Sacyr's Blog

Beneath the waves, the ocean holds priceless historical treasures. We explore the fascinating stories of Pavlopetri, Thonis-Heracleion and Port Royal, three cities swallowed by the sea.

With the recent election of Pope Leo XIV, we turn our attention to the secrets of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, one of the world’s most significant architectural and spiritual treasures.

Neft Daşlari is one of the oldest “floating” cities in the world. Constructed on platforms in the Caspian Sea, it stands as a remarkable example of offshore oil development. Despite years of decline and the wear and tear on its aging infrastructure, it remains operational today.

From elevated hospitals to museums with porous soils, architects are reimagining how buildings can survive the most extreme flooding. How can cities rethink their relationship with water?