More Temple Mount construction woes

TEMPLE MOUNT WATCH:

Western Wall project threatens history, archaeologists warn
Antiquities authority counters: Construction is done according to protocol and with proper preservation work

By Aaron Kalman May 28, 2013, 4:40 pm 1 (Times of Israel)

Archaeologists expressed deep concern over construction and renovation works at the Western Wall enclosure in Jerusalem’s Old City, Maariv reported Tuesday. The work, they said, would greatly damage artifacts under the plaza floor, which would be lost forever.

The Israel Antiquities Authority said in response that extensive preservation work was being conducted at the site.

The ongoing project, which was given the green light in 2009, looks to build a new visitors’ center, expand the public restrooms and add an additional floor to the existing plaza.

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