Topographic analysis and photo interpretation of historical and recent aerial images. A case study: the ancient civo settlement (Taviano - Le)

Abstract

This study presents the results of topographic research on the Salento territory with a particular focus on a settlement of Civo (Taviano - Le) through the use of the integrated aerial photographical study. The metodology used derives from the integration of survey data with analysis foto documentation from different periods (historical and recent aerial photos, vertical and oblique) with the aim of giving an explanation for historical archeological issues and instance of tutelage. The preliminary results show a complex situation that may be better understood with systematic and extensive technological investigations.