Izborsk, Russia
Ancient Protector of the Western Frontier
A conserved portion of the surrounding stone wall.
Conservation of the Izborsk Fortress proceeded section by section, with each area surveyed, mapped, researched, then consolidated and stabilized, with some selected towers and wall restored. Restoration uses authentic materials and adheres to historic architectural design. In particular, GHF conservation efforts were targeted at the stabilization and conservation of the Nickolski Gate and walls associated with this gate, which has been achieved with a high standard of planning, documentation, craftsmanship and management. GHF completed conservation of the Nikolsk Gate and Eastern Wall in 2005, raising critically needed matching funds from the Russian government and using our GHF Emergency Fund to complete this urgent intervention. All works done are reversible and do not strongly threaten the wellbeing of the historic fabric.
The Lukovka Tower of the 14th century has been conserved and arranged for museum expositions with an observation ground. Survey of the whole ensemble has been completed and investigation and conservation works have been completed on parts of the walls beginning from the eastern side opposite the Lukovka Tower. The museum adaptation project stipulates a differential approach to each part of the fortress depending on its peculiarities, condition and possible usage. Izborsk conservation in 2005 and 2006 completed the entire fortress including the Bell Tower (which was in emergency condition), the Lukovka Tower, Talav Zakhab and Temnushka Towers, (which were in danger of collapse).
