Restoration

Seleucid Empire’s Laodicea's 15,000-seat ancient theater revived

Originally built in the 2nd century BCE, it was destroyed by an earthquake in the 3rd century CE and subsequently rebuilt.

Nero's 2,000-year-old Patara lighthouse to shine again

Built by emperor Nero in 64 AD, the lighthouse has been restored using thousands of original stones.

Hidden 16th-century murals by Juan de Borgoña found behind cabinet in Toledo cathedral

The paintings feature the coat of arms of Cardinal Cisneros and were hidden behind cabinets since 1780.

Villa of the Papyri treasures resurface: AI restores lost works after 2,000 years

UK scientists used AI to "virtually unroll" ancient scrolls charred by Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago.

Restoration ongoing at world's longest stone bridge in Turkey

The Uzun Köprü, measuring 1,266 meters in length with 171 arches, is recognized as the world's longest stone bridge. It was included in UNESCO's Tentative Heritage List in 2015.

Kladios baths in ancient Olympia to be restored

The bathing complex was constructed in 100 CE on the site of a swimming pool from the 5th century BCE.

Restoration of ancient Pelinna Acropolis underway

Alexander the Great passed through Ancient Pelinna in 335 BC to invade Boeotia.

Historical heritage sites on verge of closure after year of rockets to northern communities

The Rosh Pina restoration site, an important part of the history of settlement in the Galilee, is struggling to survive following a sharp decline in tourism. They can close by the end of the. month.

Turkey plans to open Hagia Sophia's underground labyrinth of tunnels after cleaning, restoration

Dr. Hasan Fırat Diker, of the Hagia Sophia Science Council, said they’ve studied Hagia Sophia’s underground structures for five years.

Secret Papal escape route reopens after restoration

The fortified passageway, which connects the Vatican with Castel Sant'Angelo, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the tumultuous history of Rome.

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