Outils stratégiques et techniques pour la conservation des sites archéologiques en terre

The State Historical and Cultural Park 'Ancient Merv' presents a unique record of urban settlement spanning four millennia, with its cities and monuments offering unparalleled insights into architectural evolution, technological advancements, and cultural exchanges along the Silk Road. The site's significance lies in its preserved Bronze Age centers, Seljuk mausolea—including the masterpiece Mausoleum of Sultan Sanjar—and characteristic corrugated mudbrick structures, all vulnerable to ecological change. Strategic conservation efforts, documented since the late 19th century, highlight Merv's role as a technological and intellectual hub, associated with figures like Omar Khayyam and Yaqut al-Khamavi. The study emphasizes the need for urgent preservation due to irreversible environmental impacts.

Sadozaï, C., & Gandreau, D. (2020). Outils stratégiques et techniques pour la conservation des sites archéologiques en terre. Chantiers et Matériaux de Construction, 255–267. https://doi.org/10.4000/books.momeditions.9832