Türkiye: Experts protect Mount Nemrut statues using nanotechnology.

SHOTLIST: ADIYAMAN, TÜRKİYE (AUG 20, 2026) (TURKISH MINISTRY OF CULTURE AND TOURISM - ACCESS ALL) 1. VARIOUS DRONE SHOT OF EXPERTS WORKING ON MOUNT NEMRUT STATUES 2. VARIOUS IMAGES OF EXPERTS WORKING ON MOUNT NEMRUT STATUESADIYAMAN, TÜRKİYE - AUG 20, 2026: Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced structured restoration efforts at UNESCO World Heritage Site Mount Nemrut to safeguard historical monuments for future generations while preserving original authenticity. Experts from Gaziantep Regional Restoration and Conservation Laboratory oversee operations, with initial project activities scheduled to span five years. Writing on social media, Ersoy explained that consolidation measures started last year continue uninterrupted along set guidelines. Conservation teams reinforce ancient giant statues using nanotechnological applications and seal stone fissures with lime-based mortar to prevent water penetration, ensuring physical stability against severe climate conditions and natural aging without altering original features. Ersoy thanked participating specialists and staff, stating scientific techniques will maintain site integrity as shared human heritage throughout initial five-year program.