Abstract
The purpose of the research is to present guidelines and recommendations that can contribute to the post-war recovery of urban cultural heritage by a proposed methodology, based on other experiences in the reconstruction and preservation field of historical areas after wars, with the possibility of applying them, as an attempt to regain the features of the old part of the city. We also suggest those suggestions and guidance on three different levels. These guidelines are applicable at three levels: the historic core of the city, neighbourhood level, and individual quarters level. Each level had a specific theme for reconstruction planning that can maintain the city’s particular character during the current circumstances. Many cities have been heavily damaged as a result of the armed conflict in Syria, destroying most of the city’s neighbourhoods, including the historic district. Hence, we present a study of the consequences of this destruction on the historic fabric of the city, and search for the best solutions to give it the needed protection. Finally, the results and recommendations of this research will lead to developing answers to deal with historic centres and historic buildings that have been damaged by the armed conflict and were neglected before the war. The goal of this research is to identify fundamental principles that can lead to a successful reconstruction process while also preserving the city’s cultural identity.
Highlights
Regarding the value of cultural heritage in representing the identity of any place and its inhabitants, its protection is an obligation inextricably linked with the respect for the integrity of our past
The loss of the historic urban fabric of the old city of Homs is obvious to any observer
Areas and ensembles of special archaeological or historical value should be designated as archaeological protection zones and safeguarded by fencing in order to allow a thorough survey of the existing structures to be performed in due course. 4.3 Guidelines recommendation for individual quarters level
Summary
Regarding the value of cultural heritage in representing the identity of any place and its inhabitants, its protection is an obligation inextricably linked with the respect for the integrity of our past. The growing number of armed conflicts around the world is one of the most serious threats that negatively affect the cultural heritage. Syria's armed conflict has impacted every part of the Syrian people's lives. The demolition of the historic city centre, where historic buildings and their urban environment were targeted . Preservation of urban and architectural heritage in cities is one of the most difficult issues to tackle because of differing viewpoints as well as the need to consider political, social, and economic factors. The preservation of a country's urban historical heritage has become increasingly important around the world. Each country aims to preserve its historical and cultural landmarks, as well as individual properties. Each country aims to preserve its historical and cultural landmarks, as well as individual properties. [7]
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