Park of Kura Al-Assad Villages
Damascus, Syria

Transformation of a neglected open space into a lush public park, complete with children's playgrounds, a sports field, pond, petting zoo, café and park-keeper's accommodation -- the last two structures designed to evoke the vernacular buildings of the Palmyra desert.

Source: Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Location

Damascus, Syria

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Events

2002

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Park of Kura Al Assad Villages
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landscape