The mayor of Tripoli, Kostas Tzioumis, emphasized the importance of ongoing restoration efforts for the historic Villa of Tourkovassilis amidst opposition from local citizens who argue for its designation as a cultural monument. Critics claim current repairs are damaging the…
Rome’s iconic Trevi Fountain has reopened after a three-month restoration, with a new queuing system to manage the influx of tourists. Previously visited by up to 12,000 individuals daily, the measures aim to enhance visitor experience by reducing crowding. Mayor…
The Church of Saint Therapon in Mytilene, a landmark with a history spanning nearly 130 years, is undergoing significant restoration. Funded by the Greek Ministry of Culture, the project includes replacing the zinc roof with titanium-zinc panels and restoring stone…
A recent restoration project at the Catholic of the Old Monastery of Taxiarchis in Aigialeia has uncovered two layers of high-quality frescoes from the late Byzantine period. Among these, archaeologist Dr. Anastasia Koumousi discovered a unique portrait of Constantine XI…
The Spellow Lane Library in Walton, Liverpool, has reopened following damage from riots earlier this summer, marked by a lantern parade attended by hundreds. The £250,000 campaign to restore the library drew support from national figures. Local schools participated in…
Hagia Sophia’s dome will undergo restoration starting March or April 2024, focusing on disassembling its external covering due to structural issues. The project aims to repair damage caused over time and will include a temporary roof to protect workers from…
The restoration of Notre-Dame de la Garde in Marseille is set to begin in February 2024 and will last until December 2025. Over 1 million euros have already been raised towards the total 2.8 million needed. The project will focus…
Notre-Dame de Paris reopened to the public on Monday afternoon, attracting thousands of tourists and visitors eager to explore the iconic cathedral once again. Following a special mass for priests earlier in the day, many disappointed faithful found the public…
The article discusses the recent reopening of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, highlighting the efforts that enabled this swift restoration. It also covers the implications of the Syrian government’s recent collapse, focusing on the future stability of the region. Additionally,…
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, which had been closed since a devastating fire in 2019 caused significant damage. The cathedral’s bells rang once more during a ceremonial event, marking a significant milestone in…
The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has been officially reopened five years after a devastating fire. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich opened the doors during a ceremony attended by prominent figures including French President Emmanuel Macron, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and UK’s Prince…
France Télévisions aired exclusive drone footage of the newly restored Notre-Dame Cathedral, just ahead of its reopening on December 7-8. After five years of extensive restoration following the devastating fire in April 2019, the cathedral reveals a stunningly clean and…
