Impact of hydrogeological factors on geotechnical conditions of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Monastery complex: lessons from three decades of monitoring

Long-term groundwater monitoring at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Monastery reveals that hydrogeological hazards—driven by natural, anthropogenic factors, and engineering oversights—have caused repeated threats to its architectural integrity. These hazards include flooding, subsidence, landslides, and suffusion, underscoring the critical need for hydrogeological considerations in preserving urban heritage sites. The study synthesizes three decades of data to highlight the complex interplay of these risks and evaluates mitigation strategies, while also identifying gaps in ongoing research that require further investigation.

Cherevko, I., Kril, T., Bugai, D., & Shekhunova, S. (2024). Impact of hydrogeological factors on geotechnical conditions of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra Monastery complex: lessons from three decades of monitoring. Acque Sotterranee - Italian Journal of Groundwater, 13(3). https://doi.org/10.7343/as-2024-765