Riverbank archaeology

Riverbank archaeology involves studying human activity and artifacts found along river edges. Since rivers often preserved ancient sites and transported objects, archaeologists explore these areas to uncover clues about past societies, their tools, settlements, and ways of life. The water and sediments can both preserve and obscure evidence, so specialized techniques are used. This field helps us understand how humans interacted with rivers for transportation, resource gathering, and settlement, revealing important information about historical development and environmental changes over time.