Rehabilitation of the river’s role in historic urban landscape of Shushtar, Iran

Shushtar, Iran, exemplifies a historic urban landscape shaped by sustainable human-nature interactions, particularly through its renowned hydraulic system. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009, the city's identity was deeply rooted in its river and water management, which facilitated nearly all aspects of daily life. However, modernization has eroded this connection, diminishing both the physical and spiritual ties between residents and their environment. This study focuses on reviving Shushtar’s unique values through landscape architecture and design, aiming to restore the city's daily life dynamics without resorting to museum-like preservation. By leveraging innovative approaches, the research seeks to re-establish the perceptual and functional relationships that once defined this historic urban ecosystem.

Sabbagh-Ziarani, P. Rehabilitation of the river’s role in historic urban landscape of Shushtar, Iran. https://doi.org/10.33915/etd.12025