Archaeometric Study and Restoration Implementation of Archaeological Roman Adobe Bath at Karanis – Fayoum, Egypt

Abstract

 Adobe architecture is an eco-friendly architecture. Its splendor appeared in Roman era in the city of Karanis, Fayoum.  Mud brick and fired brick are the main building materials of the Roman bath at Karanis.  Atmospheric weathering and neglect of conservation are the main deterioration factors to the bath building.  A preventive conservation plan should be developed for the Roman bath site.