A 4th-century BC funerary monument, originally relocated six decades ago to make way for the construction of Athens airport in the coastal Hellenikon district, has been successfully returned to its original location.
According to tovima.com, the restoration effort was financed and coordinated by Lamda Development, the company responsible for the landmark Ellinikon privatisation and property development project, which encompasses the site of the former airport.
Shaped like the Greek letter “π” (Pi), the stone monument was initially removed by a team led by archaeologist Vassilios Petrakos. Its return was managed by architect and engineer Dimitris Korres, who employed 3D imaging technology to ensure that the square stones comprising the monument were accurately aligned and undamaged during transport.
The meticulous operation, involving a team of specialists, spanned three months to complete.
Source: tovima.com
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