The Historical Water Systems of Istanbul and Their Preservation Problems: The Case of The Kırkçeşme Water System
Abstract
In this study, water systems in the city of Istanbul, which carries a city museum character among the cities of the world in terms of culture, scope, technique and usage characteristics have been discussed. The preservation problems seen in Kırkçeşme Water System and in the water buildings of this system have been mentioned. It has been neglected that the waterways associated with water, vital to life, must be preserved as cultural assets. These values are not preserved as a result of planning lacks, wrong policies, rapid development efforts and changes and distortions caused by unconsciousness. This article gives brief information on historical water systems and focuses on the introduction of Kırkçeşme Water System and the changes and deterioration in this system.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Engineering
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
June 1, 2018
Submission Date
October 13, 2017
Acceptance Date
March 2, 2018
Published in Issue
Year 2018 Volume: 31 Number: 2