Alternate Definitions for Archaeoastronomy

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Term: Archaeoastronomy
Definition:

The study that deals with the astronomical knowledge of prehistoric peoples (season events, calendars, observing sites, astronomical alignments) and its influence on their cultures and societies (mythologies, religions, life). Archaeoastronomy covers the intersection between astronomy and archaeology.

Created 2023.04.16
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