Archaeology

Hello, my name is Gemma. Today I’m going to explain the archaeology.

What is it?

The archaeology is the science which studies the history and the prehistory.

Types?

- Prehistoric archaeology. (Skeletons and prehistoric tools).

- Historical archaeology. (Old constructions).

-Ethno archaeology. (Origins of cultures).

-Experimental archaeology. (Try theories, mechanisms and objects).

Famous archaeological discoveries?

The Altamira Cave:

1868 -The Altamira cave was discovered by Modesto Cubillas.

1879- Marcelino and his daughter (Maria), discovered prehistoric paintings and tools.

1910- Open the doors to the public.

1982- Close the cave. (For the deterioration of the paintings).

2002- Open the Neo-Cave. (A replica).

2018- It is located in Santillana del Mar, Cantabria.

The tomb of Tutankhamen:

1922- Was discovered by Howard Carter. (In the valley of the kings)

*It was the most important discovery in the history of archeology.

2018- It is located in the Cairo Museum.

 Gemma R. G.

3rd ESO B