Sustainability of the Palestinian historic village of Battir

Battir, a Palestinian village renowned for its ancient terraced landscape and inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2014, faces significant challenges in preserving its historic built heritage while ensuring sustainability. A comprehensive Sustainable Plan, led by the International Peace and Cooperation Center (IPCC), outlines strategies for conserving the village core and enhancing its surroundings. The plan emphasizes the role of heritage preservation in creating socio-economic opportunities for inhabitants, focusing on better management of natural and cultural resources. Key findings highlight the current state of conservation and propose interventions to address these challenges, aiming to balance authenticity with sustainable development.

Kudumovic, L. (2021). Sustainability of the Palestinian historic village of Battir. Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development, 13(1), 28–42. https://doi.org/10.1108/jchmsd-08-2020-0124