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The Ministry of Culture and Tourism, through the Directorate General of Tourism, spent a total of 1,500,000 euros for the protection and refurbishment of all the archaeological remains of the windlass of Cartagena, whose works have begun this month.
The environment will be complemented by a set of architectural elements that make passable safely and effectively by such remnants.
The main element of the performance is a light covering of 1,800 square meters, constructed of polycarbonate and perforated sheets, whose primary mission is protection from rain and sun in the most sensitive areas of the site.
The monument is illuminated by the general elements and natural light.
As for artificial lighting, the building is designed for solar energy collection panels of self-sufficiency, which may be installed in a second phase.
Also, the site is prepared for recycling of water may be used for irrigation in the Archaeological Park future, being able to collect 600 cubic meters annually.
The remaining elements will consist of a walkway on the urban side of the reservoir, allowing a higher vision of itself and visiting disabled through ramps and stairs saving mechanisms.
The ticket office will be included in the original fence Pinwheel redevelopment project and the toilet is located in a restored eighteenth-century vault, hidden from the rest of the intervention.
Source: CARM
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