Maritime Aspects of Medieval Siraf,Iran: a pilot project for the investigation of coastal and underwater archaeological remains |
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| Authors: | Sorna Khakzad Athena Trakadas Matthew Harpster Nicole Wittig |
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| Affiliation: | 1. East Carolina University (USA);2. University of Leuven (Belgium), Greenville, USA;3. Maritime Archaeology Programme, Department of History, University of Southern Denmark, Esbjerg, Denmark;4. Department of Classics, Ancient History and ArchaeologyUniversity of Birmingham;5. Tetra Tech, Monroeton, PA, USA |
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| Abstract: | Siraf is well‐known archaeologically and historically as an ancient port in the Persian Gulf that prospered during the medieval period. Siraf played a leading role in facilitating maritime and terrestrial trade, connecting long‐distance Indian Ocean and China routes with those in the Gulf region. Despite its history, no previous research has been dedicated to the maritime infrastructure of Siraf. Through the ‘2012 Siraf pilot project’ a preliminary survey of the underwater and shoreline remains of this ancient port city was conducted. The site's location is unique in many respects to trade routes and logistical considerations; however, its maritime infrastructure is difficult to assess in light of the extensive threats to the site. |
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| Keywords: | Siraf maritime history ancient port underwater heritage |
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