Archaeological excavations of one of the most famous Trypil mega-settlements – “Talyanka” – have resumed in Cherkasy region. After a break of several years, researchers returned to this unique place to continue studying the traces of an ancient civilization. About the resumption of work reported in the State Historical and Cultural Reserve “Trypil Culture”.
At the beginning of June 2025, a new archaeological site was identified for research, located next to a large pottery kiln, which was an important discovery for scientists back in 2013. Students of the Faculty of History of the Uman Pedagogical University actively participated in the research.
Work continues in compliance with all professional archaeological standards. In particular, the profile edge of the excavation has already been formed, horizontal cleaning of the surface of the pit has been performed, and its southeastern border has been identified. The first results were not long in coming. Archaeologists have already come across fragments of Tryplian ceramics, which were most likely parts of dishes or ritual products. Such finds are important for understanding the lifestyle, culture and technical skills of the people of Tripoli.
The Talyanka settlement is one of the largest known metropolises of the Tripoli civilization. It is located on the territory of the Uman district of the Cherkasy region and occupies an area of more than 450 hectares. According to researchers’ estimates, at the time of its heyday (around the 5th-4th millennium BC), up to 15,000 people could live here – a number commensurate with the population of a modern small town.
Such scale and structure of the settlement prove that the Tryplian culture had a high level of organization, knew architecture, territory planning and production technologies. Findings of pottery kilns and traces of mass production of ceramic dishes, which testify to a developed economy and craftsmanship, are especially valuable.
Resumption of research in “Talyanki” is an important event for Ukrainian archaeology. It opens up new opportunities for revealing the history of our land, a deeper understanding of Tripoli culture, and preserving the heritage that is part of world civilization. This year’s excavations are expected to yield even more valuable artefacts and scientific discoveries that will allow for a more detailed reconstruction of the life, customs and achievements of one of Europe’s oldest peoples.
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