Structural measures to prevent rockfalls in Delphi
Prefecture of Phokis, Greece
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Background
This monumental complex, designated a ‘success story’ by UNESCO, stands out for its integrity (it has remained practically unaltered through the centuries) and its authenticity (it coexists in harmony with its natural environment, being subject to only very minor interventions over time).
Some of the latest interventions include a fire protection system operative 24 hours per day and temporary metal fences against falling rocks. The Central Archaeological Council has approved a study for the fastening of the rock slopes in order to provide a permanent solution to this last issue. The site contains an Archaeological Museum to protect moveable heritage associated to the site. Improvements on the visitor’s facilities have been carried out to enable access to visitors with disabilities. Different educational measures such as information signs have been put in practice. The restoration of the monuments is carried out on a regular basis by the Archaeological Museum.
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For more information on the UNESCO DELPHI site, visit: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/393
This initiative, along many others, is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You can find more about this network here: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/