مركز عمارة التراث إيوان أحد عشر عاما من العطاء Dr. Mohamed Kahlot Director of IWAN Center Role of Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) in preserving the Local Heritage in Gaza Strip

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Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Center for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) To protect and maintain cultural and architectural heritage in Gaza Governorates. To help in renovating the historic buildings to be reused for various activities. These buildings, in most cases, can be rehabilitated to use as cultural or youth centers. To establish a technical basement for implementing studies and projects to conserve the Palestinian historical heritage. Objectives 25

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) To establish an archive for historical buildings in Gaza Strip as a part of the National Registry of historic buildings. To enhance public awareness towards our architectural heritage. To organize training courses, seminars, lectures, and exhibitions on the principles of traditional architecture and conservation. Center for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Objectives

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) To publish series of documents on the Palestinian architectural heritage. To establish a local and international network of communities and organizations interested in the field of protection of cultural properties. Center for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Objectives

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Location of Gaza Strip It is located south west of Palestine on the Eastern coast of the Mediterranean sea. It is the link between Asia and Africa continents. It is about 41 km long, and between 6 and 12 km wide, with a total area of 360 square km. The Gaza Strip acquired its current boundaries at the cessation of fighting in the 1948 Arab–Israeli War The territory takes its name from Gaza, its main city. Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN)

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) History of Gaza The known history of Gaza spans 4,000 years. It was ruled, destroyed and repopulated by various kingdoms, empires, and peoples. It was first built by Canaanites about 4000 years ago then it was ruled by - Ancient Egyptians - The Philistines - Persians - Greeks - Romans - Byzantines - Muslims

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Historical Sites in Gaza Strip Archaeological Sites There are a number of important archaeological sites in Gaza strip refers to different periods: - Tel al-Ajjul It is located east of Al Zahra city, south of Gaza It refers to the Bronze period (2100 B.C).

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Anthidon site It is located north west of Gaza It refers to the Greek period (500 B.C).

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Tel Umm Amer site It is located south of Gaza. It refers to the Roman period (fourth century).

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Byzantine church It is located north of Gaza. It refers to the Roman period.

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Architectural Heritage Most of architectural heritage are located in the old city of Gaza and refers to the Islamic periods especially Mamlouks and Ottomans periods, with an age ranges between ( ) years.

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Residential houses About 75% of remaining architectural heritage is residential houses refers to the Ottomans period with an age of about ( ) years.

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) The historical houses have some distinguished architectural elements such as: - Courtyard - Iwan - Indirect entrance - Small windows - Heavy materials - Ornaments

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) The dangers that threaten the architectural heritage - Demolition

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) - Disuse

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) - Misuse

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) - It belongs to the Engineering Faculty at the Islamic University of Gaza. - It was established in year It is the only centre in Gaza strip concerned in preserving the local architectural heritage. Aims of IWAN Centre - Preserving the architectural and archaeological sites in Gaza strip. - Increasing the public awareness of the importance of the local heritage. - Training local staff on architectural heritage preservation. - Preparing studies and researches related to local heritage. - Reviving local handcrafts and ornaments.

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Partner Organizations

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) IWAN projects Restoration projects - Al Alamy House Before Restoration

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) After Restoration

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) - Al Ashy House

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) - Al Sakka House

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Al Omary mosque In Jabalia

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Tell Umm Amer monastery Nusairat

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Tell Umm Amer monastery Nusairat

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Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Training Courses

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Training Courses

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Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Awareness activities

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Work obstacles The main obstacles are summarized by the lack of the following: - financial resources - Highly trained and specialised staff - Public awareness - Safety

Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Centre for Architectural Heritage (IWAN) Iwan Center is the Winner of Prestigious Regional Award for 2012

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