Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Journal of Archaeology and Heritage Studies (JAHS) is the official journal of the Department of Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. JAHS is a free subscription open access (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) journal dedicated to interdisciplinary studies of archaeology and heritage management that uses a double-blind peer-review process. This journal covers a wide range of topics related to the study and preservation of archaeological sites, artifacts, and cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, book reviews, short communications, and case studies that explore various aspects of archaeology and heritage management, including excavation techniques, conservation methods, cultural resource management, and public outreach. It also examines the ethical and legal issues surrounding the study and protection of archaeological sites and artifacts. The journal takes a multidisciplinary approach to the study of archaeology and heritage management, drawing on insights from fields such as anthropology, history, geography, tourism, museology, and environmental science. By bringing together researchers and practitioners from different disciplines, the journal aims to foster a deeper understanding of the past and promote the sustainable management of cultural heritage resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, the JAHS provides a platform for scholars and professionals to share their research and expertise in the field of archaeology and heritage management, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the preservation of our shared cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Themes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Agro-irrigation Archaeology l<\/strong> Ancient Art & Architecture l<\/strong> Ancient Technology l<\/strong> Archaeological Conservations l<\/strong> Artifacts Conservation l<\/strong> Environmental Archaeology l<\/strong> Epigraphy & Numismatics l<\/strong> Ethnology & Ethno Archaeology l<\/strong> Field Archaeology l<\/strong> Geoarchaeology l<\/strong> Heritage Management l<\/strong> Historical Archaeology l<\/strong> History l<\/strong> Indigenous Studies l<\/strong> Mortuary Archaeology l<\/strong> Museums l<\/strong> Physical & Cultural Anthropology l<\/strong> Pre & Protohistoric Archaeology l<\/strong> Public Archaeology l<\/strong> Recent trends in Archaeology l<\/strong> Recent trends in computer applications in Archaeology l<\/strong> Research & Education in Anthropology l<\/strong> Settlement Archaeology l<\/strong> Social Archaeology l<\/strong> Tourism l<\/strong> Underwater and Maritime Archaeology l<\/strong> Zooarchaeology<\/p>\n\n\n\n Disclaimer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The authors of the papers included in this publication are solely responsible for the content. The Editorial Board of the “JAHS” assumes no responsibility for the content or errors in the individual articles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Publishing frequency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The journal is published twice a year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ISSN 2357-2604 (Printed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n ISSN 2961-5755 (Online)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Published by: The Department of Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Mihintale.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" JAHS-RUSL Introduction The Journal of Archaeology and Heritage Studies (JAHS) is the official journal of the Department of Archaeology and Heritage Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. JAHS is a free subscription open access (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) journal dedicated to interdisciplinary studies of archaeology and heritage management that uses a double-blind peer-review process. 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