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巴基斯坦斯瓦特河谷的布特卡拉遗址发现公元前3世纪珍贵文物
摘要: 考古学家在斯瓦特布特卡拉遗址发现珍贵文物斯瓦特：一支由意大利和巴基斯坦考古学家组成的联合团队，以及巴基斯坦多所大学的学生，在明戈拉附近的布特卡拉佛教圣地发现了一批珍贵古代文物，包括钱币、器皿和经文。这一重要发现源于近期由威尼斯大学助理教授、意大利斯瓦特考古代表团副团长埃丽莎·伊奥里（Elisa Iori）博士领导的发掘活动。关键发现在出土 ...
考古学家在斯瓦特布特卡拉遗址发现珍贵文物
斯瓦特：一支由意大利和巴基斯坦考古学家组成的联合团队，以及巴基斯坦多所大学的学生，近日在明戈拉附近的布特卡拉佛教圣地发现了一批珍贵文物，包括古钱币、器皿和经书。
这一重要发现源于近期由威尼斯大学助理教授、意大利斯瓦特考古代表团副团长埃莉萨·伊奥里博士主持的考古发掘项目。其中最引人注目的当属一件刻有佉卢文的足形护身符，这一独特文物的出土为解读该地区历史增添了新的维度。
除护身符外，团队还发掘出可追溯至公元一世纪的塞迦-帕提亚时期钱币，以及孔雀王朝时期的文物。专家指出，这些发现将深化学界对布特卡拉圣地历史价值的认知——该遗址始建于公元前三世纪的孔雀王朝时期，曾是重要的佛教圣所。
考古人员还揭示了与圣地最早佛塔相对应的地层结构，为研究建筑群的历史演变提供了新线索。此外，确认詹比尔溪流古代洪水事件的地层证据，为还原区域古环境提供了关键信息。
伊奥里博士对持续进行的考古工作充满期待："我们的工作远未结束，相信后续发掘会带来更多突破性发现。"来自旁遮普大学的考古队员扎伊纳布·萨布里难掩激动之情，刚完成犍陀罗艺术硕士研究的她表示，参与布特卡拉现场发掘是圆梦之旅。
开伯尔-普赫图赫瓦省考古部门的纳西尔·哈塔克强调，该部门深度参与了发掘记录工作："最新出土的重要建筑结构令人振奋。"作为犍陀罗艺术研究的核心遗址，布特卡拉一号的持续发掘有望为区域文化遗产研究开启新篇章。
（本文发表于2025年2月14日《黎明报》）
以上文字由deepseek翻译
SWAT: A joint team of Italian and Pakistani archaeologists, along with students of Pakistani universities, has discovered a treasure trove of ancient artefacts including coins, utensils and scriptures at the Buddhist sanctuary of Butkara near Mingora.
This important discovery was made during a recent excavation campaign led by Dr Elisa Iori, an assistant professor at University of Venice and deputy director of Italian Archaeological Mission in Swat.
Among the significant finds was an amulet shaped like a foot, inscribed with Kharosthi language. The amulet was discovered at the site, adding a fascinating layer to the historical understanding of the area.
In addition to the amulet, the team uncovered Saka Parthian-era coins dating back to the first century CE, as well as artefacts from the Mauryan dynasty.
Experts say it will enhance understanding about the region’s heritage
These findings suggest that the Butkara sanctuary, which was built in the third century BCE during the Mauryan dynasty, was an important Buddhist sacred site.
Archaeologists have also uncovered a layer that corresponds to the first stupa of the sanctuary, shedding new light on the structure’s historical development. Furthermore, a layer confirming a flood event in the Jambil stream was unearthed, offering crucial insights into the region’s ancient environmental conditions.
Dr Iori expressed optimism that the ongoing excavation campaign would continue to yield more valuable information and discoveries. “Our work is far from over, and we are hopeful that further excavations will reveal additional key findings,” she said.
Zainab Sabri, an MPhil scholar from Punjab University and a member of the excavation team, shared her excitement about the opportunity to work at Butkara 1. Having recently completed her MPhil research on Gandhara Art, Sabri described the experience as a dream come true.
“Taking part in the live excavation has provided us with invaluable knowledge and enhanced our skills. Such opportunities are essential for students. I am grateful to the Italian mission for offering us this chance,” she said.
Nasir Khattak from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Archaeology Department highlighted the department’s active role in supporting the excavation efforts. “I have been personally involved in documenting the findings and artefacts. I am thrilled that we have uncovered significant structures in our recent excavations,” he added.
The Butkara 1 site, known for its association with Gandharan art, continues to be a focal point for archaeological research. This latest campaign is expected to further enhance archaeologists’ understanding of the region’s rich historical and cultural heritage.
Published in Dawn, February 14th, 2025