Section of Axum obelisk reunited after long search and journey back to its origin.

The first section of the Axum obelisk was successfully returned to Ethiopia after being taken to Italy in 1937. The obelisk, which dates back to the 4th century, was taken as a war trophy during the Italian occupation of Ethiopia. Following years of negotiations between the two countries, Italy agreed to return the artifact as a symbol of goodwill and to rectify historical injustices. The return of the obelisk's first section marked a significant step towards the full restoration of the monument, which had been dismantled in three parts for transportation. The reassembly process required careful planning and expertise to ensure the preservation of the ancient artifact. The event garnered international attention and was hailed as a positive development in the efforts to repatriate cultural heritage to its country of origin. It served as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting cultural artifacts for future generations. #AxumObelisk #CulturalHeritage #Repatriation #Ethiopia #Italy