7. The Medina of Tunis, a Heritage Model for Urban Sustainability


World Heritage Site: Medina of Tunis

Publication Year: 2024

Publication Type: Book chapter

Publication Identifier: WHEF5B4DAE0FD

Summary

The Medina of Tunis stands out as a model for urban sustainability, demonstrating how traditional heritage and morphology can enhance thermal comfort while preserving cultural significance. Safa Achour's study evaluates the medina's design and outdoor thermal conditions to provide actionable recommendations for urban planning. By integrating historical architecture with modern sustainability practices, this research offers a blueprint for balancing heritage conservation with social vitality in globalized urban landscapes.

Citation

Achour, S. (2024). 7. The Medina of Tunis, a Heritage Model for Urban Sustainability. Urban Heritage and Sustainability in the Age of Globalisation, 143–162. https://doi.org/10.11647/obp.0412.07

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