Mardin historical Kuyumcular (Jewelers) Bazaar restoration evaluation

Abstract

Cultural sustainability is also under threat due to reasons such as the neglect of historical bazaars, inability to meet the demands of modern life, unconsciousness and lack of a conservation plan. In order to ensure the sustainability of the bazaars, it is necessary to understand the meanings of historical buildings and the social and cultural periods in which they are located. For this reason, while these areas are made reusable, the function of the building, its location, and its social and physical integrity should be in order for the building to contribute to social life. The Kuyumcular Bazaar, which is the subject of the study, is surrounded by a touristic and historical area with many mosques, madrasas and tombs. In addition, the bazaar is a great example of historical sustainability with its functional continuity. In the light of these reasons, it is aimed to reveal the future threats at the point of ensuring the sustainability of the bazaar by examining the architectural features and current situation of the Kuyumcular Bazaar.