Piazza Armerina, Schifani at the Villa Romana del Casale: “Immediate work to save it from water and moss”

Last Updated: March 26, 2024

The article talks about the upcoming works that will be carried out at the Villa Romana del Casale in Sicily to eliminate water stagnation and moss formation, restoring the environment to its original condition. The President of the Sicilian Region, Renato Schifani, announced these interventions which will start after Easter and last for a month. Additionally, plans are underway to complete the restoration of mosaics and decorated surfaces, as well as installing new coverings in areas that were not addressed in previous projects. Schifani emphasized the importance of conserving and enhancing the historical and cultural heritage of the region. The first intervention will address the water stagnation issues on the Peristilium surface, followed by larger projects to complete the restoration of mosaics and replace old coverings in specific areas of the site. The article also mentions the financial coverage and the administrative responsibilities regarding these interventions.