An exploration of heritage practice in Turkey at the intersection of
academia, policy, and practice.
The papers published in this volume were among those presented at the
14th International ANAMED Annual Symposium (IAAS), held at Istanbul's
Koç University Research Center for Anatolian Civilizations in 2019.
Bringing together archaeologists and heritage professionals from diverse
backgrounds engaged in the conservation of archaeological and natural
sites, the symposium focused on topics of heritage conservation and
development in Turkey, with a particular focus on World Heritage Sites.
The papers in this volume explore the conservation and future of
archaeological and natural heritage, including but not limited to the
World Heritage Convention and its application in Turkey, site
conservation and financing of conservation work, community engagement
during archaeological research, and public perceptions of archaeology.
Providing reflection on and critical assessment of their own work, the
authors discuss both achievements and problems to create a clearer
picture of what works and what does not work in certain conditions.