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Michael Deniz YILMAZ
Samsun Ondokuz Mayis University, Classical Archaeology, Faculty Member
- Ankara University, Archaeology, Alumnusadd
- Ancient Roman Hydraulics, Roman aqueducts, Roman Technology, Roman engineering, Sextus Iulius Frontinus, Vitruvius, and 109 moreParium, Greek and Roman Colonization, Roman colonisation, Roman imperialism, Roman Empire, Roman History, Roman Army, Roman military archaeology, Roman navy, Roman imperial history, Roman Archaeology, Graeco-Roman Shipbuilding, Anatolian Archaeology, Cultural Change and Political Dominance (Hellenization, Romanization), Archaeology, Classical Archaeology, History, Inverted Siphon, Opus Caementicium, Roman Concrete, Roman mortars, Roman aqueducts and water supply, Hellenistic and Roman Asia Minor, Asia Minor, Roman Small Finds, Troas Region, Troas, Troad, Opus signinum, Roman Fresco Painting, History of Late Classical and Hellenistic Asia Minor, Hellenistic History, Ancient Greek History, Greek Archaeology, Aegean Archaeology, Roman Republic, Roman social history, Athenian Democracy, Roman Art, Roman Architecture, Roman Asia Minor, Archaeology of Mediterranean Trade, Archaic Greek history, Ancient Warfare, Archaic Greece, Roman Glass, Delian League, History of Water Supply, Water Supply Engineering, Roman Water Supply (Archaeology), Ancient Water Technology, Ancient water systems, Ancient Water Management, Ancient water technologies, Ancient agriculture, Water and wastewater in ancient civilizations, Mysia, Black Sea and Thracia and Propontis, Thracia, Ancient Sanitation-Latrines, Roman Latrines, Parion, Roman spectacles: venationes, Gladiators and the Arena Games, Naumachia, Roman Urbanism, Roman Settlement, Roman water management, Ancient Cistern Technology, Roman Architecture and Urbanism, Cisterns (Archaeology), Ancient Urban Planning, Aqueducts, Roman Nymphaeum, Greek and Roman Art and Architecture, Ancient Fishing, Historical Geography, Uses of Water In Roman Times, X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Spectroscopy, Archaeometry, Classical Mythology, Ancient Greek Mythology, Greek mythology, Greek Mythology and Rites, Greco-Roman Mythology, Ancient technology, Ancient construction (Archaeology), Ancient Agriculture & Farming (Archaeology), Ancient Technology (Archaeology), Ancient wells, Roman Sewers, Roman Toilets, Cultural Studies, Architecture, Art History, Research Methodology, Archaic Period, Greek Vases and Terracottas of the Archaic to Hellenistic Periods, Wares of the Archaic Periods, Blacksea Archaeology, Black Sea region, Black Sea Region Archaeology, Black Sea ancient history and archaeology, Akalan, Greek History, Ancient History, Ancient Greek Religion, Greek Epigraphy, Anatolian Studies, and Anatolian Historyedit
- Ankara University, Archaeology (BA) 2012 Ondokuz Mayıs University, Archaeology (MA) 2015 Atatürk University, Classic... moreAnkara University, Archaeology (BA) 2012
Ondokuz Mayıs University, Archaeology (MA) 2015
Atatürk University, Classical Archaeology (PhD) 2021
İstanbul University, Occupational Safety and Heatlh (AS) ...edit
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Linon (Linum) is an ancient settlement located between Parion and Priapos on the Asiatic shore of the Marmara Sea (Propontis). Although little is known about Linon, ancient texts refer to the settlement being a dependency of Parion. This... more
Linon (Linum) is an ancient settlement located between Parion and Priapos on the Asiatic shore of the Marmara Sea (Propontis). Although little is known about Linon, ancient texts refer to the settlement being a dependency of Parion. This article concerns the Λινούσιοι Κοχλίαι (Linusian Snails) which are mentioned in ancient texts without a full description regarding them being provided other than that these snails are declared to be “delicious” and the “best in the world”. Although it has not been determined whether the Linusian snails are marine or terrestrial snails, this paper utilising information gained from ancient texts, as well as modern archaeological reports and interviews with locals, particularly with local fishermen and attempts to indentify the Linusian Snails. The interviews and site trips taken indicate that there are two possibilities amongst modern snail shells found in the region; namely the Tonna galea and the Rapana venosa. In order to evaluate this information regarding Linon, related information from nearby settlements was also consulted as part of the method employed in this work.
