Papers by Shelley-anne Peleg
מסע על פני המים, 2025
הקשתות המרשימות הסמוכות לעכו נראות
כחלק מאמת מים רומית, אך למעשה מדובר
באמת מים חדשה יותר. קורותי... more הקשתות המרשימות הסמוכות לעכו נראות
כחלק מאמת מים רומית, אך למעשה מדובר
באמת מים חדשה יותר. קורותיה של האמה
שסיפקה מים לעכו משקפים את תולדות העיר
וסביבתה, החל מאספקת מים לשתייה ולבתי
מרחץ ועד למלחמות ולמצור
"PATRIMONIO": Economía Cultural y Educación para la Paz (MEC-EDUPAZ), Mar 16, 2021
The goal of this paper is to question the idea of authenticity in the tourist industry, using the... more The goal of this paper is to question the idea of authenticity in the tourist industry, using the Old City of Akko (north Israel) as a case study. It will question the ability of tourism to serve as a tool for preserving living-cultural-heritage. Is there "authenticity" in tourism? Is cultural-based-tourism a means of preserving intangible heritage? Does cultural-based-heritage recreate heritage, invent heritage or is it just a means of creating experiences? Situated on a peninsula in North Israel, the old city of Akko is a vertical of many historical layers, from 5000 years ago till date. ¿Es el "Turismo Auténtico" un Medio para Preservar el Patrimonio Cultural Vivo?
Saving the Stones—Practical Conservation Training Program
ICOMOS Scientific Symposium, 2008
As a World Heritage Site, Akko is a veritable live laboratory for studying and practicing conserv... more As a World Heritage Site, Akko is a veritable live laboratory for studying and practicing conservation of historic sites and monuments. As an ancient city, once a major crossroad of Mediterranean civilizations, it has a rich and long heritage of oral traditions, social practices, rituals and festive events, as well as traditional crafts, art, music and culture. These aspects have barely been accounted for during development programs of the city. Local and international projects of the newly established International Conservation Center aim at enriching the character of the city by: *Enhancing the knowledge of the inhabitants of Akko about their city. *Safeguarding the intangible culture of the city by collecting, researching and reviving local traditions *Training conservation professionals at the sites of the city *Serving as a resource for all cultural and historic aspects of the city.
דבר עבר 19 , 2013
About practical training in conservation procedures within a urban historic contexr. the qrticle ... more About practical training in conservation procedures within a urban historic contexr. the qrticle was written for the Antiquites Authority Joirnal on Archaeology and conservation of cultural heritgae.
¿Es el "Turismo Auténtico" un Medio para Preservar el Patrimonio Cultural Vivo? Un Estudio de Caso en Old Akko, Israel
"PATRIMONIO": Economía Cultural y Educación para la Paz (MEC-EDUPAZ), Mar 16, 2021
Hagalila, 2022
בין המוחשי ללא מוחשי בצפת
Between Tangible and intangible heritage in Zafed (Hebrew)
Hagalila, 2021
A current view on the Fortifications of Tiberius (hebrew)
מבט היסטורי ועכשווי על מערכת הביצורים... more A current view on the Fortifications of Tiberius (hebrew)
מבט היסטורי ועכשווי על מערכת הביצורים בטבריה
As a World Heritage Site, Akko is a veritable live laboratory for studying and practicing conserv... more As a World Heritage Site, Akko is a veritable live laboratory for studying and practicing conservation of historic sites and monuments. As an ancient city, once a major crossroad of Mediterranean civilizations, it has a rich and long heritage of oral traditions, social practices, rituals and festive events, as well as traditional crafts, art, music and culture. These aspects have barely been accounted for during development programs of the city. Local and international projects of the newly established International Conservation Center aim at enriching the character of the city by: *Enhancing the knowledge of the inhabitants of Akko about their city. *Safeguarding the intangible culture of the city by collecting, researching and reviving local traditions *Training conservation professionals at the sites of the city *Serving as a resource for all cultural and historic aspects of the city.
