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SUMMARY:Egypt Through The Ages
DESCRIPTION:This unique trip combines the very best of the ancient pharaonic sites with later Coptic (early Christian) and medieval Islamic sites. This is a luxurious\, in-depth\, small-group\, all-inclusive\, well-paced\, 17-day trip.\nLearn with a distinguished and engaging Egyptian scholar plus one of Egypt’s most experienced tour manager/guides.\nTravel with a maximum of just 16 guests plus your two leaders. Enjoy the best accommodations\, including 10 nights at luxurious\, 5-star hotels in Giza\, Cairo\, Luxor\, and Aswan; a three-night Nile cruise aboard a comfortable\, eight-cabin dahabiya (traditional Nile sailboat); and two nights in the center of Medieval Cairo at a boutique\, 17-suite hotel.\nHighlights include: \nTouring the amazing Giza pyramids and Sphinx as well as Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser and newly-discovered\, closed-to-the-public\, Tomb of Wah Ti.\nExploring spectacular museum collections in Cairo: the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization\, the Museum of Islamic Art\, and either the historic Egyptian Museum OR\, if it is open\, the new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza.\nDiscovering with your experts one of the world’s greatest cities—Cairo\, the “City of 1\,000 Minarets.” See magnificent Islamic architecture spanning the Fatimid\, Mameluke\, Circassian\, Ayyubid\, and Ottoman periods.\nExploring the astounding temple complex of Karnak as well as Luxor Temple\, plus spectacular royal mortuary temples and tombs in the Valleys of the Kings and Queens\, such as those of Seti I and Nefertari.\nCruising the Nile from Esna to Aswan aboard an eight-cabin sail boat\, away from the convoys of large riverboats\, so that we visit remarkable temples without the typical crowds. From the spacious top deck\, observe timeless pastoral scenes of feluccas\, farmers\, herders\, and village life during a visit to a farming community.\nFlying to Abu Simbel to visit the stunning and enormous rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari.\nThe option to extend your trip with the seven-day\, post-tour extension to the Siwa Oasis and Alexandria.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/egypt-through-the-ages/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230218
DTSTAMP:20260415T192055
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SUMMARY:Absolute Egypt
DESCRIPTION:This itinerary is carefully crafted to provide the discerning traveler with the finest Egypt tour available. It combines all the best attributes of an in-depth\, small-group\, all-inclusive\, well-paced\, luxury trip. \nHighlights: \nLearn with a distinguished and engaging American scholar plus a wonderful local Egyptologist and an excellent tour manager. This trio has been receiving accolades for many years.\nTravel with a maximum of just 16 guests plus your trio of leaders.\nEnjoy the best accommodations\, including 12 nights at luxurious\, 5-star hotels in Giza\, Cairo\, Luxor\, and Aswan; one night at the best-available hotel in Abydos; and a three-night Nile cruise aboard a comfortable\, eight-cabin dahabiya (traditional Nile sail boat).\nMeet with excavators and conservators\, including behind-the-scenes visits\, when possible.\nDiscover the preeminent sites of the pharaohs from Cairo to Luxor\, Aswan\, and Abu Simbel:\nIf it is open\, spend two full days exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum that is scheduled to open in late 2022.\nTour the amazing Giza pyramids and Sphinx as well as Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser and newly-discovered\, closed-to-the-public\, Tomb of Wah Ti.\nExplore the astounding temple complex of Karnak as well as Luxor Temple\, plus spectacular royal mortuary temples and tombs in the Valleys of the Kings and Queens\, such as those of Seti I and Nefertari.\nVisit the remarkable Temple of Hathor at Dendara as well as Abydos\, one of the oldest and most important cities in ancient Egypt\, where Steve Harvey\, your AIA lecturer\, has been working since 1993.\nCruise the Nile from Esna to Aswan aboard an eight-cabin sail boat\, away from the convoys of large riverboats\, so that we visit remarkable temples without the typical crowds. From the spacious top deck\, observe timeless pastoral scenes of feluccas\, farmers\, herders\, and village life.\nFly to Abu Simbel to visit the stunning and enormous rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari.\nAn optional\, seven-day\, post-tour extension to the Siwa Oasis and Alexandria
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/absolute-egypt/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230321
DTSTAMP:20260415T192055
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T144959Z
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SUMMARY:Israel: Treasures of the Holy Land
DESCRIPTION:Tour Highlights include:\n• Iconic ancient and religious sites\, including five that are inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage list: the spectacular\, tragic fortress of King Herod at Masada; the Biblical Tel (settlement mound) of Megiddo; a view of Haifa’s Bahá’í Gardens from Mt. Carmel; the Jewish necropolis of Beit Shearim; and Bethlehem\, with its 4th-century Church of the Nativity. \n• Five nights based in Jerusalem\, exploring in-depth its archaeological sites\, outstanding museums\, and major Christian\, Jewish\, and Islamic holy places. \n• The impressive ancient trading port of Caesarea Maritima; and Qumran\, overlooking the Dead Sea\, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were hidden for nearly 2\,000 years. \n• Limited to a maximum of just 16 guests!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/israel-treasures-of-the-holy-land-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230425
