Restoration
Partially restored ancient fresco depicting marriage of Dionysus, Ariadne displayed in Pompeii
Though only fragments of the panel portraying Dionysus and Ariadne have survived, its reconstruction was possible through comparison with other ancient works.
Belgian collector lends rare René Magritte work to Israel Museum during painting restoration
After 200 years in ruin: Greece unveils complete restoration of Parthenon's western pediment
Greece reopens country’s only surviving Byzantine palace after over 40 years of restoration work
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.
Knidos to reopen its ancient Great Church
Knidos was home to notable figures such as Eudoxus, an esteemed astronomer, Sostratus, the architect behind the famed Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Hagia Sophia's iconic dome to be disassembled for major restoration
Disassembly expected to begin in March or April, pending project approval.
