Cerro Jazmin Archaeological Project
Proyecto Arqueológico Cerro Jazmin (PACJ)
An archaeological project funded by the National Science Foundation and conducted at the ancient Mixtec site of Cerro Jazmin in Santa Maria Tiltepec and Santo Domingo Yanhuitlan, Oaxaca, Mexico. 2008-present
Mapping CJ
The initial seasons (2008-09) were devoted to systematically mapping the cultural remains visible at the surface at Cerro Jazmin. Over 1700 terraces were mapped and surface materials were recorded to learn about the city’s history of occupation and total size. We also conducted a geomorphological survey of the surrounding area to learn about the city’s immediate environmental impact.
2013-15 field seasons
In the initial seasons of excavation our team learned more about the history of occupation of the ancient city and about the occupational and construction sequences of some areas of monumental construction and residential terraces. From these excavations we defined a new ceramic type that is widely found at the site and we learned that the city had an important initial period of occupation starting by 300 B.C.E. up to 300 C.E.
2021-22 field seasons
The most recent season of excavation has focused on investigating the importance and functions that public spaces served in the ancient city.
We also investigated and looked for Late Classic and Early Postclassic occupations at the site to learn about how the people at CJ lived through, adapted, or changed their modes of subsistence during these times of climate change and political upheaval.
About CJAP team
Learn about the objectives of CJAP, the grants that support our work, and the people who are or have been part of the team.
About Me
Here I share more about my background and interests in archaeology.
Get In Touch
vperezrodriguez@albany.edu
(518) 442 4453
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Cerro Jazmin Archaeological Project (CJAP) 