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The UFO-shaped Buzludzha monument was abandoned after the fall of the Communist regime in Bulgaria.

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Tourists visiting the site Wednesday found some stray fragments, which they turned over to park workers due to concerns they might have fallen from the arch.

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Ukraine is racing to 3D scan its monuments before they’re bombed

The idea is to create digital models of historic monuments that can help in their restoration if they are damaged by Russia's invasion.

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Italy

Italy maps out 1,400 monuments honouring fascist regime

It is the first time the country has attempted to document symbols of Benito Mussolini's dictatorship.

Poland

Poland removes four Soviet-era monuments amid Ukraine war

Warsaw says the move emphasises its disapproval of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Latvia

Watch as Soviet-era obelisk comes crashing down in Riga, Latvia

The nearly 80-metre spire was a prominent feature in downtown Latvia and has been used for commemorating Russia's Victory Day.

Estonia

Estonia to remove Soviet-era monuments to 'ensure public order'

"As symbols of repressions and Soviet occupation, they have become a source of increasing social tensions," said Estonia's PM, Kaja Kallas.

Ukraine

Ukraine’s historic monuments conserved using cutting-edge technology

Cultural experts are working to conserve the memory of Ukraine’s historic buildings using 3D scans. More than 100 have been hit by shelling during the past 3 months of the war.

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