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The Geophysical Study of Buried Archaeological Remains and the Preservation of the Architectural Patrimony of Mexico City
| Content Provider | Semantic Scholar |
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| Author | Barba, Lindsay |
| Copyright Year | 2003 |
| Abstract | Five years ago, the Archaeological Research Laboratory established a pilot project to study the archaeological remains buried under the present surface of the Coyoacán and Churubusco neighborhoods in southern Mexico City. The structures that once were part of these important pre-Hispanic settlements were destroyed and their remains have been covered by sediments through the years. Nowadays, the differential sinking of the floor of the Basin of Mexico is producing a topographic relief just in the places where a previous compaction of the sediments has taken place. Our team has proved that the best approach to study archaeological remains under modern urban developments is the application of geophysical techniques. Top date, results from the study carried out at Coyoacán have demonstrated that magnetic gradient, electrostatic resistivity and earth penetrating radar are the best geophysical techniques to locate and study buried archaeological structures avoiding any damage to the surface. Some studies have reached the Churubusco neighborhood where some ceremonial and domestic structures were excavated. The same kinds of studies can be applied to the whole of Mexico City. The long-term goal is to produce an inventory of the location of buried archaeological remains underneath the city’s pavement to prevent any damage caused by the construction of modern private buildings or public urban structures. Besides this evident function, we have observed that many problems affecting the stability of the structures included in the inventory of the city’s heritage are closely related to the existence of archaeological remains underneath them. This is especially dangerous during the seismic events the city frequently experiences. The main contribution of this project is to provide information to locate, evaluate and preserve the buried archaeological remains and the patrimony that is part of the modern city. |
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| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
