Introduction Mexico City has its origins in the foundation of the Ancestral City of Tenochtitlan. Its history relates to the combination of the legends of the polytheistic religion of the indigenous culture. It is said that the Mexicas-in traditional historiography, called Aztecs- left Aztlan (the mythical homeland of Aztec culture,
Waste Generation and Management The commercialization of products has changed the way the consumer consumes. The waste generation has increased manifold, with newer waste adding to the existing lot every single day. We are staring at an abyss as the present waste disposal methods have their shortcomings and a proper
Waterfront Development and the River Water is one of nature’s elements which is very much important for our survival. Our bodies are also 70% water, kids’ stuff-right? Why are we not respecting water as a resource knowing very well that fresh water is a finite resource and we are still
History of architecture is the study of the evolution of architecture through the ages and across a wide range of geographies and cultural contexts. From the Mesopotamian civilization to the Egyptians and Greeks, architectural history is a transnational one. In the following article you will learn more about different architectural
Originality of Heritage UNESCO and its Heritage Conservation Committees have been working ceaselessly to conserve, safeguard, and list World Heritage Sites, yet more than 95 percent of these sites and buildings remain unexplored. The historic core of society has been a constantly shifting phenomena, adapting to changing societal dynamics. The
Cities and urban areas are the most represented types of heritage on the World Heritage List. World Heritage Cities are also among the World Heritage Properties that appear most often in state of conservation reports. Economic, social and political changes in recent years – globalization, multiplication of key players, decentralization,
Urban conservation refers to the preservation and protection of historic, cultural, and architectural resources in urban areas. This can include the preservation of buildings, streetscapes, and neighborhoods, as well as the protection of natural and cultural landscapes within a city. Urban conservation efforts can also include the rehabilitation and adaptive