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220803T155249Z
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SUMMARY:Decorated Caves of the Pyrenees & the Rhone Valley
DESCRIPTION:Discover a collection of magnificent but largely unheralded examples of Ice Age art while in the company of acclaimed paleoanthropologist and popular trip leader Ian Tattersall. Admire unusual\, elegant bas-relief animal images in Basque caves\, a profusion of hand prints at Gargas\, and the famous panels of line-drawn and subtly shaded bison\, horse\, and ibex at Niaux. The trip concludes with a visit to the spectacular Chauvet cave replica at Vallon-Pontd’Arc\, which expertly re-creates the earliest\, and perhaps most impressive\, of the many masterpieces of Ice Age art dated to some 35\,000 years ago. Enjoy fine food and delightful accommodations while an expert tour manager handles all the logistics.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/decorated-caves-of-the-pyrenees-the-rhone-valley-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220817T130504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T130504Z
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SUMMARY:Antiquities of the Southern Mediterranean: Malta\, Tunisia\, Sicily\, Calabria
DESCRIPTION:Join our engaging AIA lecturer and host Lisa C. Pieraccini for this luxurious small-ship voyage circumnavigating Sicily that includes Tunisia\, beginning and ending in Malta. Sicily offers a unique cultural experience in which Greek\, Roman\, Arab\, Norman\, Christian\, Jewish\, Byzantine\, and Muslim influences intermingle-a true crossroads of civilizations. Amidst spring wildflowers and citrus groves discover splendid ancient Greek temples and medieval sites. See five UNESCO World Heritage Sites\, including Sicily’s Monreale\, Mt. Etna\, Syracuse and Agrigento\, plus Carthage in Tunisia. Join the pre-trip extension to Malta to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Valetta and Malta’s Prehistoric megalithic temples.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/antiquities-of-the-southern-mediterranean-malta-tunisia-sicily-calabria/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Clever":MAILTO:aia@studytours.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230603
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220906T123010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T151540Z
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SUMMARY:Iran: The Ancient Land Of Persia
DESCRIPTION:Travel and learn with AIA study leader Alexander Nagel\, an expert in the archaeology of Iran. This well paced 14-night itinerary brings you to to twelve UNESCO World Heritage sites including two visits (afternoon and morning) to Persepolis\, one of the world’s most spectacular archaeological sites; Pasargadae\, the location of the first Achaemenid capital\, with the tomb of Cyrus II and the ruins of gardens\, palaces\, and altars; Tehran’s lavish\, 18th-century Golestan Palace; Soltaniye’s 14th-century mausoleum of Mongol Sultan Oljeitu Khodabande; The Sassanian religious center of Takht-e Soleiman (Solomon’s Throne); Bisotun\, with a 6th-century bas-relief surrounded by over a thousand lines of inscriptions in Elamite\, Babylonian\, and Old Persian; Susa’s Ardeshir’s Palace and archaeological mounds\, whose layers date from the 5th millennium B.C. to the 13th century A.D.; Choga Zanbil\, a 13th-century B.C. Elamite complex with a ziggurat; Yazd’s historic center and its traditional\, underground irrigation channels (qanats). \nIsfahan’s immense Meidan Emam (Royal Square) and Masjed-e Jame\, one of the world’s greatest mosques. Two full days in the capital city of Tehran for an introduction to the archaeology\, culture\, and history of the country with visits to several excellent museums and monuments. Na’in\, renowned for its carpet-making and fine early mosque; and Ardestan\, home to a large\, 10th-century Seljuk mosque. Two full days in Isfahan\, perhaps Iran’s most splendid city\, with glittering\, tiled domes that tower above wide\, shaded avenues and terraced gardens. Staying in the finest available accommodations\, with all meals included. Maximum of 16 participants.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/iran-the-ancient-land-of-persia/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230607
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220831T150154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T150154Z
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SUMMARY:Morocco: From the Desert to the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique look at the history\, architecture\, archaeology\, and art of Morocco in the company of Professor Emeritus Trevor Marchand and a professional national guide/tour manager. Explore the magnificent landscapes that helped form the country’s ancient and modern cultures\, from the wild Atlantic coast to the High Atlas Mountains\, dense cedar forests\,\nand vast Sahara Desert. It is a land of extraordinary contrasts\, and on this custom-designed itinerary you will visit all of the country’s best-known historic sites\, including six that are inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List\, as well as bustling casbahs\, medinas\, and souks.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/morocco-from-the-desert-to-the-sea/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230605
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220906T124011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T152121Z
UID:10006050-1685059200-1685923199@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Cruising Scotland to the Faroe Islands and Iceland-Pre & Post-tour options available!
