How was the Dome of the Rock restored and redecorated in the 20th century?

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The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, Israel, features a large gold dome and ornate blue and gold exterior, set against a backdrop of densely packed stone buildings. — Dome of the Rock Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem.

During the 20th century, the Dome of the Rock underwent significant restoration efforts initiated by the Hashemite royals. These projects focused on repairing or replacing damaged interior and exterior ornaments to preserve the historic structure. Additionally, the dome itself was refurbished with a new gold covering.1