The Transformation in Built Environment and Its Effects on Social Aspects in the Neighborhood in the City of Benghazi, Libya.

Öz

This study looks at how alterations in urban planning and architecture affect community togetherness, cultural identity, and social dynamics in Benghazi, Libya. It employs a blended methodology, finding that traditional neighborhoods reinforce community bonds, whereas modern impacts change social interactions. The analysis emphasizes the importance of safeguarding cultural heritage in urban growth and advises a balance between tradition and modernization. It adds to post-conflict urban development comprehension in the Middle East and North Africa, providing understandings for urban planners and policymakers searching for sustainable, culturally-wealthy, and socially cohesive urban environments.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Urban Planning
• Architecture
• Social Interactions

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