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Archaeological Survey

  • Italy
  • Sicily
  • Province of Catania
  • Mineo

Summary

  • The survey and excavation of the ancient Sanctuary of the Divine Palikoi (located in the modern city of Mineo) and the ancient settlement that surrounded it, which intended to assess the historical context in which "this center developed and maintained its unique identity despite the absorbtion of Sikel society on the currents of Greek and Roman civilization." --Maniscalco e.a. 2003

Project Dates

  • 1995 - 2001

Survey Method

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Other Comments

  • Radiocarbon dating
  • To establish a sequence of occupation. To determine the layout out the settlement. To identify the type of buildings discovered.

Research Institution

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Director

  • Director