Shrines of the 'Alids in Medieval Syria: Sunnis, Shi'is and the Architecture of Coexistence

The first illustrated architectural history of the Alid shrines in Syria, which are increasingly endangered by the conflict, has been published. The book explores the history and significance of these shrines, which are important to the Alid community and are located in various parts of Syria.
The book explores the history and significance of the Alid shrines in Syria, which are important to the Alid community and are located in various parts of Syria, and highlights the threats they face due to the conflict.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2019
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

The Alid shrines, a rich tapestry of architectural heritage, have faced a relentless threat from the ongoing conflict in Syria. These revered sanctuaries, steeped in history and cultural significance, have been tragically damaged, their structures demolished, and their invaluable artifacts stolen or destroyed. This tragic loss not only undermines the cultural heritage of Syria but also poses a significant challenge to the preservation of global architectural treasures.
The Alid shrines, a testament to the architectural marvels of ancient Syria, have been relentlessly ravaged by the ongoing conflict in the country. These revered sanctuaries, steeped in history and cultural significance, have suffered catastrophic damage, with their structures demolished, their invaluable artifacts stolen or destroyed, and their heritage irreparably eroded. This devastating loss not only undermines the cultural heritage of Syria but also poses a significant threat to the preservation of global architectural treasures.

The Alid shrines, a captivating tapestry of architectural heritage, have endured a relentless onslaught from the ongoing conflict in Syria. These revered sanctuaries, steeped in centuries of history and cultural significance, have witnessed their structures crumble, their invaluable artifacts stolen or destroyed, and their heritage irrevocably eroded. This tragic loss not only undermines the cultural heritage of Syria but also poses a grave challenge to the preservation of global architectural marvels.

The Alid shrines, a testament to the architectural brilliance of ancient Syria, have been relentlessly ravaged by the ongoing conflict in the country. These revered sanctuaries, steeped in centuries of history and cultural significance, have suffered catastrophic damage, with their structures demolished, their invaluable artifacts stolen or destroyed, and their heritage irreparably eroded. This devastating loss not only undermines the cultural heritage of Syria but also poses a significant threat to the preservation of global architectural treasures.

Weight: 774g
Dimension: 172 x 243 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474446334