Living heritage atlas Madinah

The Living Heritage Atlas | Madinah is a research project initiated by the Innovation Office that seeks to define and document living heritage in Madinah. Living heritage consists of the everyday practices and places that are kept alive by communities today.

These collectively identified stories will help inform how to plan for the city's future with support for protecting places important to Madinah's local community. Keep scrolling to explore stories of living heritage

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All stories uploaded generate a unique tile. Each colour represents a ritual, and each central shape represents a type of place.

Explore the atlas

The Living Heritage Atlas | Madinah contains a collection of stories that describe the practices, places, and social rituals kept alive by communities today. These stories collectively shape the identity and living heritage of Madinah.

Stories of living heritage in Madinah
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Community ownership and authorship is essential to defining living heritage. Share a story about a social practice or place that is meaningful to you in Madinah. All stories are cherished, and you can remain anonymous.

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