A brief history of tell settlements and archaeological research in the Mostiștea Valley, Romania
A brief history of tell settlements and archaeological research in the Mostiștea Valley, Romania

Summary/Abstract: The archaeological research conducted in the Mostiștea Valley (Romania) has been a significant focus of Romanian archaeology, starting in the early 20th century under the supervision of Vasile Pârvan. This study documents over a century of investigations, mapping numerous prehistoric sites, primarily tell settlements dating from the Neolithic to the Eneolithic period. The research covers the geomorphological and hydrological context of the region and highlights the evolution of human habitation, with attention to settlement patterns, environmental changes, and archaeological excavation techniques. The interdisciplinary research collaborations have provided deeper insights into the cultural and chronological development of the region, including data from radiocarbon analysis and faunal and floral remains.

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