This fourth edition of the Prize highlights exemplary and exceptional projects in the conservation and management of cultural heritage in the Arab region. The 18 projects selected in the shortlist come from Tunisia, Bahrain, Egypt, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen. The winners will be announced at a ceremony scheduled for next November.
The jury committee, made up of six experts from the fields of culture, heritage and architecture, notably includes the Tunisian architect Najet Hedhly, specialized in sustainable development and heritage conservation.
The ICCROM-Sharjah Prize for Good Practices in the Conservation and Management of Cultural Heritage in the Arab World is a biennial distinction, awarded by the ICCROM-Sharjah Regional Center, aimed at rewarding innovative projects in the preservation of tangible and intangible in Arab countries.
Focus on the Venus Platform: Digitalization and cultural mediation at the Ennejma Ezzahra Palace
Launched on June 21, 2024 at the Ennejma Ezzahra Palace, in Sidi Bou Saïd (northern suburb of Tunis), on the sidelines of the celebration of the Music Festival, this innovative project, financed by the CMAM (Center of Arab and Mediterranean Music) is the result of a collaboration between experts in technology and heritage conservation, a passionate team whose ultimate goal is to promote the heritage of the Ennejma Ezzahra Palace.
Its objective is to transform the visitor experience through the complete digitalization of the palace’s collections and its spaces, taking into account the accessibility of blind or visually impaired people. This is a pioneering initiative, aiming to make history and culture accessible to all, while preserving and promoting our rich heritage.
The name of the platform “Venus” is chosen in reference to the Star Venus which is none other than Ennejma Ezzahra, like “Virgile” for the National Heritage Institute in Tunisia as well as the large platforms in the world, notably “The Mona Lisa” for the French museums platform.
This project, which began almost a year ago, offers unprecedented access to the spaces and digitized collections of the palace, allowing visitors, researchers and history lovers to discover the treasures of the Ennejma Ezzahra Palace in an interactive and immersive way.
Indeed, the visit route has been redesigned to integrate modern and inclusive technologies thanks to signage with QR Codes strategically placed to allow visitors to scan and instantly obtain detailed information on the objects exhibited via their smartphone. To guarantee accessibility for visually impaired people, Braille plaques are installed along the route. The visit is enriched by historical photographs offering a nostalgic look at the past of the palace and its countless collections.
With TAP
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