Restoration project in the ancient city of Hatra – in pictures – The National

Restoration project in the ancient city of Hatra – in pictures – The National

Thursday 24 February 2022

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After ISIS destroyed much of the site, renovation work is set to begin in the Iraqi city

Iraq's ancient city of Hatra, before a ceremony revealing its renovation project. All photos: Reuters

The National

Feb 24, 2022

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