Palmyra Reconstruction and Recovery
Witness the ongoing reconstruction of Palmyra after the devastating ISIS occupation of 2015-2016 when systematic destruction was carried out against the ancient monuments, and see the international effort to restore one of the world great archaeological sites.
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Damage Assessment
See the scale of destruction carried out by ISIS at Palmyra where the Temple of Bel, the Temple of Baalshamin, the Arch of Triumph, and other monuments were deliberately blown up in an iconoclastic campaign against the pre-Islamic heritage of Syria.
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Restoration Work
Watch the restoration work at Palmyra where Syrian and international archaeologists are reassembling fallen column drums, re-erecting toppled columns, and anastylosis where original stones can be replaced in their original positions.
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Digital Documentation
Learn about the digital documentation of Palmyra that preserves the pre-destruction state of the monuments in three-dimensional detail, the photogrammetric surveys and laser scanning data providing the blueprint for reconstruction of destroyed elements.
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International Support
Understand the international support for Palmyra reconstruction from UNESCO, the European Union, and cultural organizations worldwide who recognize the global significance of this extraordinary ancient city and the importance of restoring it for humanity.
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Syrian Archaeologists
Meet the Syrian archaeologists and craftsmen who are the frontline of Palmyra reconstruction, the technical expertise of Syrian heritage professionals combined with traditional stone-working skills in the painstaking work of restoring the ancient monuments.
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Future Vision
Understand the vision for Palmyra recovery where the ancient city is restored as an active archaeological site and tourism destination, the challenge of protecting the remaining monuments while making the site accessible and ensuring the economic recovery of the Tadmur community.