Kathisma

In order for the trainees to develop their skills, carryout the research and create the inventories a case study has been chosen to act as a specific reference point upon which the work of the project will focus. This is the Kathisma archaeological site which is situated between Jerusalem and Bethlehem.  Kathisma was a Byzantine religious complex comprising a church and monastery that was decorated extensively with elaborate mosaics.  The architectural style is very interesting as its shape seems to have been influenced by the Temple and to have itself influenced the architectural design of early Muslim in their construction of the Dome of the Rock.

Future collaboration
After the three years the partners will examine ways and means in which to continue working together and to exploit and implement the results of their work.  This includes using the inventories, the skills of the trainees, the good practices and the co-operation developed by the partners.