An integrated Survey for Knowledge and Preservation of a Cultural Heritage: The Albanian Fortified Citadel of Elbasan

The Inter-Link project “Progetto pilota per la conoscenza, conservazione e valorizzazione della Kalà (cittadella) di Elbasan – Albania”, relating to the 2004-2006 triennium and co-ordinated by Prof. Roberto Pierini, aims at the study of the Elbasan fortified citadel, the Kalà, in order to preserve, restore and exploit this all-important heritage of the city. The survey and rendering of archaeological, town planning and architectural attributes will be carried out by means of innovative methods and technologies, such as photogrammetry, laser scanning and georadar. Within the limits of this project, measuring and surveying campaigns have started in April, 2006, and final, full measurements campaign in February, 2007.