Urban Planning in the Early Cities of Muslim Arabs
Principles and Practice
Urban Planning in the Early Cities of Muslim Arabs
Principles and Practice
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This book provides a concise reference guide on many of the early cities of the Muslim Arabs that emerged between the seventh century AD, and the early 11th century AD. Kamila Ashour traces the evolution of these cities in historical texts until the early 16th century AD, coinciding with the decline of the Mamluk state.
Urban Planning in the Early Cities of Muslim Arabs elucidates the organizational principles that shaped the urban fabric of these cities amidst ongoing controversy and debate. This book explores prototype models, urban fabric features, and their components, delving into the cultural impact of Islamic principles, Arab traditions, and ancient urban planning. The author presents theories explaining these cities' formation and models illustrating their structures and examines the applicability of these principles to contemporary cities. Its significance lies in correcting misconceptions about markets and their spatial relationships within urban environments, open public spaces, the evolution of institutions, and the urban structure of cities with single or multiple nuclei.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Medina
Chapter 2: Basra
Chapter 3: Kufa
Chapter 4: Al-Qahira
Chapter 5: Damascus
Chapter 6: Aleppo
Chapter 7: 'Anjar
Chapter 8: Ramla
Chapter 9: Kairouan
Chapter 10: Baghdad
Chapter 11: Samarra
Chapter 12: Fez
Chapter 13: Cities of Wadi Mizab
Chapter 14: Summary
Part III: Spatial Structure of Cities
Chapter 15: Urban Spatial Structure
Chapter 16: Urban Core and Spatial Structure
Chapter 17: Public Squares and Inner Courtyard Buildings
Chapter 18: Residential Quarters
Chapter 19: Commercial and Industrial Activities
Chapter 20: Institutions and Public Buildings
Chapter 21: Urban Fabric
Chapter 22: Summary
Chapter 23: Cultural Influence
Chapter 24: Organic City
Chapter 25: Models for City Planning
Chapter 26: Principles of Planning and Applicability to Contemporary Cities
Conclusion
Product details
| Published | Jul 09 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 396 |
| ISBN | 9781978761902 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Illustrations | 55 figures and 4 tables |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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