More archeologists needed

More archeologists needed

MEDAN, North Sumatra: The province, home to many cultural and
archaeological legacies dating back centuries, has only one
archaeologist, two technicians, and one draftsman, Antara
reported yesterday.

Sri Hartini, the head of the province's state museum, was
quoted by the news agency as saying the shortage of experts makes
conservation difficult.

She said that for the museum to perform its task well, at
least two more archaeologists and four technicians had to be
hired. She said the region still has plenty of archaeological
findings requiring further study and research.

The museum is currently overseeing the renovation of two
temples. (swe)