Analytical study to the Conservation and touristic development plan to rehabilitate al- Salehia in Damascus

This research highlights the role of urban heritage as powerful economic and touristic resources in addition to its role as an essential source for community development, as well as a basis to conserve the local culture and urban identity. The important objective of maintaining the site aims at protecting the values and the resources of the properties, as well as protecting the core materials ensuring its integrity for the benefit of future generations. The research aims to identify the concept of protection and conservation of the historic areas and to clarify the Al-Salehia is an concept (Buffer zones) or areas of protection.