Post-2023 earthquake recovery at the Arslantepe World Heritage site

Türkiye

Operator Sapienza University - Missione Archeologica Italiana in Anatolia Orientale (MAIAO)

Years 2024

Amount $ 70 338

project status Ongoing

Type of grant Action Plan

(c) Missione Archeologica Italiana in Anatolia Orientale (MAIAO)
(c) Missione Archeologica Italiana in Anatolia Orientale (MAIAO)
(c) Missione Archeologica Italiana in Anatolia Orientale (MAIAO)

The Arslantepe tell is a unique archaeological site in the province of Malatya, inscribed in 2021 on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Following significant damage incurred during the 2023 earthquake, the project aims to consolidate exceptional Hittite walls, to implement visitor protection measures and to restore a historic house on site.