How to Revive Antic Monument: A Case Study on the Late-Antique Basilica at Crkvina in Breza

18 years after being declared a national monument, the Late-antique Basilica at Crkvina, Breza is in an unenviable state, in terms of the condition of the walls, but also in terms of interpretation and visits to the monument. This research paper will provide insight into the current state of the stone remains of the Basilica and all its parts on the site. The existing condition of the stone material at the site is documented, as well as the existing degree of deterioration concerning the last documented condition. Following the qualitative comparative methodology, after the determination of the current condition and the degree of stone decay on the archeological remains, a comparative analysis of the Basilica at Crkvina in Breza with other referent examples is given. Other historically significant buildings for this analysis are selected based on their spatial characteristics and the degree of preservation of archeological excavations that are very reminiscent of the Basilica in Breza. In addition, answers to research questions about importance of the site in this area and comparison with other facilities in the region and beyond resulted in a proposal for future conservation work on the same. So, it is expected that this paper will contribute to the archeological site in Breza coming out of the shadows, long forgotten by scientific circles dealing with architecture, archeology, and conservation.