In this installment, David explores the ancient water system in city of Jaresh. He and other archaeologists are finding a sophisticated water system that includes filtration, which is a first in their careers. The team also finds that archaeology is sometimes for the chickens!
David Connolly V-log: Building on Tombs
September 7, 2008 By Leave a Comment
In the second day of the Jaresh survey, tombs are the focus. David’s team is attempting to survey endangered tombs in the area. Building over underground tombs is a common practice in the area, with occupants sometimes using the tombs as basements. Building on these tombs sometimes causes them to collapse, making these surveys and documentation efforts even more critical.
David Connolly V-log: "Tickling" the tombs
September 5, 2008 By Leave a Comment
David Connelly introduces Jaresh in Jordan, famed for being one of the largest and most well preserved sites of Roman architecture in the World outside Italy.
The first day of the Jaresh survey, David reacquaints himself with the area, finding protection measures by the Department of Antiquities have been effective. He also gets reaction from a “first timer” inside of one of the tombs.
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