The temple of Ain Dara is one of the most important temples excavated in Syria. The temple was built in the 2nd millennium BC, and it is famous for its limestone floor imprinted with giant footprints. It is also known for its Hittite and Syro-Hittite (or Neo-Hittite) sculptures, which survived into the 1st millennium BC and beyond. These include intricate stone lions, sphinxes, and walls decorated with mythical creatures, floral patterns, and geometric designs. Unfortunately, the temple was partially destroyed in 2018 and many of its distinctive architectural and decorative elements are gone.
The aim of this project is to collect information and estimate the damage at the Ain Dara Temple, create a digital photo archive and drawings, and reconstruct a photo-based 3D model of the temple before destruction.
The aim of this project is to collect information and estimate the damage at the Ain Dara Temple, create a digital photo archive and drawings, and reconstruct a photo-based 3D model of the temple before destruction.
