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Emergency consolidation and Restoration of the site of Jam

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Two years, 2003-2005
Aerial view of the minaret of Jam,

The project aims at the emergency consolidation, conservation and restoration of the Jam site and is jointly executed with the Italian project for the consolidation of the site of Jam and monuments in Herat. 

Expected results

  • Consolidated and rehabilitated Minaret of Jam
  • Increased national capacity in the conservation of cultural heritage
  • Income generated and training provided for Afghans of various backgrounds, in particular craftsmen and workers
  • Improvement of living conditions for local community
  • General positive impact on the economic situation of the country

    Donor: Government of Switzerland

    Lead Organization / Sector / OfficeUNESCO - Section of Tangible Heritage
    Associated Organization(s)Afghan Ministry of Information and Culture, Istituto per l'Africa et l'Oriente (IsIAO)

    • Contacts

    • Sabrina Zannier (s.zannier@unesco.org)

    States parties

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    Geographical focus:

    • Asia and the Pacific