Restoration
Iraq races to restore ancient Ziggurat of Ur amid threat of climate erosion - report
In a video published in early May, Reuters revealed that the Iraqi government had announced an initial budget of $382,000 to restore the ziggurat. The work will reportedly be completed by July 2026.
Ancient mosaic bearing Greek inscription for ‘haters gonna hate’ found in southern Turkey
Caesarea’s Roman-era aqueduct to undergo multi-million shekel preservation, restoration project
How to restore old family photos: AI vs traditional
Restorers puzzle together ancient relics shattered by Turkey’s 2023 earthquake
Artifacts at least a thousand years old are being prepared for re-exhibition, says restorer.
Hagia Sophia begins extensive restoration to reinforce dome against earthquakes
The dome will be strengthened from the exterior to preserve interior mosaics.
Restoration of Darius the Great's inscription at Persepolis to begin after severe erosion
Previous removal of protective canopy led to increased erosion of historic inscription.
Egyptian-French mission uncovers House of Life and tomb complexes in Ramesseum temple
Mohamed Ismail Khaled said the Ramesseum was both a temple and a hub for redistributing goods, helping locals—especially artisans from nearby Deir el-Medina.
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.
