Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Think Archaeology is Dry? Think again!



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This website from the French Department of Underwater Archaeological Research explores what archaeology below sea level is like. It not only details underwater excavations and the history behind the sites but also the history of this branch of the discipline. It introduces enthusiasts, new and old to terms and techniques relating to archaeology they might not have learned elsewhere. The site even gives an in depth look into one of the most interesting underwater archaeological site, the Cosquer Cave. This cave is only accessible through an underwater tunnel that contains many paintings and engravings from tens of thousands of years ago. Comprehensibly presented and visually stimulating, this site combines good graphics and detailed description to provide web browsers an exciting introduction to the field of aquatic archaeology!
I found this website by browsing stumbleupon for “archaeology” and I’m glad I did! The information presented, while somewhat crudely translated is interesting and easy to be curious about! It’s obscure enough that I have zero prior knowledge but unlike many instances with the discipline of archaeology, that isn’t a problem here.  While the information is limited and sometimes strangely worded, brief summaries are as in depth as the articles go, it is all still pertinent and attention grabbing. My favorite thing about this site is probably the layout. It captures your attention right at first and makes you feel like you’re really interacting with the page which is always a plus. 

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