ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the method of conservation of the Government Complex in the archaeological site of Caesarea Maritima. It is a 65 by 55 m2 insula, covered by a sequence of barrel vaults and free-standing walls datable to different ages, characterized by different building technologies and modification undergone during the centuries. The chapter describes the approach adopted for the study of the archaeological remains of concrete cover (CC) area in Caesarea Maritima, aimed at structures conservation. Maintenance activities in CC area activities involving CC Area are focused on mitigation of deterioration and damage to the archaeological remains. The CC area can be considered as an aggregate complex constituted by vaults warped in different directions and walls remains, interacting each other when excited by dynamic actions. The chapter discusses collaboration between the University of Padova and the Israel Antiquities Authority, sharing their knowledge and experience in the field of conservation, rehabilitation and renewal of ancient buildings and monuments in Israel.
