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Management and Preservation of Cultural Heritage Sites in Egyptian Cities: Case Study of Al-Qesariya

Research Authors
Eslam M. Nofal
Research Member
Research Year
2012
Research Journal
3rd International Architectural Conservation Conference & Exhibition, Dubai, UAE
Research Rank
3
Research Abstract

Problem statement: The problem can be summarized in the absence of clear vision for management and preservation of Egyptian cultural heritage sites, which means the lack of information and also the lack of coordination between the governmental bodies, other organs which are concerned with the culture heritage sites in Egypt, researchers, and the public for management the cultural heritage sites and their preservation. Approach: The paper has tried to put some of pivotal research questions: Who are responsible organs for management and conservation plans for cultural heritage sites in Egypt? Is it possible to reach a common framework means the management and preservation of cultural heritage sites in Egyptian cities which will be identical for local conditions and international standards? Could the application of this common framework on one of the local cultural heritage sites help to develop and upgrade this framework? Results: The possibility of reaching a framework for the formulation of management and preservation of cultural heritage sites in Egyptian cities which will be identical for local conditions and international standards. Also, the possibility of application this framework on “Al-Qesariya” in old Asyut city, which contains many of historical buildings, in which it is possible to feel the real spirit of old Islamic city during the Mamluk era. Conclusion: the paper tried to put a management plan to apply the framework on the selected case study, this plan consisted of three main axes: Political and administrative axis, Technical axis, and Executive axis.