCO Committee which inscribed Provins in the World Heritage List. This distinction is not merely a matter of pride for the local authorities, but also an obligation to properly maintain the historic heritage, to revalorise it constantly and to educate the community regarding the protection of the town heritage. It must be stated that the authorities perfectly fulfil their responsibilities, which is worth presenting in this article to set an example of proper cultural heritage management for other historic towns.

scholarly journals Women in Neo-Assyrian Palaces: The case of the ekal mašarti in Nimrud/Kalḫu

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eva Schmalenberger
Keyword(s):  
The South ◽  
Archaeological Evidence ◽  
City Wall ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Architectural Features ◽  
Basic Facts ◽  
The City

Ø  Basic Facts on Nimrud:Left Bank of the Tigris, North of the Greater Zabcapital of the Neo-Assyrian empire since 878 B.C. under King Aššurnaṣirpal (883 - 859 B.C.)The city wall encloses an area of 380 haThe main architectural features are located on the northern and the south-eastern acropolis, including various palaces and temple buildingsØ  The ekal mašarti:Built under King Šalmaneser III. (858 - 824 B.C.)completed 844 B.C.on the south-eastern acropolismainly used for military purposes (Areas NW, NE, SW and SE)Representation rooms (Area T) and private quarters (Area S) in the southØ  Women in the ekal mašarti:Clear archaeological evidence for the presence of women in the palace; Finds: Amulets (Bes, Lamaštu, Pazuzu), skorpion, fibulaeImportant rooms in area S: throne room of the queen (S 5) and bureau (S 10) of the šakintu (female high-official)Reception rooms and working areas on the ground floorLiving quarters on the upper floorNot all women belonging to the household of the queen, also lived in the (same) palace

Excavations at Tocra (1985-1992)

2000 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 59-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed M. Buzaian
Keyword(s):  
Late Antiquity ◽  
Late Antique ◽  
Faunal Remains ◽  
City Wall ◽  
Ancient City ◽  
The University ◽  
Pottery Kiln ◽  
The City ◽  
Early Islamic ◽  
Insight Into

AbstractThis article presents a preliminary report on the post-excavation analysis of excavations conducted between 1985 and 1992 by the Department of Archaeology of the University of Garyunis (Benghazi) at the ancient city of Tocra. The construction and design of the buildings excavated are analysed, with particular emphasis on the late antique phases; and descriptions of pottery, other artefacts (including two early Islamic coins) are given. The area appears to have been an artisan district, as evidenced by the finds of a pottery kiln, ovens, vats and other structures associated with manufacturing activities. Mortar and plaster samples were analysed to help phase the structures, and to compare the excavated vats with their counterparts at another site within the city. A limited study of the faunal remains gives some insight into diet at the site in late antiquity.The study shows clearly that Tocra remained inhabited after the Arab conquest (AD 640s), confirming suggestions of previous excavations at other sites within the city wall.

Past Verses Present; Metamorphosis in Different Spheres of Guwahati: A Study of Srutimala Duara’s Mindprints of Guwahati

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 13
Author(s):  
Ankita Pandey
Keyword(s):  
Point Of View ◽  
Areca Nut ◽  
Medieval Period ◽  
River Bank ◽  
North East India ◽  
North East ◽  
The North ◽  
Indian State ◽  
The City ◽  
Beautiful City

Guwahati derives its name from the Assamese word “Guwa” means areca nut and “Haat” means market. However, the modern Guwahati had been known as the ancient Pragjyotishpura and was the capital of Assam under the Kamrupa kingdom. A beautiful city Guwahati is situated on the south bank of the river Bramhaputra. Moreover, It is known as the largest city in the Indian state of Assam and also the largest metropolis in North East India. It has also its importance as the gateway to the North- East India. Assamese and English are the spoken languages in Guwahati.  In 1667, the Mogul forces were defeated in the battle by the Ahom forces commanded by Lachut Barphukan. Thus, in a sense Guwahati became the bone of contention among the Ahoms, Kochas and the Moguls during the medieval period.  Guwahati the administrative headquarters of Lower Assam with a viceroy or Barbhukan was made by the Ahom king.  Since 1972 it has been the capital of Assam. The present paper will discuss the changes happened in Guwahati over the period of late 1970s till the present time. It will focus on the behavior of people, transformed temples, Panbazar of the city, river bank of Bramhaputra, old Fancy Bazaar, chaotic ways, festivals and seasons including a fifth man made season etc. It will also deal how over the years a city endowed with nature’s gifts and scenic views, has been changing as “a dirty city”. Furthermore, it will also present the insurgencies that have barged into the city. The occurrence of changes will be discussed through the perspective and point of view of Srutimala Duara as presented in her book Mindprints of Guwahati.

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