Saving the Stones—Practical Conservation Training Program
Preservation Education
ICICH-MEC-EDUPAZ publication (Journal No. 19, Vol, 1, Year 10), 2021
The goal of this paper is to question the idea of authenticity in the tourist industry, using the... more The goal of this paper is to question the idea of authenticity in the tourist industry, using the Old City of Akko (north Israel) as a case study. It will question the ability of tourism to serve as a tool for preserving living-cultural-heritage. Is there "authenticity" in tourism? Is cultural-based-tourism a means of preserving intangible heritage? Does cultural-based-heritage recreate heritage, invent heritage or is it just a means of creating experiences?
As a World Heritage Site, Akko is a veritable live laboratory for studying and practicing conserv... more As a World Heritage Site, Akko is a veritable live laboratory for studying and practicing conservation of historic sites and monuments. As an ancient city, once a major crossroad of Mediterranean civilizations, it has a rich and long heritage of oral traditions, social practices, rituals and festive events, as well as traditional crafts, art, music and culture. These aspects have barely been accounted for during development programs of the city. Local and international projects of the newly established International Conservation Center aim at enriching the character of the city by: *Enhancing the knowledge of the inhabitants of Akko about their city. *Safeguarding the intangible culture of the city by collecting, researching and reviving local traditions *Training conservation professionals at the sites of the city *Serving as a resource for all cultural and historic aspects of the city.
תפקיד חומות טבריה. מבט היסטורי ועכשווי, 2020
In the past, when they were built, the fortification systems were military structures designed fo... more In the past, when they were built, the fortification systems were military structures designed for defensive warfare. They prevented the passage and infiltration of hostile forces and protected the cities from physical harm. In the historic urban landscapes of Israel, entire fortification systems remain in Acre and Jerusalem. They constitute significant landmarks in these cities and distinguish between the ancient historical area and the new areas that developed with the expansion and expansion of the cities. The ancient walls that surrounded the city of Tiberias are a special and unusual case in the landscape of Israel. They are 'present' but at the same time 'disappear'. Anyone who visits Tiberias or passes through it, cannot help but pass by them and notice the black monumental remains that stand out in the lower city and especially in the area near the Sea of Galilee. In their special shape and black stone, the walls give the city a special character. This paper looks into these fortifications and questions their presence in the city since built until date.
הגלילה, 2020
"אמר של עמיחי קובלינר במסגרת הקורס לתואר שני: " תהליך השימור והיעדים החברתיים
Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Intangible Heritage Guimarães, Portugal 17-19 September, 2019
ABSTRACT: The goal of this paper is to suggest that unique heritage values of Historical Urban La... more ABSTRACT: The goal of this paper is to suggest that unique heritage values of Historical Urban Landscapes combine both built heritage and intangible heritage values. These include the physical urban spaces, cultural properties of architectural, aesthetic, historical as well as cultural characteristics of the population living within them. This paper presents examples of intangible heritage in Historical Urban Landscapes in Israel and shows that this links the residents to their city, gives special meanings to their life, a unique local identity and a diverse collective memory. Successful scientific research methods, documentation and safeguarding procedures for these values are still developing. Recognition of this heritage has the power to join national development organizations and the local communities. Proper and careful management of these aspects can develop new sources of income for residents and integrate them into new industries in their city.
Lod "God of City – Diospolis" Lod of Archaeology and History the on Papers Collected, 2019
In recent years, archeological excavations and a wide community project in Lod have expanded know... more In recent years, archeological excavations and a wide community project in Lod have expanded knowledge about the past material culture of the city. The archeological discoveries, together with the historical sources, show that Lod had a glorious past, that it was an important center and that various Jewish, Christian and Islamic institutions developed there. But local knowledge about Lod is not limited to archeological remains and information in the written historical sources. Other elements of local knowledge have been perpetuated in a variety of other sources that have not yet been thoroughly explored, such as drawings and photographs. Through about 90 historical visual sources, this article presents some new historical insights of Lod and knowledge about local, traditional-daily -life in the city. It presents traditional unplanned vernacular structures alongside major religious carefully planned structures that even today are landmarks in the city. It shows that during the Mandate period, spacious stone structures, with large openings and along planned streets, were added to the city in new neighborhoods and some replaced mud buildings in the ancient historical nucleus. It shows how Lod retained her traditional agricultural-rural character despite the developments in the city.
