The importance of landscape archaeology on the example of archaeological monuments of Paravani research

Abstract

As a result of the works carried out in 2018-2022, up to 200 archaeologically interesting objects were identified. An area of more than 30,000 ha was surveyed remotely. A database
was created in the GIS program, which includes high resolution orthophotos, digital terrain models, exact locations of monuments, descriptions of identified monuments. Based on the data collected during this period, a map was created on which the settlements and tombs
around tha lake Paravani are marked as polygons. These maps and visual material help in spatial analysis of archaeological sites. It should be noted that the settlements around the Lake Paravani are at an altitude of 2100 to 2450 meters above sea level, and the tombs are approximately 2070 to 2320 meters above sea level. Through non-invasive methods, we got primary information about the archeological object. Our research will be an attempt and a good example of the necessity of establishing interdisciplinary approaches in archaeology. The expected results of the research presented by us will be highlighted for different field specialists: archeologists, climate researchers, geographers, ecologists, cartographers, historians and others. The continuation of the research on
the archaeological view of the territory adjacent to Paravani will give us significant information not only to restore the historical-geographical picture of this side but also to the Paleo Environmental Survey. The multidisciplinary research of archeological facilities here provides to make more interpretation or correct conclusions, we should also research the socio-cultural aspects of human adaptation to the environment more effectively.