Towards a Risk Management and Conservation Plan for the Djin Blocks at the World Heritage Site of Petra, Jordan: The Case of Djin Block No. 9

A pioneering study integrates advanced digital technologies to assess and document damage on Djin Block No. 9 at Petra, Jordan, revealing critical insights into erosion and weathering mechanisms that threaten its preservation. Using terrestrial laser scanning (TLS), close-range photogrammetry, multispectral imaging, and thermography, researchers captured unprecedented 3D records and pathological data, enabling a comprehensive analysis of deterioration patterns. This approach provides actionable recommendations for risk management and conservation planning, marking the first application of such methods to these iconic rock-cut monuments. The findings underscore the potential of cutting-edge documentation techniques in safeguarding cultural heritage under pressure from environmental and temporal factors.

Haddad, N. A., Akasheh, T. S., Lerma, J. L., & Khresat, B. R. (2015). Towards a Risk Management and Conservation Plan for the Djin Blocks at the World Heritage Site of Petra, Jordan: The Case of Djin Block No. 9. Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites, 17(2), 175–191. https://doi.org/10.1080/13505033.2015.1124182