THE PRESERVATION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL REMAINS DURING URBAN RENEWAL: THE CASE OF İZMİT

Authors : Serap Sevgi, Onur Kamiloğlu

Pages : 135-157

Doi:10.22520/tubaar.1603972

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Publication Date : 2025-06-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :In the process of urban reconstruction, new construction, urban transformation projects, or retrofitting works, unexpected archaeological remains are encountered. This phenomenon is particularly common in centers with multilayered cultural histories. Generally, archaeological remains uncovered during the excavation of the foundation during new construction represent a small part of the building and continue on the parcel of another building. On the other hand, archaeological excavations are usually carried out during new construction activities. This situation may limit the interpretation of the information obtained. The information obtained in a fragmented manner is kept in the archives of the regional conservation boards. The process of determining the legal protection status of these remains, documenting, protecting, and even integrating them with the new building becomes complicated within the framework of the legislation. This article*** examines the protection of archaeological remains uncovered during new construction activities in the center of Izmit, a multi-layered historical city, and the efforts to integrate and interpret the information. The necessity of understanding multi-layered cities, exploring their nuances, and developing strategies to balance historic preservation with modern urban needs, chronological mapping of the city’s history, regular documentation and preservation of the data uncovered for understanding urban archaeology, and archiving the data obtained for holistic interpretation by expert organizations and teams are revealed.
Keywords : Kent Tarihi Arkeolojisi, Çok Katmanlı Tarihi Kentler, Yeni Yapılaşma, Arkeolojik Kalıntılar, İzmit (Nikomedia)

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