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MAGNETOMETRY AND GROUND-PENETRATING RADAR INVESTIGATIONS AT THE DALVARZINTEPA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE (IN ENGLISH)

Archaeogeophysics, magnetometry, ground penetrating radar, Dalvarzintepa, subsurface anomalies, spatial layout, non-invasive investigation, architectural remains.

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This paper presents the results of magnetometry and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) investigations carried out at the
Dalvarzintepa archaeological site in the Surkhandarya region. The main objective of the study is to identify subsurface architectural
remains without excavation and to clarify the spatial organization of the site based on geophysical data. Field measurements
revealed localized variations in magnetic field intensity, enabling the delineation of anomalous zones. GPR profiling provided
subsurface sections at depths of 0.5–2.5 m and allowed the detection of reflective boundaries and structural discontinuities.
Comparative analysis of the two methods demonstrated spatial correlation between magnetic and radar anomalies, suggesting the
presence of buried wall remnants and construction elements. The integrated geophysical approach enhances the reliability of
archaeological interpretation and provides a scientific basis for targeted excavation planning and heritage preservation.