DESCRIPTION:Travel with archaeologist Mary MacLeod Rivett and discover the myths and stories of the Nordic Vikings and the Gaels of Scotland\, from the misty peaks of Scotland to the rarely visited Faroe Islands and on through the “fire and ice” of Iceland. Cruising the North Atlantic Ocean from Glasgow\, Scotland\, to the remote Faroe Islands and then to Reykjavík\, Iceland\, you will enjoy the luxuries of the exclusively chartered\, five star Le Bellot small ship. On this new specially curated 10-day Cruising Scotland to the Faroe Islands and Iceland cruise you will explore the mighty Norse-Gael kingdom’s legendary impact on Scotland\, Iceland and the Faroe Islands. \nMain tour highlights include:\n• Cruising to the Isle of Iona the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland\, and stroll through the serene\, restored abbey and see the churchyard’s intricate Celtic crosses.\n• An excursion to the 5\,000-year-old Neolithic ruins of the Standing Stones of Callanish.\n• Visiting the village of Sumba and the Akraberg lighthouse to look for puffins\, kittiwakes\, gannets\, and migrating warblers.\n• Embarking on especially designed boats for a private cruise and the chance to touch ice blocks broken from Breidamerkurjőkull\, one of Vatnajőkoll’s glacier outlets.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/cruising-scotland-to-the-faroe-islands-and-iceland-pre-post-tour-options-available/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230611
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220817T130617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T183003Z
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SUMMARY:From Stonehenge to Carnac: Megaliths\, Monuments & Tombs of Wessex & Brittany
DESCRIPTION:Explore the extraordinary prehistoric sites of Wessex\, England\, and Brittany\, France with AIA lecturer and host Dr. Ian Tattersall. Amidst beautiful landscapes see world renowned\, as well as lesser known\, Neolithic and Bronze Age megaliths and monuments such as enigmatic rings of giant standing stones and remarkable chambered tombs.\nHighlights Include:\n• Stonehenge\, the world’s most famous megalithic site\, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with Avebury\, a unique Neolithic henge that includes Europe’s largest prehistoric stone circle.\n• Enigmatic chambered tombs such as West Kennet Long Barrow.\n• Carnac\, with more than 3\,000 prehistoric standing stones\, the world’s largest collection of megalithic monuments.\n• The uninhabited island of Gavrinis\, with a magnificent passage tomb that is lined with elaborately engraved\, vertical stones.\n• Several outstanding museum collections including prehistoric necklaces\, pendants\, polished stone axes\, and more.\n• The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mont-Saint-Michel\, an imposing abbey built on a tidal island.\n• Charming villages\, medieval churches\, and beautiful landscapes of coastlines and rolling hills.\n• The tour begins in London and ends in Paris! Arrive early and/or stay longer to explore these cities independently.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/from-stonehenge-to-carnac-megaliths-monuments-tombs-of-wessex-brittany/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230618
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220906T123059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T182415Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords with Pre & Post Tour Options
DESCRIPTION:Join AIA lecturer and host Colleen Batey on this magnificent cruise from Scotland to Norway visiting remote destinations forever linked by Viking heritage. Embark on the 5-star ship the Le Dumont-D’Urville as you cruise to these spectacular sites and attend a series of lectures given by Dr. Batey and a team of onboard experts. There is also a pre-tour option to Edinburgh and Glasgow and a post-tour option to Norway.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/scottish-isles-norwegian-fjords-with-pre-post-tour-options/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230729
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220902T151714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T152302Z
UID:10006038-1689552000-1690588799@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Hiking Scotland's North Highlands & Isle of Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Join archaeologist Mary MacLeod Rivett and a small group of like-minded travelers on this 12-day tour of Scotland’s remote north Highlands and the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Mostly we will explore off the well-beaten Highland tourist trail\, and along the way we will be treated to an abundance of archaeological and historical sites\, striking scenery – including high cliffs\, sea lochs\, sandy and rocky bays\, mountains\, and glens – and\, of course\, excellent hiking. Scotland’s long and varied history stretches back many thousands of years\, and archaeological remains ranging from Neolithic cairns and stone circles to Iron Age brochs (ancient dry stone buildings unique to Scotland)\, medieval castles\, and deserted clearance villages cover these landscapes. Seven of our touring days involve hikes of 4.5 to 6 miles per day\, and we will rest and reflect in comfortable hotels that extend Highland warmth and hospitality.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/hiking-scotlands-north-highlands-isle-of-lewis-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230811
