Deterioration patterns of building limestone in the Septimius Severus family Temple in the Romain ruins of Djemila Algeria

Rain-dry cycles combined with thermal gradients are the primary drivers of limestone weathering in the Septimius Severus family temple at Djemila, Algeria. This study identifies that intrinsic factors such as limestone petrography and porosity, along with environmental moisture variations, contribute significantly to the deterioration process. The research employs a comprehensive approach, analyzing both intrinsic and extrinsic factors to elucidate the mechanisms behind the decay patterns observed in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The findings highlight the complex interplay between climatic conditions and material properties in shaping the preservation challenges faced by ancient structures in semi-arid and continental climates.

BRARA, A., & OULOUM, N. (2016). Deterioration patterns of building limestone in the Septimius Severus family Temple in the Romain ruins of Djemila Algeria. Fourth International Conference on Advances in Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering - ACSEE 2016, 152–155. https://doi.org/10.15224/978-1-63248-114-6-74