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Dehdadi Mosque Restoration Final Report
Date Added
25/06/2022
Content Type
Documentary
Category
Reports
Link to Content
Subject Area
Mosques
Author
"Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme"
Publisher Name
Aga Khan Trust for Culture
Year of Publication
2014
Description
The Dehdadi Mosque or Khanaqa (place of Sufi worship) was built in two distinct phases and architectural styles using highly intricate wood carved elements and floral stucco decoration. The large site includes a large reflective water pool and an open-plan madrasa used for religious education and mass prayer.
The objective of the project was to undertake essential repair and restoration works on an important historic monument in Balkh, employing local craftsman and daily labourers ensuring that the trained personnel can assist with future maintenance of the site. Additionally, the project aimed to make the site safe and accessible for use by the community as a religious and social space. This project will also provide a platform for continued development of Afghan professional capacity and training for skilled craftsmen.
The Mosque, as both a historic monument and a place of worship, remains an important part of social adhesion for the surrounding community. Any work undertaken would enjoy their support and that of local authorities and the various departments of the Ministry of Information and Culture. Furthermore, the project aimed at increasing public awareness towards the importance of preserving Afghanistan’s built heritage.