Discovering and Sharing of Secret Architectures: the Hidden Tomb of the Pharaoh of El-Khasneh, Jordan

A groundbreaking study reveals the hidden architectural secrets of the Tomb of Pharaoh at El-Khasneh, Jordan, leveraging advanced 3D modeling techniques. The research demonstrates how Multiple View Stereo (MVS) matching and Structure from Motion (SfM) can be used with minimal hardware to document archaeological sites, even in challenging conditions. This approach provides a cost-effective solution for on-site documentation and emergency response, while also enabling web-based visualization of complex structures. The study highlights the significance of this tomb, which is partially unknown but crucial for understanding Jordan's heritage. By sharing these 3D models online, the research bridges gaps between academia, tourism, and cultural preservation, offering a new paradigm for documenting and disseminating architectural remains.

Malinverni, E. S., & Pierdicca, R. (2017). DISCOVERING AND SHARING OF SECRET ARCHITECTURES: THE HIDDEN TOMB OF THE PHARAOH OF EL-KHASNEH, JORDAN. The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, XLII-2/W3, 459–465. https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-xlii-2-w3-459-2017