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The impact of Iraqi climate on the design of Abbasid palaces: Case study of Al-Jaafari Palace in Samarra city
Abstract
Nowadays climate change is a critical issue everywhere, this study focused on the impact of local climate of Iraq which specially refers to design of Abbasid palaces location plans as well as Abbasid palaces characteristics and location. The study has been conducted mostly of Qasr Al-Jawsaq Al-Khakani, Balaklora Palace and Al-Jaafari Palace, the case study has been conducted considering the one palace along with site environment relation. In this research Descriptive analytical method focused mostly, in that study described Abbasid palace and then analyze the impact of the local climate on its design by taking vertical sections in open spaces to study the impact of wind and sun movement on the openings in the palace, with a simplified definition of each palace and applying the principle to the plan of one of Abbasid palaces. The research identified many climate elements including the location of the Palace, sun angle and local wind the elements of palace design like the courtyard, Ewan, and gates of the Palace. A questionnaire was prepared and distributed to a number of specialists in the field of architecture and the results of the answers were graphically analyzed to see the impact of local environment elements on the shortcomings to obtain the results..
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Karbala is distinguished by its rich architectural heritage. Deterioration of historic buildings can affect the city itself as well as the country as general. This research highlights the issue that Al-Ukhaidhir palace, located in Karbala city, is facing. There is no attention from local population, neither experts to protect the architectural heritage values of Al-Ukhaidhir palace. Therefore, there is a dire need for an action to protect the historical palace, aiming to save it for next generations and to increase tourism not just in the city, but for the country in general. After the introduction of the background problem, this study presents a literature review on Al-Ukhaidhir Palace, highlighting their significant heritage values and then summarizing the issues that are presently putting Al-Ukhaidhir Palace into danger. The methodology of this research is based in a case study, which follows a Qualitative method. This study contributes in identification of the significant values of the palace, proposing a theory on the protection of Islamic Architecture Heritage, from the issues that Al-Ukhaidhir Palace in Karbala City is facing and highlights the important role of experts and local population in the preservation process of heritage sites with its recommendations. It helps on the protection and documentation of heritage values in Al-Ukhaidhir Palace, having a global impact towards humanity issues.
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