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Factors influencing the transformation of Iraqi holy cities: the case of Al-Najaf

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: The historic centre of the Iraqi city of Al-Najaf embraces a seasonal pilgrimage to its holy sites that forces unusual urban conditions. This paper examines the impact of development projects and studies on the heritage integrity of the public (religious). This paper, therefore, recommends raising public awareness to adopt design approaches to face the overflow of visitors and the loss of heritage identity.

Source: Scientific Review Engineering and Environmental Sciences (SREES)

DOI: 10.22630/pniks.2021.30.2.31

Authors: Sabeeh L. Farhan, Daniel Antón, Venus S. Akef, Salah L. Zubaidi, Khalid S. Hashim

Institutions: Nottingham Trent University, University of Technology - Iraq, University of Wasit, University of Babylon, Liverpool John Moores University

Language: English

Topic: Urban Development and Cultural Heritage

Subfield: Urban Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $269