Restoration of historical buildings in Syria: Creative solutions

Authors

  • Marah Kazour Patrice Lumumba Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia
  • Ivan Khalil Patrice Lumumba Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia

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https://doi.org/10.51461/issn.2309-3072/88.2802

Published

2026-06-12

Issue

No. 88 (2026): local cultures

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refereed articles

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Kazour, M., & Khalil, I. (2026). Restoration of historical buildings in Syria: Creative solutions. Project Baikal, 23(88), 156-161. https://doi.org/10.51461/issn.2309-3072/88.2802

Keywords:

historical heritage, restoration, post-conflict reconstruction, Syria, sustainable development, urban planning, community participation

Abstract

The article focuses on the restoration of historic buildings, especially in Syrian cities, against the backdrop of global changes (urbanization, information revolution). It analyzes the problems that hinder urban development in these areas. In response to these challenges, it proposes modern creative solutions: integrated planning, advanced technologies, community involvement, and international cooperation to preserve and revive historical heritage.

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