Lod "God of City – Diospolis" Lod of Archaeology and History the on Papers Co., 2019
In recent years, many studies have dealt with the development of historical urban landscapes in I... more In recent years, many studies have dealt with the development of historical urban landscapes in Israel. But for the most part, these studies are part of extensive plans for the development of large cities such as Jaffa and Jerusalem or cities that are tourist attractions such as Akko and Safed.
As a small city, Lod never received academic attention, nor was her historical development systematically examined. Nevertheless, the city has an historical urban landscape composed of archaeological and historical layers. The purpose of this paper is to examine the historical development, the urban layout and the changes that occurred in the city from the end of the Ottoman period until the establishment of the State of Israel. Based on aerial historical sources such as aerial photographs, maps and urban plans this paper presents the topography, geomorphology and the development of the built environment of Lod and her surroundings. Early resources show that the city's name changed from Lod in the biblical periods to Diospolis during the Roman period and Lod in later periods. In addition these early sources also show that Lod's location on the road between Jaffa and Jerusalem was a central and important factor for the city until the establishment of Ramle, which is located south of Lod. Analyzing maps and aerial photographs shows that Lod's extensive urban development and expansion took place during the period of the British Mandate especially toward the west, parallel to the development of the central railway station. Changes in the urban space include new neighborhoods that were added in place of agricultural plots that once existed in this area. The ancient nucleus of the city developed over hundreds of years without architects and in accordance with the needs of the local population. Few changes that occurred in this area did not change its dense character, while new neighborhoods are , compatible the English Garden-City approach. All sources show that the city kept its rural and traditional agricultural character. It was a small town surrounded by many agricultural lands and a concentration of facilities that provided agricultural services.
A Holistic Approach to Conservation Studies: Active Conservation Learning in a Living Historic Environment. The Case study of 'Saving the Stones training program' at the International Conservation Center, Citt'a di Roma (in Acre -Israel), 2014
In the last few decades, study programs in Conservation of the Built Heritage have become a
topi... more In the last few decades, study programs in Conservation of the Built Heritage have become a
topic of discussion in Israel. To date, the term 'heritage-conservation' is used in Israel when
referring to the equivalent of the American term 'historic preservation'. Ongoing debates within
the Israeli conservation community have lately enlightened the fact that this term also refers to
archaeological-object-conservation, artistic-conservation, and architectural-site-conservation,
with no dissimilarity. Although there are many shared philosophies between conservators in each
domain, basic practical approaches and needs are different. Without recognizing these different
requirements, it remains difficult to tackle diverse training needs or academic programs. Four
academic programs are being conducted at different institutions and they include a bachelors
degree in conservation of sites and monuments at the Western Galilee College, a masters degree
in conservation within the archaeological department at the University of Haifa; a masters degree
program in Preservation and Development of Cultural Landscape and Cultural Heritage, within
the geography department at Bar-Ilan University; and a masters degree in architectural
conservation for architects at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. In addition, various
departments in other academic institutions offer heritage-conservation courses. But, these
programs and courses focus on architectural-site-conservation, which is as mentioned can be
compared to the American term of 'historic preservation'. And still, these programs have not yet
managed to influence the professional market and do not offer actual solutions to ongoing
challenges embedded in heritage management and the heritage-conservation process.
