MONUMENTAL STRUCTURE OF THE CITADEL OF VERKHNEGOSTAGAEVSKOYE SETTLEMENT: INTERPRETATION DIFFICULTIES
In this paper, we present the results of comprehensive archaeological investigations of a monument belonging to the Migration period - the Verkhnegostagaevskoye settlement (Krasnodar Krai). The study was mainly devoted to characterizing the monumental structure in the upper fortified part of the settlement. We describe the construction remains of the building in order to determine its probable functions and specific features. On the basis of the findings, it is assumed that the construction was characterized by an elitist nature. The functional purpose of the construction reflects ancient constructing traditions and barbaric influence.