Czech archaeologists launch AI chatbot to explain kelt settlement
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Archaeologists from Prague, Czech Republic, introduced a new chatbot designed to answer questions about the ancient Celtic settlement of Závist.
The digital guide takes the form of a Celtic druid and allows visitors to ask questions in plain language, receiving answers based on archaeological research and academic literature. The project aims to fill gaps in understanding of daily life and the settlement’s layout, which are not always apparent from the visible remains of fortifications.
The chatbot prioritizes accuracy and traceability of information over creating a flashy experience. Researchers acknowledge that some aspects of the past remain uncertain and encourage users to verify information with original sources when using it for academic purposes. They also intend to monitor the questions people ask to better understand public interest and comprehension of archaeological findings. This initiative builds upon previous research and outreach efforts at Závist, including guided tours and digital reconstructions.
The project also serves as a research study itself, allowing the team to assess the effectiveness of this method for communicating archaeological knowledge to the public and to expand the chatbot’s knowledge base. Závist, located south of Prague, was a significant settlement from the 4th millennium BC through the early Middle Ages, reaching its peak during the Iron Age between the 6th and 1st centuries BC.