Social and community aspects and their role in the process of conserving tangible cultural assets in a historical urban landscape, 2018
In recent years, social aspects have assumed a central place in decision making and prioritizatio... more In recent years, social aspects have assumed a central place in decision making and prioritization regarding development and conservation in historical urban landscapes. In principle, a unique authentic relationship exists between residents of historical urban landscapes and the archaeological remains or historical structures. It is this relationship that creates a unique local cultural heritage. The procedure of conserving a historical urban landscape is therefore a holistic one, which requires understanding and researching the physical space and the local society residing in it. This raises numerous questions: What are social values? What is the relationship between social values and physical values in a historical urban landscape? How can physical and social values be identified, understood, and incorporated in conservation procedures? How can we create a partnership with the local society to conserve the unique local cultural heritage? This article addresses these questions in the Israeli context. The main conclusion is that it is important to study, cultivate, and develop new methods to conserve historical urban landscapes in Israel. At the base of these methods is recognition and respect of local daily needs, and creation of a long-term partnership between them and the conservation and development organizations. Such cooperation will enable a joint long-term conservation procedure, safeguarding many aspects of cultural heritage in the historical urban landscape, serve as a basis for developing new sources of livelihood, and in itself create a sustainable process.
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Papers by Shelley-anne Peleg
כחלק מאמת מים רומית, אך למעשה מדובר
באמת מים חדשה יותר. קורותיה של האמה
שסיפקה מים לעכו משקפים את תולדות העיר
וסביבתה, החל מאספקת מים לשתייה ולבתי
מרחץ ועד למלחמות ולמצור
מבט היסטורי ועכשווי על מערכת הביצורים בטבריה
As a small city, Lod never received academic attention, nor was her historical development systematically examined. Nevertheless, the city has an historical urban landscape composed of archaeological and historical layers. The purpose of this paper is to examine the historical development, the urban layout and the changes that occurred in the city from the end of the Ottoman period until the establishment of the State of Israel. Based on aerial historical sources such as aerial photographs, maps and urban plans this paper presents the topography, geomorphology and the development of the built environment of Lod and her surroundings. Early resources show that the city's name changed from Lod in the biblical periods to Diospolis during the Roman period and Lod in later periods. In addition these early sources also show that Lod's location on the road between Jaffa and Jerusalem was a central and important factor for the city until the establishment of Ramle, which is located south of Lod. Analyzing maps and aerial photographs shows that Lod's extensive urban development and expansion took place during the period of the British Mandate especially toward the west, parallel to the development of the central railway station. Changes in the urban space include new neighborhoods that were added in place of agricultural plots that once existed in this area. The ancient nucleus of the city developed over hundreds of years without architects and in accordance with the needs of the local population. Few changes that occurred in this area did not change its dense character, while new neighborhoods are , compatible the English Garden-City approach. All sources show that the city kept its rural and traditional agricultural character. It was a small town surrounded by many agricultural lands and a concentration of facilities that provided agricultural services.
topic of discussion in Israel. To date, the term 'heritage-conservation' is used in Israel when
referring to the equivalent of the American term 'historic preservation'. Ongoing debates within
the Israeli conservation community have lately enlightened the fact that this term also refers to
archaeological-object-conservation, artistic-conservation, and architectural-site-conservation,
with no dissimilarity. Although there are many shared philosophies between conservators in each
domain, basic practical approaches and needs are different. Without recognizing these different
requirements, it remains difficult to tackle diverse training needs or academic programs. Four
academic programs are being conducted at different institutions and they include a bachelors
degree in conservation of sites and monuments at the Western Galilee College, a masters degree
in conservation within the archaeological department at the University of Haifa; a masters degree
program in Preservation and Development of Cultural Landscape and Cultural Heritage, within
the geography department at Bar-Ilan University; and a masters degree in architectural
conservation for architects at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. In addition, various
departments in other academic institutions offer heritage-conservation courses. But, these
programs and courses focus on architectural-site-conservation, which is as mentioned can be
compared to the American term of 'historic preservation'. And still, these programs have not yet
managed to influence the professional market and do not offer actual solutions to ongoing
challenges embedded in heritage management and the heritage-conservation process.