Magnetic and GPR surveys in Metsamor, Argištiḫinili and Zvartnost on the Ararat Plain, Armenia

Key Points

• Magnetic surveys uncovered burial structures in Metsamor, providing insights into ancient funerary practices.
• GPR successfully identified settlement structures at Argishtiḫinili and Zvartnots, revealing evidence of historical habitation.
• The study utilized advanced geophysical methods to explore archaeological sites on the Ararat Plain, enhancing our understanding of the area.
• These findings may enable further archaeological investigations, improving site preservation and exploration strategies in Armenia.