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Parion, a colony founded in 709 BC, is located on the Anatolian bank of the Propontis. It was a significant littoral city and accommodated two harbours. The ancient city’s location and riches are now the heritage of the modern day Kemer... more
Parion, a colony founded in 709 BC, is located on the Anatolian bank of the Propontis. It was a significant littoral city and accommodated two harbours. The ancient city’s location and riches are now the heritage of the modern day Kemer Village of Biga Municipality, Çanakkale Province, which is a fishing village. The city was a polis until the period of Roman rule, and many ancient writers mentioned different aspects of the polis. One of these aspects is the seafood procured and processed in Parion. At Parion, a range of seafood (from fish and salted fish to crabs and oysters) is attested through ancient writers, archaeological evidence and epigraphic sources.
The intention of this paper will be to approach ancient fishing by examining the archaeological material related to the procuring, processing, and production of the aforementioned marine species. It will evaluate the marine species and fishing techniques described in modern Turkish, Greek, and Latin in order to identify the modern definition of these species. It also will aim to establish ancient production techniques. Evidence related to this topic is drawn from ancient writings, archaeological evidences and epigraphic evidences. Consequently, this paper aims to establish the place, techniques, and diversity of fishing in Parion, contributing to the disciplines of archaeology, economy, sociology and biology.
The intention of this paper will be to approach ancient fishing by examining the archaeological material related to the procuring, processing, and production of the aforementioned marine species. It will evaluate the marine species and fishing techniques described in modern Turkish, Greek, and Latin in order to identify the modern definition of these species. It also will aim to establish ancient production techniques. Evidence related to this topic is drawn from ancient writings, archaeological evidences and epigraphic evidences. Consequently, this paper aims to establish the place, techniques, and diversity of fishing in Parion, contributing to the disciplines of archaeology, economy, sociology and biology.
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Parion, a colony of Paros, and (?) Miletos as well as Erythrai was founded in 709 BC on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis. Today the ancient city is located within the borders of Kemer Village in the Biga Municipality of Çanakkale... more
Parion, a colony of Paros, and (?) Miletos as well as Erythrai was founded in 709 BC
on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis. Today the ancient city is located within the borders of Kemer Village in the Biga Municipality of Çanakkale Province, Turkey. The Parianoi, are known to have rejoiced for hosting a number of famous statues within their city. Information regarding these sculptures is given by ancient authors. Sadly no archaeological evidence of the art work which decorated Parion in antiquity has been found so far. Works fashioned of bronze or marble were created for Parion by renowned Greek sculptors: Hegesias, Euphranor and Praxiteles. In one case, the statue of Eros by Praxiteles, Parian marble was used. In the article, literary evidence regarding the sculptures is examined, combined with evidence from archaeological context of Parion.
on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis. Today the ancient city is located within the borders of Kemer Village in the Biga Municipality of Çanakkale Province, Turkey. The Parianoi, are known to have rejoiced for hosting a number of famous statues within their city. Information regarding these sculptures is given by ancient authors. Sadly no archaeological evidence of the art work which decorated Parion in antiquity has been found so far. Works fashioned of bronze or marble were created for Parion by renowned Greek sculptors: Hegesias, Euphranor and Praxiteles. In one case, the statue of Eros by Praxiteles, Parian marble was used. In the article, literary evidence regarding the sculptures is examined, combined with evidence from archaeological context of Parion.
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Parion, being founded as a Greek colony in 709 BC and then following the historical process of passing through the auspices of various powers became a Roman colony in the 1st century BC. The city is known to have become a christian... more
Parion, being founded as a Greek colony in 709 BC and then following the historical process of passing through the auspices of various powers became a Roman colony in the 1st century BC. The city is known to have become a christian society during the Late Roman/East Roman (Byzantine) Period and even a bishopric in the Byzantine Period.
