To most of us in the 21st century, the architectural ruins of the past possess somewhat of a magical aura. While the humans who built them have long since turned to dust, the buildings they left behind act as a portal through which we might better understand our long-dead ancestors – or, alternatively, allow us to mistakenly overlay our own beliefs upon them. But until the 20th century, many of these ancient ruins stood in disrepair – whether due to … Continue reading Visions of the Past – How Far Should We Go in ‘Restoring’ Ancient Monuments?