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220902T151743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T152414Z
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SUMMARY:Hiking Scotland's Orkney & Shetland Islands
DESCRIPTION:This is the perfect opportunity to explore all that Scotland’s Northern Isles have to offer: prehistoric stone circles\, burial chambers\, and settlements; quaint villages; huge seabird colonies; and remarkable plant life—all amidst dramatic landscapes. This will be Scotland seen slowly\, with time for in-depth exploration at each site. The Orkney and Shetland islands have an amazing wealth of archaeological sites dating back 5\,000 years. Together the islands have more than 18\,000 known sites\, with new discoveries being made every year. This archaeological saga is worth the telling\, and nowhere else can the evidence be seen in more glorious a setting.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/hiking-scotlands-orkney-shetland-islands-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230917
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220928T144754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T152545Z
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SUMMARY:Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way
DESCRIPTION:This journey takes you through the archaeology\, history\, and landscapes of Ireland’s “Wild Atlantic Way\,” from south to north hugging the west coast of Ireland. Explore the breathtaking land and seascapes of the Dingle Peninsula\, County Kerry\, visiting off-the-beaten-track monuments from all periods of Irish history. Traveling northwards into the incredible karst limestone region of the Burren\, County Clare\, you will enjoy stunning cliff-top views out to the Atlantic and visit intriguing sites set in a unique geological and ecological landscape. We visit the largest of the remote Aran Islands\, to explore the most extraordinary 3\,000-year-old promontory fort of Dún Aonghasa and continue north to the dramatic landscape of the Connemara mountains. From here we head to County Sligo and Yeats Country\, where you will explore the lives and monuments of the first farmers in Ireland and walk in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims\, who in turn respected the traditions of even more ancient peoples. Travel in a small group and enjoy\nthe personal attention and service of a highly respected Irish academic lecturer/host and a charming tour manager\, plus several specialist guest guides.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/irelands-wild-atlantic-way/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Clever":MAILTO:aia@studytours.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230928
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220930T130851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T152741Z
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SUMMARY:France: The Reach of the Romans from Turin\, Italy to Nice\, France
DESCRIPTION:Join archaeologist Patrick Hunt on this exciting itinerary from Turin to Nice and discover how the ancient Gauls and Romans interacted with the landscapes and shaped the history and cultures of northern Italy and southern France. Together we will\ncross the Alps by high-speed train\, from Turin to Lyon.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/france-the-reach-of-the-romans-from-turin-italy-to-nice-france/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231003
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20221005T173842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T152844Z
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SUMMARY:Prehistoric Cave Art of Spain & France
DESCRIPTION:Travel with world-renowned archaeological author Paul Bahn\, a gifted and popular lecturer who regularly leads tours to study the prehistory of Spain and France\, including this program. Dr. Bahn will enhance your understanding of the sites with lectures and informal discussions. Investigate southwestern Europe’s most extraordinary prehistoric caves\, including Lascaux IV\, a new\, exact reproduction of one of the most remarkable prehistoric sites ever discovered; Altamira II\, a precise replica of the original that is often called the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art”; Atapuerca\, the most significant early human site in western Europe; Las Monedas Cave and Cueva del Castillo\, where 455 animal likenesses were painted and engraved some 22\,000-14\,000 years ago\, but other motifs such as hand stencils and red dots have been dated to more than 40\,000 years ago\, meaning that they may well have been made by Neanderthals; Cougnac\, which features paintings of extinct megaloceros and mammoth; Pech Merle\, known for its “negative handprints”; and others.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/prehistoric-cave-art-of-spain-france-4/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230120T192140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T192140Z
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SUMMARY:Minoan Crete & the Cycladic Islands