Although christianity is a religion which emerged in the 1st century AD it did not immediately reach the mass populace until the religion became the state religion of the Romans in the 4th century AD. The major reason for christianity having been unable to reach the mass populace was the oppression suffered by christianity and followers of the belief: the christians. During and after the period of oppression some people who became martyrs by sacrificing themselves for their belief, or made relative miracles or lived a pius life and thereby set an example for others, were declared “saints”. For each saint there was a commemorative day: this day was either the day of the saints meeting their creator or the day they were declared a saint. It is believed that each saint had some unique powers. The lives and experiences of “saints” are made in to stories and retold along with their powers throughout generations.
Doubtlessly christians worthy of the title “saint” were present in Parion, within this work information regarding these individuals as well as the bishops and archbishops will be presented with some conclusions regarding the christian community of Parion.
Although christianity is a religion which emerged in the 1st century AD it did not immediately reach the mass populace until the religion became the state religion of the Romans in the 4th century AD. The major reason for christianity having been unable to reach the mass populace was the oppression suffered by christianity and followers of the belief: the christians. During and after the period of oppression some people who became martyrs by sacrificing themselves for their belief, or made relative miracles or lived a pius life and thereby set an example for others, were declared “saints”. For each saint there was a commemorative day: this day was either the day of the saints meeting their creator or the day they were declared a saint. It is believed that each saint had some unique powers. The lives and experiences of “saints” are made in to stories and retold along with their powers throughout generations.
Doubtlessly christians worthy of the title “saint” were present in Parion, within this work information regarding these individuals as well as the bishops and archbishops will be presented with some conclusions regarding the christian community of Parion.
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Propontis (Sea of Marmara), by being located between the Aigaion Pelagos (Aegean Sea) and Euxinos Pontos (Black Sea) as the Hellespontos and Boshorus, is considered as a “mid sea”. And as a result of its geographic situation, holds a... more
Propontis (Sea of Marmara), by being located between the Aigaion Pelagos (Aegean Sea) and Euxinos Pontos (Black Sea) as the Hellespontos and Boshorus, is considered as a “mid sea”. And as a result of its geographic situation, holds a significant place for the trade between the Aigaion Pelagos (Aegean Sea), Pontus Euxinos and further regions. Important information regarding the trade conducted and the traded goods in this sea is gained from ancient sources as well as shipwrecks belonging to trade vessels. In the waters between the ancient cities of Parion (Kemer) and Priapos (Karabiga) located on the southern shores of the Propontis fishers (and previously sponge divers) are known to have come across historical artifacts under the sea and in some circumstances to have taken these artifacts. These items are sometimes reported to the museums or to nearby excavations. Among these shipwreck finds, terracotta water pipes from the antiquity are known to exist. This presentation’s objective is to present a detailed depiction of these terracotta water pipes which are a proof of the trade for these items in Propontis.
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Parion, a colony founded on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis in the Troas Region, similar to most colony cities was founded on a cape overlooking trade routes and adjacent to a fertile hinterland and a water source. The water sources,... more
Parion, a colony founded on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis in the Troas Region, similar to most colony cities was founded on a cape overlooking trade routes and adjacent to a fertile hinterland and a water source. The water sources, the vitalizing rivers are of the utmost importance. Two rivers are known in Parion: the Hermotos and Rhesos. These two rivers which by granting the Parianoi water to drink and fish to eat along with providing fertile agricultural lands (through feeding the plains either by irrigation channels or in a natural manner) have directly effected and ensured life in Parion. This paper aims to re-establish the ancient knowledge regarding rivers as the source of the water required by the city by referring to ancient geographical and hydrographical information provided by ancient and modern sources for Parion as well as the ancient world.
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Parion, a colony founded on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis in the Troas Region, similar to most colony cities was founded on a cape overlooking trade routes, adjacent to a fertile hinterland and a water source. The water sources the... more
Parion, a colony founded on the Asiatic shore of the Propontis in the Troas Region, similar to most colony cities was founded on a cape overlooking trade routes, adjacent to a fertile hinterland and a water source. The water sources the vitalizing rivers are of the utmost importance. Two rivers are known in Parion: the Hermotos and Rhesos. These two rivers which by granting the Parianoi water to drink and fish to eat along with fertile agricultural lands (through feeding the plains by irrigation channels or in a natural manner) have directly effected and ensured life in Parion.
This paper aims to establish the ancient knowledge regarding rivers as the source of the water required by the city by referring to ancient geographical and hydrographical information provided by ancient and modern sources for Parion as well as the ancient world.
This paper aims to establish the ancient knowledge regarding rivers as the source of the water required by the city by referring to ancient geographical and hydrographical information provided by ancient and modern sources for Parion as well as the ancient world.
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Spectacles performed in the theatres of the Roman cities were of importance for the general public as well as for the benefactors of these events. Within the theatres water spectales, gladiatorial and beast combats were performed along... more
Spectacles performed in the theatres of the Roman cities were of importance for the general public as well as for the benefactors of these events. Within the theatres water spectales, gladiatorial and beast combats were performed along with drama acts. For gladiatorial combats amphitheatres are known to have been built within the empire although in geographical locations such as Greece and Asia Minor where Greek influence and theatre culture had flourished before the Roman Empire’s conquest very few amphitheatres were built. Instead theatres were altered in architecture or built to be multi-functional structures of entertainment.
Parion’s theatre is thought to have been built during the Flavian Period in the late 1st century AD and was altered/renovated several times during the second half of the 2nd century and the early 3rd century AD. Having water discharge related components installed in the orchestra, hyposcaeneium and the versura suggests that Parion’s theatre was used as a multi-functional theatre. A further hint of the theatre being a multi-funtional entertainment structure is the gladiatorial combat and venatio (beast combat and displays) related graffiti.
This work intends to introduce the water system of the theatre of Parion and evaluate the system along with some architectural aspects of the theatre. Understanding the purpose of these water systems with regard to theatrical spectacles is another intent of this work.
Parion’s theatre is thought to have been built during the Flavian Period in the late 1st century AD and was altered/renovated several times during the second half of the 2nd century and the early 3rd century AD. Having water discharge related components installed in the orchestra, hyposcaeneium and the versura suggests that Parion’s theatre was used as a multi-functional theatre. A further hint of the theatre being a multi-funtional entertainment structure is the gladiatorial combat and venatio (beast combat and displays) related graffiti.
This work intends to introduce the water system of the theatre of Parion and evaluate the system along with some architectural aspects of the theatre. Understanding the purpose of these water systems with regard to theatrical spectacles is another intent of this work.
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Spectacles performed in the theatres of the Roman cities were of importance for the general public as well as for the benefactors of these events. Within the theatres water spectales, gladiatorial and beast combats were performed along... more
Spectacles performed in the theatres of the Roman cities were of importance for the general public as well as for the benefactors of these events. Within the theatres water spectales, gladiatorial and beast combats were performed along with drama acts. For gladiatorial combats amphitheatres are known to have been built within the empire although in geographical locations such as Greece and Asia Minor where Greek influence and theatre culture had flourished before the Roman Empire’s conquest very few amphitheatres were built. Instead theatres were altered in architecture or built to be multi-functional structures of entertainment.
Parion’s theatre is thought to have been built during the Flavian Period in the late 1st century AD and was altered/renovated several times during the second half of the 2nd century and the early 3rd century AD. Having water discharge related components installed in the orchestra, hyposcaeneium and the versura suggests that Parion’s theatre was used as a multi-functional theatre. A further hint of the theatre being a multi-funtional entertainment structure is the gladiatorial combat and venatio (beast combat and displays) related graffiti.
This work intends to introduce the water system of the theatre of Parion and evaluate the system along with some architectural aspects of the theatre. Understanding the purpose of these water systems with regard to theatrical spectacles is another intent of this work.
