Cadastral field works on prehistoric mounds in the central part of the Tiszántúl region

Abstract

The aim of the present paper is to provide a comprehensive report on the cadastral works of mounds in the central part of Tiszantul (the region east of the Tisza River), taking the burial mounds of the Late Copper Age Yamnaya entity as a starting point. Theoretical and field research began around the beginning of the 19th century, and in the second half of the 20th century systematic site registration took place, mainly due to the so-called ‘Archaeological Sites of Hungary’ project. Later on national surveys and local initiatives were carried out, but they are of very different quality. In addition to the main characteristics and results of the creation of these cadastres, we also outline further scientific studies on mounds.