The Sociocultural Dynamics in the Preservation of Historical Centres The Case of Tunis’ Medina Nader Khelifi Supervisors: Prof. Dr. Mohamad A.Salheen, Professor of Integrated Planning and Design, Ain Shams University Prof. Dr. Josephine Fokdal, Interim professor of International Urbanism, University of Stuttgart
Abstract The theoretical framework of preservation shows a lack in conciliating the potentials of the Medina, not only as a material heritage but also as a cultural one, including its specific dynamics. There exist discontinuities between policies and the practices which constitute a brake for a possible redevelopment of the Medina based on its evolving identity which is/which happens to be based on its popularity, its diversity and the transformative role that culture plays in the preservation of its fabric. The focus
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