The Conservation of the Urban Architectural Heritage of Yemen

Yemen's architectural heritage, particularly the UNESCO-listed Old Walled City of Shibam, has gained global recognition for its millennia-old tradition of high-quality design and construction. This study highlights the unique urban culture in Yemen, where streets serve as multifunctional spaces for living, working, and social interaction, contributing to the preservation of architectural heritage. The research emphasizes the need for international conservation efforts, following appeals by Yemeni governments and UNESCO, to protect these significant cultural sites from degradation.

Lewcock, R. (2021). The Conservation of the Urban Architectural Heritage of Yemen. Economy, Society & Culture in Contemporary Yemen, 215–225. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003165156-19