Parion’s theatre is thought to have been built during the Flavian Period in the late 1st century AD and was altered/renovated several times during the second half of the 2nd century and the early 3rd century AD. Having water discharge related components installed in the orchestra, hyposcaeneium and the versura suggests that Parion’s theatre was used as a multi-functional theatre. A further hint of the theatre being a multi-funtional entertainment structure is the gladiatorial combat and venatio (beast combat and displays) related graffiti.
This work intends to introduce the water system of the theatre of Parion and evaluate the system along with some architectural aspects of the theatre. Understanding the purpose of these water systems with regard to theatrical spectacles is another intent of this work.
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Parion, being founded as a Greek colony in 709 BC and then following the historical process of passing through the auspices of various powers became a Romancolony in the 1st century BC. The city is known to have become a christian society... more
Parion, being founded as a Greek colony in 709 BC and then following the historical process of passing through the auspices of various powers became a Romancolony in the 1st century BC. The city is known to have become a christian society during the Late Roman/East Roman (Byzantine) Period and even a bishopric in theByzantine Period.
Although christianity is a religion which emerged in the 1st century AD it did not immediately reach the mass populace until the religion became the state religion of theRomans in the 4th century AD. The greatest reason for christianity having been unable to reach a mass populace was the oppression suffered by christianity and followersof the belief: the christians. During and after the period of oppression some people who became martyrs by sacrificing themselves for their belief, or made relativemiracles or lived a pius life and thereby set an example for others, were declared “saints”. For each saint there was a commemorative day: this day was either the day of the saints meeting their creator or the day they were declared a saint. It is believed that each saint had some unique powers. The lives and experiences of “saints” aremade in to stories and retold along with their powers throughout generations.
Doubtlessly christians worthy of the title “saint” were present in Parion, within this work information regarding these individuals will be presented with some conclusions regarding the christian community of Parion
Although christianity is a religion which emerged in the 1st century AD it did not immediately reach the mass populace until the religion became the state religion of theRomans in the 4th century AD. The greatest reason for christianity having been unable to reach a mass populace was the oppression suffered by christianity and followersof the belief: the christians. During and after the period of oppression some people who became martyrs by sacrificing themselves for their belief, or made relativemiracles or lived a pius life and thereby set an example for others, were declared “saints”. For each saint there was a commemorative day: this day was either the day of the saints meeting their creator or the day they were declared a saint. It is believed that each saint had some unique powers. The lives and experiences of “saints” aremade in to stories and retold along with their powers throughout generations.
Doubtlessly christians worthy of the title “saint” were present in Parion, within this work information regarding these individuals will be presented with some conclusions regarding the christian community of Parion
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Parion, a colony founded in 709 BC, located on the Anatolian bank of the Propontis is a significant littoral city which accomodated two harbours. The ancient city’s location and riches are now the heritage of the modern day Kemer Village... more
Parion, a colony founded in 709 BC, located on the Anatolian bank of the Propontis is a significant littoral city which accomodated two harbours. The ancient city’s location and riches are now the heritage of the modern day Kemer Village of Biga Municipality, Çanakkale Province, which is a fishing village. The city being a polis until the Roman sovereignty was mentioned by many ancient writers regarding its different aspects. One of the aspects which is made mention of is the marine food procured and processed in Parion. Marine food attested in Parion through ancient writers, archaeological evidence and epigraphic sources range from fish and salted fish to crabs and oysters.
The intention of this paper will be to approach ancient fishing by the archaeological material related to the procuring, processing and production of the aforementioned marine food species along with evaluating the species and techniques used with the modern Turkish and Greek terminology and techniques of fishing in order to establish the species known to mankind today, together with establishing the production techniques. Material regarding this paper are the ancient writings, archaeological evidences and epigraphic evidences related to the topic. Consequently this paper is aimed to establish the place, techniques and diversity of fishing in Parion; regarding the disciplines of archaeology, economy, sociology and biology.
The intention of this paper will be to approach ancient fishing by the archaeological material related to the procuring, processing and production of the aforementioned marine food species along with evaluating the species and techniques used with the modern Turkish and Greek terminology and techniques of fishing in order to establish the species known to mankind today, together with establishing the production techniques. Material regarding this paper are the ancient writings, archaeological evidences and epigraphic evidences related to the topic. Consequently this paper is aimed to establish the place, techniques and diversity of fishing in Parion; regarding the disciplines of archaeology, economy, sociology and biology.
