Olive trees planted on Göbekli Tepe causing damage to unexcavated ruins. Hundreds of olive trees were planted directly on top of unexcavated megalithic pillars Tree roots were damaging the archaeological site Jimmy Corsetti drew attention to this issue in June of the previous year
Olive trees planted decades ago at Göbekli Tepe raised concerns about potential root damage to buried structures below. Researcher Jimmy Corsetti highlighted this issue in November 2024. According to search results, the trees were planted years ago by landowners reportedly to receive higher expropriation compensation, and roots began damaging the remains. The extent of the damage and Corsetti's claims remain disputed, with sources indicating he may not have been the first to raise the issue. The outcome regarding tree removal remains unconfirmed by available sources.
Key Facts
- Hundreds of olive trees were planted directly on top of unexcavated megalithic pillars
- Tree roots were damaging the archaeological site
- Jimmy Corsetti drew attention to this issue in June of the previous year
- Archaeologists initially denied there was a problem with the trees
- After public pressure, all trees were eventually cut down
- The site consists of approximately 22 acres with only a few acres excavated
Related site: Göbekli Tepe — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
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