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Date: Saturday, 20th March 2021

Time: Lisbon 12:00 noon | Washington DC 8:00 am | Melbourne 11:00 pm | Dhaka 6:00 pm

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Background:

Cities, hosting a complex mix of old and new artefacts, are soaked in memories and meanings. However, the wrecking ball of accelerating urban development is continued to be a global challenge in protecting the city’s historical icons. So-called development projects have become threats to the cities’ heritage and landmarks that are strongly associated with people’s memory and image of the city. Dhaka, for instance, the capital of Bangladesh has more than 400 years of rich history with many iconic buildings and memorable places having both tangible and intangible heritage values. Along with the country’s soaring economy, the new urban infrastructures are invading the places of ageing buildings and have given rise to heated debate. More specifically, it raises questions such as how can we rebuild our city without taking away its past? Or, how old and new can coexist while regenerating a city? How to preserve the memories and identities of a place in our city that was created in association with landmarks?

The overarching goal of this event is to raise public awareness by engaging people and built-environment professionals through creative activities and critical discussions. The event also coincides with the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence.