The Strategy of Urban Developiitet

Historical citadels, such as Erbil Citadel, play a pivotal role in shaping urban development and serve as significant tourist attractions. This study identifies the interactive effect of citadel urban fabric on the broader city landscape, influencing Erbil's growth over centuries. It proposes strategies for sustainable urban development in historical cities, particularly those centered around citadels, to balance preservation with modernization. The research employs a case study approach focusing on Erbil, analyzing its comprehensive urban development and its impact on both local and global tourism. As the capital of Iraq's Kurdistan region, Erbil's citadel exemplifies how historical structures can be integrated into contemporary urban planning while maintaining their cultural significance.

Al-Hinkawi, W. S., & Al kubaisy, S. A. (2018). THE STRATEGY OF URBAN DEVELOPiIETIT. Iraqi Journal of Architecture and Planning, 9(1). https://doi.org/10.36041/iqjap.v9i1.210