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to explore the island of Crete\, center of the Minoan civilization during the Bronze Age\, as well as the nearby Cycladic Islands of Santorini\, Mykonos\, and Delos. Marvel at the physical evidence of this first advanced civilization in Europe\, which created palace complexes\, stunning works of art\, a unique writing system called Linear A\, and an extensive trade network. You will stay in comfortable\, five-star hotels\, perfect for exploring or just relaxing\, with nine nights on Crete in the capital city of Heraklion and in the coastal town of Agios Nikolaos; plus two nights on whitewashed Santorini and two nights on chic Mykonos.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/minoan-crete-the-cycladic-islands/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20221205T162607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T190942Z
UID:10006782-1696204800-1697414399@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Vietnam & Cambodia: Cruising the Mekong River
DESCRIPTION:Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and host Joyce C. White will share insights with you throughout this journey. Dr. White has worked in Southeast Asian archaeology since the mid-1970s and currently directs a field-based archaeological research program in Laos that focuses on the history and prehistory of the Mekong Basin. She is co-director of the Middle Mekong Archaeological Project (MMAP) and Director of the University of Pennsylvania Museum’s Ban Chiang Project. Since 1987 Dr.\nWhite has been a researcher and associate curator at the Penn Museum\, and she is now adjunct Professor of Anthropology at the University of Pennsylvania. In 2013 she founded the Institute for Southeast Asian Archaeology (ISEAA)\, where she is currently its Executive Director. Dr. White has been a lecturer on seven previous tours to Laos\, Vietnam\, Cambodia\, Thailand\, and Myanmar\, including four times with the AIA on this very Mekong Princess program since 2016. During our trip\, she will discuss the culture\, history\, and prehistory of the Mekong River Basin\, the world’s twelfth longest river\, and the main artery for mainland Southeast Asia for communication\, trade\, and population movements for thousands of years. She will also discuss the ancient and historic trade networks that linked Southeast Asia to the rest of the Old World\, and the origins of Southeast Asian civilizations\, with a particular focus on the Khmer Empire. Her most popular lectures are about current archaeological research at Angkor\, and about her experience as an expert witness for a US Justice Department case on smuggling of Asian antiquities. Highlights include\, spending seven nights aboard the elegant MEKONG PRINCESS; Taking two full days to explore awe-inspiring ANGKOR\, including the mighty Angkor Wat; Attending a performance of APSARA\, a classical Khmer dance; Catching glimpses of the region’s unique RIVER VILLAGE lifestyle and Enjoying rides on local SAMPANS\, CYCLOS\, and TUK TUKS
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/vietnam-cambodia-cruising-the-mekong-river/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231012
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20221013T170200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T190951Z
UID:10006757-1696291200-1697068799@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Island Life in Ancient Greece and Turkey
DESCRIPTION:Journey with Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and congenial host Michael Hoff\, a classical archaeologist\, on this voyage in Greece and Turkey\, exploring the preserved treasures and mythical landscapes of the ancient Greco-Roman world. Cruise among fabled islands aboard the exclusively chartered\, five-star Le Bougainville. This elite small ship has only 92 suites and staterooms\, each with a private balcony\, and is able to moor in small ports of call inaccessible to larger vessels. Our epic program calls on Delos\, Mykonos\, Patmos\, Rhodes\, and Santorini-ancient destinations steeped in mythology and history. Cruise to Turkey’s sun-drenched coast to visit Ephesus\, the most spectacularly preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. On Greece’s mainland\, tour the scenic wonder of Meteora\, where 14th-and 15th-century Orthodox monasteries crown soaring sandstone cliffs.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/island-life-in-ancient-greece-and-turkey-pre-post-tour-options-also-available/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Clever":MAILTO:aia@studytours.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220930T134014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T191006Z
UID:10006694-1696291200-1697414399@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Sicily: Archaeology\, Art & Cuisine with extended tour in Malta
DESCRIPTION:Travel with archaeologist Jenifer Neils and discover several of most impressive Greek archaeological sites in the Mediterranean\, such as Agrigento\, Selinunte\, Segesta\, Morgantina\, and Syracuse. Admire spectacular\, sunlit landscapes of undulating vineyards and Mediterranean Sea vistas. See two of the finest examples of Norman architecture: Monreale Cathedral and the Royal Palace of Palermo (Palazzo dei Normanni). View extensive archaeological collections at several excellent museums. Choose to extend your trip for four nights to discover the renowned and extraordinary prehistoric monuments on the island of Malta\, October 14-18\, 2023.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sicily-archaeology-art-cuisine-with-extended-tour-in-malta/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20221019T135512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T191113Z
UID:10006151-1696636800-1697673599@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Cruising the Adriatic: The Best of Slovenia & Croatia
