TOWNS OF THE GOLDEN HORDE ERAIN THE LOWER REACHES OF THE SYR DARYA RIVER:HISTORIOGRAPHY, SOME RESULTS AND PROSPECTS

Аннотация

The medieval archaeology of the lower reaches of the Syrdarya has been little studied and highlighted in the scientific works of domestic and foreign researchers. In the 40-60s of the 20th c., the Khorezm archaeological and ethnographic expedition conducted the first exploratory research of the towns of Zhent, Kesken Kuyuk Kala, which allowed obtaining materials only from the Oghuz period. That is why these studies could not fully reflect the boundaries of the spread of urban culture of the lower reaches of the Syrdarya. Therefore, in the article we will group and systematize the sites characteristic of the Golden Horde epoch, we will focus on the history of their research, as well as the performed archaeological works.
The article also discusses archaeological excavations and works related to the museumification of sites. The creation of an open-air museum is the only way to create optimal conditions for the preservation of an archaeological site. The museumification of archaeological heritage makes it possible to evaluate archaeological sites from a new perspective and develop the tourism industry using historical and cultural heritage monuments in accordance with the requirements of modern society. Currently, the use of archaeological sites is not limited only to excavations; the materials obtained can also be used for the development of education, culture and tourism. In addition, the article describes the expected future results of this study.