Reg.Nr. HA-2008/GR/04

The Archaeological Site of Galerius' Palace, Thessaloniki

The project concerns the study, conservation, restoration and enhancement of the remains of the Palace of Galerius (4th century A.D.) in Navarinou Square, Thessaloniki, covering 8000 sq. m. Within the framework of the project, the following was carried out: - Archaeological ...
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Project details

Title:The Archaeological Site of Galerius' Palace, Thessaloniki
Entr. year: 2008
Result:Award
Country: Greece
Town: Thessaloniki
Category type: archaeological sites
Notes:Type also: rural setting
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Palace
Actual use:Historic venue, cultural attraction
Built: 4th century AD
Architect / Proj.leader: Hellenic Ministry of Culture, 16th Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities
The Jury's citation: Above all, it is highly appreciated that the intervention transformed an abandoned public ground into an attractive, educative and well organised archaeological site in the heart of a modern city.
GPS:40°38'24,2"N; 22°56'39,9"E
Web, Links:

www.galeriuspalace.gr/en/

Description:
The project concerns the study, conservation, restoration and enhancement of the remains of the Palace of Galerius (4th century A.D.) in Navarinou Square, Thessaloniki, covering 8000 sq. m. Within the framework of the project, the following was carried out: - Archaeological research and study of the monument - Protection and restoration fo the construction remains of five buildings - Conservation of plaster and wall paintings - Conservation and restoration of floors (mosaic-marble) over an area of 1088 sq. m. - Presentation and interpretation of the monument (explanatory signs, exhibition of the restoration project, digital representation) - Visitors' installations (ticket booth-configuration of the site's entrance, visitors' walkways)