DESCRIPTION:I invite you to join Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and host Ivancica (Vanca) Schrunk aboard a modern\, 18-cabin yacht for an early autumn cruise along the spectacular coast of Croatia. Romans\, Byzantines\, Venetians\, Ottomans\, and Austrians have vied for control of this strategic coastline that is dotted with over 1\,000 islands. In a region well worth exploring for its natural beauty alone\, you will visit spellbinding archaeological sites\, impressive cathedrals\, dramatic palaces\, and ancient city centers. Begin the program in Slovenia’s capital city\, Ljubljana\, a city with roots back to Roman times. Discover magical Lake Bled\, monumental karst caves\, and mountain aeries before continuing to Pula\, Croatia\, to begin your seven-night Adriatic cruise from the Istrian Peninsula to Dubrovnik\, visiting Mali Lošinj\, Zadar\, Šibenik\, Krka National Park\, Split\, Hvar\, and Korcula along the way. A leisurely pace allows for free time in town to sample local cuisine and mingle with locals.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/cruising-the-adriatic-the-best-of-slovenia-croatia/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230908T134233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T190801Z
UID:10006970-1696672800-1696690800@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Spokane Archaeology Day
DESCRIPTION:The Spokane Society will have a table at Spokane Archeology Day\, along with other local organizations and the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. We will talk with visitors\, advertise the AIA\, promote the field of archaeology\, and the like.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/spokane-archaeology-day-3/
LOCATION:Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture\, 2316 West First Avenue\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catharine Roth":MAILTO:catharineroth@gmail.com
GEO:47.656836;-117.446873
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture 2316 West First Avenue Spokane WA 99201 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2316 West First Avenue:geo:-117.446873,47.656836
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20221104T133559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T191126Z
UID:10006765-1696809600-1698191999@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:The Best of Ancient Peru
DESCRIPTION:Travel and learn with AIA lecturer/host Gabriela Cervantes-Quequezana plus a professional tour manager and local guides. Your AIA lecturer will provide insights to spectacular archaeological sites from Peru’s many layers of ancient civilizations\, plus anthropological insights to the country’s diverse cultural traditions and ecosystems. This custom-designed\, 15-night itinerary is carefully paced with three nights each in Cuzco\, Chiclayo\, and Urubamba’s Sacred Valley; plus two nights each in Machu Picchu Pueblo\, Lima\, and Trujillo. Four of your six hotels are luxurious and the other two offer generous comfort.\nEnjoy in-depth explorations of many of the greatest archaeological sites in Peru: pyramids\, temples\, royal tombs\, and colonial churches; plus splendid museum collections. Peruvian cuisine is world renowned\, and you will enjoy many special meals. Our group is limited to a maximum of 15 guests.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/the-best-of-ancient-peru-5/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231011
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20231013T181710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T181710Z
UID:10007036-1696896000-1696982399@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Peru: Ancient Cultures of the Coast & Andes
DESCRIPTION:Join AIA Lectuer and Host Dr. Gabriela Cervantes-Quequezana who is a Peruvian anthropological archaeologist. She has done extensive field research through survey and excavations in several regions of Peru\, including the north\, south\, coast\,\nand highlands. Gabriela is the director of the Chira Archaeological Project\, which investigates local north coast societies like Tallán and the impact that expanding states such as Sicán and empires such as Chimú had on local communities. She researches ancient demographic patterns\, monumental and domestic architecture\, craft production of ceramics and metals\, gender dynamics and women in ancient societies\, economic inequality in the archaeological record\, and more. Gabriela led this AIA tour of Peru in 2023\, and looks forward to doing so again in 2024. Through illustrated lectures and informal discussions\, she will provide an understanding of the numerous ancient Peruvian societies whose sites we visit\, and the complex processes of adaption they each made in the many different ecological regions of Peru. This is sure to be an exciting and educational experience. \nHighlights include: \n– Your AIA lecturer will provide insights to spectacular archaeological sites from Peru’s many layers of ancient civilizations\, plus anthropological insights to the country’s diverse cultural traditions and ecosystems.\n– This custom-designed\, 15-night itinerary is carefully paced with three nights each in Cuzco\, Chiclayo\, and Urubamba’s Sacred Valley; plus two nights each in Machu Picchu Pueblo\, Lima\, and Trujillo.\n– Four of your six hotels are luxurious and the other two offer generous comfort  Enjoy in-depth explorations of many of the greatest archaeological sites in Peru: pyramids\, temples\, royal tombs\, and colonial churches; plus splendid museum collections.\n– Peruvian cuisine is world renowned\, and you will enjoy many special meals .
