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The rock art soundscapes of the Karakol valley  (Republic of Altai, Russia): An archaeoacoustic  study of a unique landscape

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This article explores the presence of shamanism in the Karakol valley, analysing its 
historical timeline from prehistoric to modern times. Scholarly opinions vary, suggesting 
origins from the Neolithic to the modern era, with clearer depictions emerging in the 
18th and 19th centuries. Acoustic tests conducted in four areas associated with shamanic 
practices revealed inconclusive results due to their location in an open-air environment. 
However, accounts of intense auditory experiences during shamanic rituals suggest 
that, even if acoustics may be used in some occasions, there are other alternative 
means of emotional control. It is argued that the lack of significant acoustic effects in 
the tested sites does not rule out the possibility of shamanic rituals. The discussion 
also delves into the representation of shamans in rock art and the interpretation of 
results from acoustic tests, considering factors like reverberation and sound clarity. 
This study highlights the complex interplay between shamanism, sensory experiences 
and ritualistic practices in ancient societies.

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Versió postprint del capítol 10 publicat a: https://doi.org/10.2307/jj.22361592.13

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Capítol 10 del llibre: Díaz-Andreu, M. & Santos da Rosa, N. (eds.) Exploring ancient sounds and places: theoretical and methodological approaches to archaeoacoustics, Oxford:Oxbow, 2024, pp. 207-238

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Llibres / Capítols de llibre (Història i Arqueologia)

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The rock art soundscapes of the Karakol valley  (Republic of Altai, Russia): An archaeoacoustic  study of a unique landscape