THE CURRENT STATE AND ISSUES OF RESTORATION OF COLONIAL-PERIOD BUILDINGS IN SAMARKAND

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  • Vakhidova Lola Rinatovna Master’s Degree and Bachelor’s Student, Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

Samarkand, colonial period, restoration, architectural heritage, historical development, preservation, modernization, cultural heritage, urban studies.

Abstract

This article examines the contemporary challenges of preserving and restoring architectural monuments of the colonial period (second half of the 19th — early 20th centuries) in Samarkand. After the city was incorporated into the Russian Empire in 1868, its architectural landscape underwent significant transformation: administrative buildings, European-style residential quarters, educational institutions, and engineering infrastructure appeared. These constructions have become an integral part of the city’s historical and cultural heritage.

The study reveals that a considerable number of colonial-era buildings are currently in poor technical condition. Many structures have suffered from the effects of time, urbanization processes, and insufficient restoration practices. Modern restoration approaches require a comprehensive analysis of the architectural, structural, and artistic features of these buildings. Particular attention is given to the compatibility of modern construction materials with historical ones, as well as the preservation of the buildings’ authentic appearance.

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Published

2025-10-31

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 9 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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THE CURRENT STATE AND ISSUES OF RESTORATION OF COLONIAL-PERIOD BUILDINGS IN SAMARKAND. (2025). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 4(9), 1603-1605. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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