Abstract
ABSTRACT The historical, social, political, economic and geographical context plays a significant role in the articulation of a living cultural heritage. Tangible and intangible relationships to heritage add to its authenticity. The complex dynamics of a historic site require insightful documentation, highlighting areas conflicting with the current socio-political and physical built environment. This paper analyzes the case of Mazar of Bhitai, with its focus on the essential role played by morphology and land-use characteristics. Altered and expanded shrines have lost their connection to history, due to major renewals. Socio-spatial connections of place to oldest caretakers need to be documented, respected and supported. Physical mapping of the place and context and qualitative interviews of key stakeholders and participant observation, for performed rituals at the shrine, were mixed methods used. The paper highlights the need to incorporate policies in urban planning and site management of cultural heritage with deep-rooted associations to sustain them.
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