Investigation of Architecture and Structural Defects of Historical Halfetih Minaret

Abstract

Malatya is a city that has hosted many civilizations throughout history. Until 1840, Battalgazi district is another example of the city of old Malatya, where the first examples of Turkish-Islamic artifacts are found here. Castle, inn, madrasah, mosque, tomb etc. a large number of religious and civilian structures have been constructed. The Monuments  reaching our time are ruined. The best way to transmit this cultural legacy, which sheds light on our history, to the future is to restore them safely and without restraining the old historical doctrine.  In this study; The history, design, materials used and the causes of structural deterioration in this work were investigated in Halfetih Minaret, located within the borders of the Battalgazi district of Malatya Province. Various suggestions were presented on the results of the examinations made.

Keywords

• halfetih minaret,battalgazi,structural deterioration,protection

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