Restoration of Mausoleum of Augustus in Rome begins

The mausoleum of Emperor Augustus, a towering monument when it was built in 28 B.C. but long a decrepit eyesore in Rome's historic center, is being restored. The 10-million-euro ($10.9 million) public-private facelift is expected to be completed in 2019.

Publisher: The Archaeology News Network

Author: Trisha Thomas

The mausoleum of Emperor Augustus, a towering monument when it was built in 28 B.C. but long a decrepit eyesore in Rome's historic center, is being restored. The 10-million-euro ($10.9 million) public-private facelift is expected to be completed in 2019.

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