Digital Survey for the Restoration Project, Al-Raabiya Mosque in Mosul

This paper presents a comprehensive account of the digital architectural survey and documentation project conducted on the Al-Raabiya Mosque in Mosul, Iraq, initiated in June 2021. The documentation of this historic monument is geared towards its reconstruction and restoration, with the primary objective of reinstating a social focal point for Mosul’s historic center. The sur- vey opera􏰀ons were, therefore, designed to amass morphological, quan􏰀ta􏰀ve, and qualita􏰀ve knowledge of the structures. This data was crucial for scien􏰀fically suppor􏰀ng the crea􏰀on of a restoration plan for this religious complex. In 2017, the mosque suffered significant damage, much like the rest of the city’s historic center, during the war against Daesh. Following the war, Mosul has emerged as a colossal restoration project, with international organizations working diligently to restore its main civil and religious landmarks and rehabilitate the residences that were severely impacted by the conflict. The University of Florence’s Department of Architecture played a pivotal role in this project, offering scientific support throughout its various phases. Their involvement was most pronounced during the initial survey and architectural data compilation phases. Additionally, they provided valuable insights into operational decisions, supporting the expertise of restorers and structural designers.