Krzysztof Gaidzik
Biographic Data
| ID | 4425226 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Krzysztof Gaidzik |
| GIVEN NAMES | Krzysztof |
| FAMILY NAME | Gaidzik |
| SIGNATURE | GAIDZIK K |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Silesia in Katowice Katowice Katowice Poland |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-3286-0833 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 8 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 8 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2022 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Uncovering a medieval tsunami
Reconstructing long-term seismic behavior using geological records along subduction zones, where the largest tsunamigenic earthquakes occur, is key in understanding earthquake and tsunami hazard. To assess whether the Guerrero seismic gap, a segment of the Mexican Subduction Zone, can generate great megathrust earthquakes, we present original geomorphological, sediment characteristics, geochemical, microfossil, magnetic properties, and radiocarbo…
Repeated settlement abandonment and relocation in the Upper Colca Region (Peru)
In this study, archaeoseismological methods and seismic modeling were employed to explore the influence of earthquakes on community relocations in the Colca Region, Peru, over the past 500 years. Observed structural damage and anomalies suggest that localized shallow earthquakes may have contributed to the abandonment of some settlements. The desertion of Malata was politically motivated, with no seismic damage observed before its abandonment, as…
Disaster history of the Prambanan temple complex (Java, Indonesia) – an archaeoseismological study
Prehistoric Evidence of Crustal Earthquakes and Debris Flow in Archaeological Site of Pikillaqta in Cusco
In the Cusco Valley, seismic activity resulted from reactivations of the Qoricocha, Tambomachay, and Pachatusan faults in 1986, 1950, and 1650 during the Inca and Wari cultures' settlement. However, the pre‐1650 seismic record is scant, with few chroniclers mentioning Inca‐era earthquakes lacking precise information. Filling this void, our study centers on paleoseismological and archaeoseismological research in the Cusco Valley, emphasizing the P…
Late Holocene seismic uplift events depicted by coastal karst formations in Bali, Indonesia
Limestone shores record earthquake-related uplift and subsidence worldwide. While comprehensive investigations exist for the Mediterranean and Japan, only limited studies are available in other regions. In this study, we analyze the carbonate shore of the Sunda Arc on Bali Island, Indonesia, in terms of tectonic uplift/subsidence. We surveyed coastal profiles of terraces and notches, identifying coastal karst features and bioerosion traces and de…
Seismic Activity in the Celje Basin (Slovenia) in Roman Times—Archaeoseismological Evidence from Celeia
Searching for unknown earthquakes in Slovenia in the first millennium, we performed archaeoseismological analysis of Roman settlements. The Mesto pod mestom museum in Celje exhibits a paved Roman road, which suffered severe deformation. Built on fine gravel and sand from the Savinja River, the road displays a bulge and trench, pop-up structures, and pavement slabs tilted up to 40°. The city wall was built over the deformed road in Late Roman time…
Seismic catastrophes in historical times in Arabia – Destruction of the city of Qalhat (Oman) in the 16th century
The Arabian Peninsula is surrounded by seismically highly active plate margins, while the interior seems to be free from destructive earthquakes. We report two historical earthquakes in Qalhat, Oman, >300 km from any plate boundary and provide archaeoseismological analysis of ruined buildings. The first quake hit the city in 1497 AD with an intensity VII at most; the community survived and damage was repaired. The second event caused total devast…
Th century coastal uplift in Peninsular India – The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
The Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu, Southern India) exists since the late 7th century. Historical sources suggest that it was built on an island in honour of the gods Vishnu and Shiva. A former bridge over the canal, which separated the island from the mainland, and a seawall, which protected the shore from the waves are dysfunctional now, as they are located too high above the present day sea level. A holy well, part of the temple com…
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Th century coastal uplift in Peninsular India – The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu
The Shore Temple in Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu, Southern India) exists since the late 7th century. Historical sources suggest that it was built on an island in honour of the gods Vishnu and Shiva. A former bridge over the canal, which separated the island from the mainland, and a seawall, which protected the shore from the waves are dysfunctional now, as they are located too high above the present day sea level. A holy well, part of the temple com…
Seismic Activity in the Celje Basin (Slovenia) in Roman Times—Archaeoseismological Evidence from Celeia
Searching for unknown earthquakes in Slovenia in the first millennium, we performed archaeoseismological analysis of Roman settlements. The Mesto pod mestom museum in Celje exhibits a paved Roman road, which suffered severe deformation. Built on fine gravel and sand from the Savinja River, the road displays a bulge and trench, pop-up structures, and pavement slabs tilted up to 40°. The city wall was built over the deformed road in Late Roman time…
Seismic catastrophes in historical times in Arabia – Destruction of the city of Qalhat (Oman) in the 16th century
The Arabian Peninsula is surrounded by seismically highly active plate margins, while the interior seems to be free from destructive earthquakes. We report two historical earthquakes in Qalhat, Oman, >300 km from any plate boundary and provide archaeoseismological analysis of ruined buildings. The first quake hit the city in 1497 AD with an intensity VII at most; the community survived and damage was repaired. The second event caused total devast…
Late Holocene seismic uplift events depicted by coastal karst formations in Bali, Indonesia
Limestone shores record earthquake-related uplift and subsidence worldwide. While comprehensive investigations exist for the Mediterranean and Japan, only limited studies are available in other regions. In this study, we analyze the carbonate shore of the Sunda Arc on Bali Island, Indonesia, in terms of tectonic uplift/subsidence. We surveyed coastal profiles of terraces and notches, identifying coastal karst features and bioerosion traces and de…
Prehistoric Evidence of Crustal Earthquakes and Debris Flow in Archaeological Site of Pikillaqta in Cusco
In the Cusco Valley, seismic activity resulted from reactivations of the Qoricocha, Tambomachay, and Pachatusan faults in 1986, 1950, and 1650 during the Inca and Wari cultures' settlement. However, the pre‐1650 seismic record is scant, with few chroniclers mentioning Inca‐era earthquakes lacking precise information. Filling this void, our study centers on paleoseismological and archaeoseismological research in the Cusco Valley, emphasizing the P…
Uncovering a medieval tsunami
Reconstructing long-term seismic behavior using geological records along subduction zones, where the largest tsunamigenic earthquakes occur, is key in understanding earthquake and tsunami hazard. To assess whether the Guerrero seismic gap, a segment of the Mexican Subduction Zone, can generate great megathrust earthquakes, we present original geomorphological, sediment characteristics, geochemical, microfossil, magnetic properties, and radiocarbo…
Repeated settlement abandonment and relocation in the Upper Colca Region (Peru)
In this study, archaeoseismological methods and seismic modeling were employed to explore the influence of earthquakes on community relocations in the Colca Region, Peru, over the past 500 years. Observed structural damage and anomalies suggest that localized shallow earthquakes may have contributed to the abandonment of some settlements. The desertion of Malata was politically motivated, with no seismic damage observed before its abandonment, as…
Disaster history of the Prambanan temple complex (Java, Indonesia) – an archaeoseismological study
earthquake and tectonic studies (5 works) · Geology (4 works) · Seismology (4 works) · Ancient history (3 works) · History (3 works) · History (3 works) · Archaeology (2 works) · Geomorphology (2 works) · Maritime and Coastal Archaeology (2 works) · Abandonment (legal) (1 work)