Archaeological exploration in forest areas - methodological contribution in the field of research of the Salobo Project

Abstract

Between 2003 and 2006, an archaeological survey in the Salobo Project - PA was developed by the Paraense Emilio Goeldi Museum in order to identify and assess the impacts of the implementation of mining activities of VALE Company to the archaeological heritage as well as measures to indicate their preservation or rescue. This article aims to present the methodology of archaeological survey used for the identification of archaeological remains in the National Forest Tapirapé – Aquiri (FLONATA), municipality of Marabá / PA, which will be affected by the implementation of this mine. This experience should stimulate discussions about the scope and limits of the approach presented, which resulted in the identification of 22 archaeological sites and 5 events.