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9. Measures Against Major Floods

The chapter discusses various flood prevention measures and conservation strategies for historic sites, focusing on both immediate barriers against flooding and long-term sustainability through natural methods, such as tree planting. It emphasizes the importance of learning from historical practices and the need for comprehensive plans that unite conservation and community living. The analysis of Ayutthaya's heritage sites highlights challenges in maintaining authenticity while employing modern construction methods.

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Sections

  • 1

    Measures Against Major Floods

    The section discusses various measures to protect historic sites from major floods, including emergency barriers and sustainable practices like tree planting.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.1

    Protection From Flooding

    The section discusses various protective measures against flooding, including barriers and traditional wisdom.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.2

    Mitigating The Impact Of Floodwater

    This section discusses various strategies to mitigate the effects of floodwater on historical sites, including the use of barriers, tree planting, traditional wisdom, and comprehensive conservation plans.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.3

    Reproducing A City Wall

    The section discusses measures for flood prevention and the historical significance of city walls in preserving heritage sites.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.4

    Rediscovering Traditional Knowledge Systems

    The section discusses the integration of traditional knowledge systems in contemporary practices for protecting heritage sites from floods.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.5

    Comprehensive Plan For Conservation And Utilization

    This section discusses flood prevention measures, conservation strategies, and traditional practices aimed at preserving historical sites while mitigating flood impacts.

    Learning Practice

  • 1.6

    International Symposium On Flood Resilience

    This section discusses measures to combat flooding and conservation strategies in flood-affected areas, focusing on protection systems and reusing historical techniques.

    Learning Practice

  • 2

    Conservation Practices And Philosophies

    The section discusses various conservation practices and philosophies aimed at preserving historic sites from flooding.

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  • 2.1

    Construction Techniques And Materials

    This section discusses various construction techniques and materials used for flood prevention and conservation in historic sites.

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  • 2.2

    Authenticity In Conservation

    The section discusses flood prevention measures and the role of traditional knowledge in enhancing the authenticity of conservation practices.

    Learning Practice

  • 2.3

    Challenges In Workmanship

    This section discusses the challenges and considerations in conserving historic sites, particularly in the context of flood prevention and authenticity in workmanship.

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  • 2.4

    Conservation Philosophy Of Restoration And Reconstruction

    This section discusses the conservation philosophy encompassing restoration and reconstruction of historic sites affected by floods.

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References

7 part d.pdf

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • Flood prevention requires a...
  • Historical context and trad...
  • The convergence of conserva...

Final Test

Revision Tests