Geophysical Exploration of Subsurface Structures in the Presbytery of Tarragona Cathedral

Josep M Macias Soler, Mahjoub Himi Benomar, Andreu Muñoz Virgili, Aritz Urruela García, Andreu Muñoz Melgar, Albert Casas Ponsatí

Abstract

The characterization of the Visigoth episcopal see of Tarragona remains one of the most complex areas of research, largely due to the architectural superimposition of the medieval cathedral atop the Late Antique acropolis, which has significantly compromised the preservation of underlying archaeological remains. In this context, non-invasive surveys offer a valuable alternative for investigation. This study proposes a hypothesis regarding the location of the baptistery associated with the Visigothc cathedral, which has yet to be confirmed through archaeological excavation. While we acknowledge the provisional nature of this hypothesis, we have chosen to present our findings as a constructive contribution to future research in the area surrounding the cathedral’s presbytery.

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DOI

10.21014/tc26-2025.059

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TC26 - Metrology for Cultural Heritage

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