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/peru-ancient-cultures-of-the-coast-andes/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Sean Delaney":MAILTO:aia@studytours.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20220930T135134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T191251Z
UID:10006695-1696982400-1698019199@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:The Legacy of the Etruscans: Latium\, Umbria & Tuscany
DESCRIPTION:Discover the world of the ancient Etruscans\, a pre-Roman civilization that flourished in the area between Rome and Florence from at least the 7th century B.C. until they were conquered by the Romans in the 3rd century B.C. The extent of the impact that the Etruscans’ legacy had on the Greeks and Romans\, through to our contemporary world\, is still coming to light. Join Dr. Pieraccini and a small group of like-minded fellow travelers to explore and further understand the realm of the Etruscans.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/the-legacy-of-the-etruscans-latium-umbria-tuscany-3/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20221118T160158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T191238Z
UID:10006774-1697068800-1698451199@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Origins of Humans & Wine: Azerbaijan\, Georgia & Armenia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting trip back in time to explore early humankind and the ‘cradle of wine’ in the southern Caucasus. Learn about ancient winemaking techniques and sample the bounty of the region’s vineyards. Explore medieval towns and UNESCO World Heritage Sites\, including prehistoric through early Christian complexes. Enjoy Georgia’s famed hospitality\, wherein a ‘visitor is considered a gift from God.’ This is a region of extraordinary contrasts\, deep history\, and cultural diversity.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/origins-of-humans-wine-azerbaijan-georgia-armenia-3/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program,International Archaeology Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Clever":MAILTO:aia@studytours.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231121
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230405T135036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T183754Z
UID:10006840-1698883200-1700524799@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Oman & the UAE: Crossroads of the Indian Ocean & Arabian Gulf with optional\, pre-tour extension to Qatar!
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the cultural and geographical diversity of Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the company of seasoned study leader Trevor Marchand. Our custom-designed itinerary highlights ancient sites and historical monuments\, and helps illustrate how influential geography has been on the region’s history and how the region’s maritime history has linked it to elsewhere in Arabia and as far as Africa and southern Asia. Begin with three full days in the UAE. Still a little fishing village as of the 18th century\, Dubai was a center of pearl exports until the 1930s. Similarly\, Abu Dhabi was founded as a simple pearl and fishing village. After the discovery of oil in the Arabian Gulf\, Dubai became one of the wealthiest cities in the world\, and Abu\nDhabi was transformed into a luxurious modern metropolis and the capital of the UAE. But this region was settled many centuries earlier\, and we will observe how the old and the new co-exist in intriguing ways. Spend the balance of our time exploring Oman\, which dominated for centuries the maritime trade routes from Moorish Spain to Canton (modern-day Guangzhou\, China). Her seafaring merchants traded in such commodities of civilization as frankincense\, myrrh\, silk\, gold\, spices\, and coffee. Today\, Oman takes pride in sharing its rich history with visitors\, as demonstrated in its world-class museums. Altogether we will learn about these countries’ histories\, cultures\, art\, and architecture while witnessing their great geographical diversity\, from spectacular\ndeserts and wadis to pristine coastlines\, including a reserve for the endangered green sea turtle.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/oman-the-uae-crossroads-of-the-indian-ocean-arabian-gulf-with-optional-pre-tour-extension-to-qatar/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240126
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230301T164749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T183935Z
UID:10006819-1704758400-1706227199@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Archaeology in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
DESCRIPTION:Join archaeologist Barbara A. Porter and a small group of fellow travelers for this in-depth travel experience in Saudi Arabia. This will be Dr. Porter’s fourth tour of the country\, and you will also be accompanied by local guides and a tour manager. This tour opportunity allows us to see\, experience\, and learn about Saudi Arabia’s long history and rich culture\, and how both were influenced by its dramatic geography; and to become familiar with some of the archaeological research and sites that are being uncovered and shared with the world. Following historic trade and pilgrimage routes\, we will cross vast deserts\, see irrigated lands teeming with agriculture\, and enjoy scenic views with striking mountains and landscapes along the way.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/archaeology-in-the-kingdom-of-saudi-arabia/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240129
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230504T180059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T184425Z
UID:10006259-1705017600-1706486399@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Egypt Revisited
