Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture , The Institute for Cultural Heritage Preservation Niš , Niš , Serbia
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Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture , University of Nis , Nis , Serbia
History , Faculty of Philosophy Belgrade, The Institute for Cultural Heritage Preservation Niš , Nis , Serbia
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture , University of Nis , Nis , Serbia
Due to a lack of awareness regarding the significance of architectural heritage and the application of inadequate preservation approaches, small towns in Serbia, including Vlasotince, face the risk of losing their historical identity. The increasing threats to architectural heritage across the country underscore the urgent need for a well-defined strategy for the protection and revitalization of historic urban cores. Architectural heritage is a fundamental component of cultural heritage and plays a crucial role in shaping both spatial and cultural identity. Its sustainable conservation and adaptive reuse offer substantial economic potential, directly influencing spatial development and reinforcing local identity.
This paper aims to emphasize the significance of architectural heritage in small towns of southern Serbia, with Vlasotince as a case study, and to propose fundamental guidelines for the development of future planning documents grounded in heritage values.
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