Investigation on geoarchaeological structure of ancient ports in the Lycia Region

Year 2020, Volume: 161 Issue: 161, 71 - 79, 15.04.2020

Su Güneş Kabaklı M. Erkan Karaman

https://doi.org/10.19111/bulletinofmre.545547

Abstract

The effects of geological events that occurred in ancient times, on ancient cities are undeniably great, so geoarchaeology has become an important mutidisciplinary science. Using geological methods in archaeological researchs offers a much more comprehensive understanding for history. Today, the methods of remote sensing and geographical information systems have facilitated archaeological researches to a greater extent than before. In this study, Phaselis, Andriake and Patara ancient cities were investigated. In the research, help was obtained from satellite images as a method. By comparing the ancient coast line and the modern coast line, it is tried to be understood to what extent the sea level change occurred.

Keywords

Phaselis, Sea level, Lycia, Aerial photographs, Satellite images

Thanks

Within the scope of this project, I would like to thank to Prof. Dr. Murat Arslan the Head President of The Department of Ancient History of Akdeniz University and Phaselis excavation team. They supported us in all aspects of the surface and underwater research conducted in the ancient city of Phaselis. In addition, I would like to express my gratitude to Akdeniz University Scientific Research Projects Unit for providing financial support to the Project.

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