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Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı’nın 10 Haziran 2016 Tarih ve 111054 Sayılı ruhsatnamesine göre Parion kazısı 2016 yılı çalışmaları, 12 akademisyen, 9 arkeolog, 2 mimar, 8 restoratör- konservatör, 23 arkeoloji öğrencisi ve 18 işçiden oluşan bir... more
Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı’nın 10 Haziran 2016 Tarih ve 111054 Sayılı
ruhsatnamesine göre Parion kazısı 2016 yılı çalışmaları, 12
akademisyen, 9 arkeolog, 2 mimar, 8 restoratör- konservatör, 23 arkeoloji
öğrencisi ve 18 işçiden oluşan bir ekip tarafından, 13 Temmuz- 06 Eylül
2016 tarihleri arasında Bakanlığımıza sunulan kazı programı çerçevesinde,
güney nekropolis, tiyatro, odeion, Roma hamamı, yamaç hamamı, agora ve
dükkânlar, su kemeri, su kuyusu 1, oda mezarlar ve mozaikli yapı olmak
üzere, antik kentin 10 ayrı bölgesinde gerçekleştirilmiş olup, 487 kalem etütlük
ve 15 adet envanterlik eser ortaya çıkarılmıştır.
ruhsatnamesine göre Parion kazısı 2016 yılı çalışmaları, 12
akademisyen, 9 arkeolog, 2 mimar, 8 restoratör- konservatör, 23 arkeoloji
öğrencisi ve 18 işçiden oluşan bir ekip tarafından, 13 Temmuz- 06 Eylül
2016 tarihleri arasında Bakanlığımıza sunulan kazı programı çerçevesinde,
güney nekropolis, tiyatro, odeion, Roma hamamı, yamaç hamamı, agora ve
dükkânlar, su kemeri, su kuyusu 1, oda mezarlar ve mozaikli yapı olmak
üzere, antik kentin 10 ayrı bölgesinde gerçekleştirilmiş olup, 487 kalem etütlük
ve 15 adet envanterlik eser ortaya çıkarılmıştır.
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2016 yılı içerisinde Kemer Köyü su deposuna, su getiren borularının patlaması sonucunda boru hattının tamiri sırasında, birisi Klasik Döneme ikisi ise Hellenistik Döneme tarihli toplam üç adet lahit mezar ele geçmiştir. Söz konusu... more
2016 yılı içerisinde Kemer Köyü su deposuna, su getiren borularının patlaması
sonucunda boru hattının tamiri sırasında, birisi Klasik Döneme ikisi ise
Hellenistik Döneme tarihli toplam üç adet lahit mezar ele geçmiştir. Söz konusu
lahitlerin çıktığı bölgede Çanakkale Arkeoloji Müzesi uzmanları kurtarma kazısı
gerçekleştirmiştir. Lahitlerin ele geçtiği parsel Parion Antik Kenti sit sınırlarının
yaklaşık olarak 100 m dışında kalmaktadır. Bu durumun sonuncunda kazı
başkanlığı olarak sit sınırların yeniden irdelenmesi ve kentin arkeojeofizik
haritasının çıkartılmasının için bu çalışma gerçekleştirilmiştir
sonucunda boru hattının tamiri sırasında, birisi Klasik Döneme ikisi ise
Hellenistik Döneme tarihli toplam üç adet lahit mezar ele geçmiştir. Söz konusu
lahitlerin çıktığı bölgede Çanakkale Arkeoloji Müzesi uzmanları kurtarma kazısı
gerçekleştirmiştir. Lahitlerin ele geçtiği parsel Parion Antik Kenti sit sınırlarının
yaklaşık olarak 100 m dışında kalmaktadır. Bu durumun sonuncunda kazı
başkanlığı olarak sit sınırların yeniden irdelenmesi ve kentin arkeojeofizik
haritasının çıkartılmasının için bu çalışma gerçekleştirilmiştir