archaeologists explore the secrets of al-ula in saudi arabia
as part of an extensive development program launched by the royal commission for al-ula (RCU), a team of world-leading archaeologists have been drafted in to undertake a comprehensive survey of the region in saudi arabia. the project marks the onset of a wider vision as the country opens its doors to foreign tourists for the first time. in a new push for international visitors, a number of tourism-boosting schemes are underway, including a luxury resort designed by french architect, jean nouvel, set to open within the historic site in 2023.
a nabataean tomb carved into the sandstone of al-ula
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in order to achieve the goals set out for al-ula, the program is enlisting a team of world-leading experts, led by RCA archaeologist dr rebecca foote, who will carefully document, map and model the area. state-of-the-art technologies and methods are also being employed, such as aerial lidar scanning and photography captured from light aircraft, helicopter and drone. the lidar will be able to ?see? what lies amongst the site?s palm groves and vegetation while the helicopter team will record the harder to reach areas.
mada?in salih, al-ula
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speaking about the project, dr rebecca foote comments, ?at the heart of the royal commission for al-ula?s archaeology program is a commitment to preserving al-ula?s extraordinary cultural heritage sites for generations to come. our work observes international be...
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