GPR survey for the archaeological characterization of the Tingambato site, Michoacan, western Mexico

This study presents the results of a GPR investigation carried out at the archeological site of Tingambato, in the state of Michoacán, Mexico. The aim of the study was to detect the presence of ancient buried structures, such as walls or graves and determine their geometry in order to help establish the timeline history of the site. It also aimed at producing amplitude maps and/or reflection profiles of the location and dimensions of burial targets. The survey was conducted in four areas using the 200 MHz antenna, and in one area the study was performed with a 900 MHz antenna.