Crafting crossroads in Zagori (north-west Greece): Ottoman-era archaeology through a workshop in vernacular architecture

A reconstructed nineteenth-century cobbled pathway in the village of Aristi, Zagori, offers new insights into Ottoman-era material culture and settlement archaeology. This small-scale restoration project demonstrates how integrating archaeological practices with vernacular architecture can deepen our understanding of historical landscapes without disrupting their lived experience. The study highlights the potential of such workshops to bridge gaps in Ottoman-era research, providing tangible evidence of past craftsmanship and settlement dynamics.

Moudopoulos-Athanasiou, F., Sklavounos, I., & Koutropoulos, G. (2024). Crafting crossroads in Zagori (north-west Greece): Ottoman-era archaeology through a workshop in vernacular architecture. Antiquity, 98(401). https://doi.org/10.15184/aqy.2024.134