"The entire complex has been undergoing a comprehensive restoration, and while the work is still ongoing, the end is in sight and the Park is offering visitors the unique opportunity to see spaces that have never been open to the public before. A visit to the Suburban Baths will offer the opportunity to observe not only the monumental spaces, but also the restoration techniques applied to the floors, stuccoes, and structures ."
"This unique perspective will allow us to understand the work of archaeologists, restorers, and technicians committed to safeguarding a fragile and precious asset. [] Through this initiative, the Herculaneum Archaeological Park strengthens its promotion strategy, which aims to foster an ongoing dialogue between scientific research and public enjoyment. The opening of an ongoing construction site also represents a way to raise awareness among visitors of the importance of conservation and the complexity of the work involved in returning a monument to the community."
The Archaeological Park of Herculaneum is opening the Suburban Baths to the public for the first time while restoration continues. The opening allows visitors to see spaces never previously accessible and to observe restoration techniques applied to floors, stuccoes, and structures. The initiative reveals the work of archaeologists, restorers, and technicians safeguarding a fragile heritage and reinforces a promotion strategy that links scientific research with public enjoyment. The site opening raises awareness of conservation challenges and the complexity of returning monuments to the community. The baths belonged to the family of Marcus Nonius Balbus, later became public, and were expanded after the 62 A.D. earthquake with an outdoor pool, fountain, and a nymphaeum offering two distinct bathing circuits.
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