Role of urban preservation to achieve sustainable urban development – Preserving Erbil Citadel as case study

Urban preservation plays a crucial role in achieving sustainable urban development, as demonstrated by the case study of Erbil Citadel. The research highlights that integrating heritage conservation with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can prevent the loss of cultural assets and revitalize historical buildings within urban contexts. Specifically, the study emphasizes the importance of resettling original inhabitants to ensure the citadel's integration into the surrounding urban fabric rather than its conversion into a museum. This approach serves as a model for balancing traditional human life with modern sustainable development principles, contributing to the global preservation of cultural heritage while addressing urban sustainability challenges.

Al Ani, M. Q. A. G. (2022). role of urban preservation to achieve sustainable urban development – Preserving Erbil Citadel as case study. Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Administratio Locorum, 21(1), 15–24. https://doi.org/10.31648/aspal.7037