Documenting and Conserving the Endangered Heritage of the Nafusā Mountains

The Nafusa Mountains have a long history spanning from the prehistoric period to the Roman and late Roman occupation. After the Arab conquest local communities moved into the uplands, carving villages into the mountains and creating unique shared granaries. Due to limited accessibility and regional historical sensitivities, protecting and preserving its heritage remains highly challenging. The project focuses on the archaeological documentation of all historical periods and traditional crafts, while providing on‑the‑job training for local heritage professionals and conserving a traditional building as part of this capacity-building effort. It will also restore Qasr Kabaw, the 8th‑century prayer room of the mosque in Kabaw, and establish a community centre in the Barouni Palace in Kabaw presenting historical information on the territory.