Five cities in China awarded UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards
Updated: 2015-09-09 04:55
(chinadaily.com.cn)
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Honorable Mention
Sanfang Qixiang of Fujian province. [Photo/UNESCO] |
Project name: Sanfang Qixiang
Location: Fuzhou, Fujian province, China
The revitalization of Sanfang Qixiang has saved this traditional urban settlement from imminent redevelopment and promoted widespread recognition of the historically significant "Three Lanes and Seven Alleys" district. The project demonstrates a meticulous and comprehensive approach to conservation planning at the scale of both individual buildings and the larger landscape, drawing upon extensive archival research, in situ investigation and international conservation principles. The once deteriorated buildings were restored in an authentic manner using traditional building techniques and materials. The well-organized tourism strategy and appropriate land use control measures have maintained the serenity of this historic neighborhood. The culmination of this ten-year project directly contributed to the revival of community life and led Sanfang Qixiang to become a model for many historical areas in China.
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