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to return to Egypt to experience this 17-day\, custom designed itinerary in the engaging company of Egyptologist Stephen Harvey plus an expert local Egyptology guide and a professional tour manager. This trio has been receiving accolades for many years.\nHighlights are many and varied:\n• Spend two full days visiting museums in Cairo (the new National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and the historic Egyptian Museum) OR two full days exploring Giza’s Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) if it is open.\n• Gain inside access to the Red Pyramid at Dahshur\, enter the burial chamber of the collapsed pyramid at Meidum\, and visit two mud-brick pyramids at the Fayoum Oasis.\n• Go behind-the-scenes at the ancient necropolis of Saqqara to see some of the new and remarkable excavations that are not open to the public\, including (pending final confirmation) special access to the recently discovered\, 5th-dynasty Tomb of Wah Ti.\n• Explore the necropoli of Beni Hasan\, known for its 39 rock-cut tombs with well-preserved paintings of dancing\, acrobatics\, juggling\, fishing\, hunting\, and weaving; and Tuna el-Gebel\, with huge catacombs for thousands of mummified ibises and baboons\,\nand much more.\n• Visit Tell el-Amarna\, which replaced Thebes (modern Luxor) as capital of Egypt under the heretic\, 18th-dynasty Pharaoh Akhenaton and was significant for its monotheism and distinctive artistic style.\n• Enjoy two in-depth visits to Abydos\, where Stephen Harvey has worked since 1993\, including visits to the spectacular Temple of Seti I\, with its invaluable “Abydos King List” and chapels with exquisite reliefs; and special access to the subterranean Osireion\n(symbolic tomb of Osiris)\, centered around a burial chamber that was once surrounded by water.\n• Enjoy luxurious or best-available accommodations throughout\, with two or three nights at each property.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/egypt-revisited-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230504T180613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T191814Z
UID:10006262-1705363200-1706831999@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Egypt Through The Ages
DESCRIPTION:This unique trip combines the very best of the ancient pharaonic sites with later Coptic (early Christian) and medieval Islamic sites. This is a luxurious\, in-depth\, small-group\, all-inclusive\, well-paced\, 17-day trip.\n• Learn with a distinguished and engaging Egyptian scholar plus one of Egypt’s most experienced tour managers/guides.\n• Travel with a maximum of just 16 guests plus your two leaders.\n• Enjoy the best accommodations\, including 11 nights at luxurious\, 5-star hotels in Giza\, Cairo\, Luxor\, and Aswan; and a three-night Nile cruise aboard a comfortable\, eight-cabin dahabiya (traditional Nile sail boat). \nHighlights include:\n• Touring the amazing Giza pyramids and Sphinx as well as Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser and recently discovered\, closed-to-the-public\, Tomb of Wah Ti.\n• Exploring spectacular museum collections in Cairo: the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization\, the Museum of Islamic Art\, and either the historic Egyptian Museum OR\, if it is open\, enjoy a full day at the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) in Giza.\n• Discovering with your experts one of the world’s greatest cities—Cairo\, the “City of 1\,000 Minarets.” See magnificent Islamic architecture spanning the Fatimid\, Mameluke\, Circassian\, Ayyubid\, and Ottoman periods.\n• Exploring the astounding temple complex of Karnak as well as Luxor Temple\, plus spectacular royal mortuary temples and tombs in the Valleys of the Kings and Queens\, such as those of Seti I and Nefertari.\n• Cruising the Nile from Esna to Aswan aboard an eight-cabin sail boat\, away from the convoys of large riverboats\, so that we visit remarkable temples without the typical crowds. From the spacious top deck\, observe timeless pastoral scenes of feluccas\,\nfarmers\, herders\, and village life.\n• Flying to Abu Simbel to visit the stunning and enormous rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari.\n• The option to extend your trip with the five-day\, post-tour extension to Wadi El Natrun and Alexandria. \nI hope that you will join our distinguished leaders to learn about “Egypt through the Ages.”
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/egypt-through-the-ages-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240129
DTSTAMP:20260415T192056
CREATED:20230324T161921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T191926Z
UID:10006837-1705708800-1706486399@www.archaeological.org
SUMMARY:Maya Pyramids & Temples of Yucatan
DESCRIPTION:This incredible nine-day holiday provides the best-paced itinerary available to see the sun-drenched Yucatán peninsula’s ancient sites\, traditional Maya villages\, and colonial architecture. Maya art and architecture abound\, with visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal\, plus Ek Balam\, Dzibilchaltun\, and more: iconic as well as off-the-beaten-path sites with soaring pyramids\, distinctive temple complexes\, and wonderful sculpture. There is free time to bird watch\, shop for crafts\, or\nrelax\, reflect\, and enjoy our excellent accommodations. Dr. Jeff Karl Kowalski is an expert on Maya art and architecture. He is a Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus at Northern Illinois University\, where he taught from 1982 to 2015\, after which he taught selected courses at Temple University. Professor Kowalski has worked for many years in the Maya region\, with an emphasis on the majestic site of Uxmal\, Yucatán\, as well as two seasons spent assisting with work at Copán\, Honduras. Uxmal’s impressive Nunnery Quadrangle palace group is the focus of his current research. Professor Kowalski has published extensively on the archaeology\, art\, and epigraphy of the Maya and their Mesoamerican neighbors
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/maya-pyramids-temples-of-yucatan-2/
CATEGORIES:AIA Tours / Travel Program
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