Babylon… A Living Architectural Lesson for Architecture Engineering Students

The Department of Architecture Engineering at the College of Engineering and Information Technology organized a scientific trip for first-year students to the archaeological site of Babylon, as an educational step aimed at establishing practical understanding and linking theoretical concepts with real-life field experience.

The visit was conducted under the supervision of first-year design course instructors and aimed to introduce students to the most prominent archaeological landmarks of the city, as well as to explore the architectural and planning features that distinguished Babylonian civilization. This contributes to developing a solid academic awareness of the importance of cultural heritage and the necessity of preserving it as an essential part of urban identity.

The trip included a scientific tour of the Directorate of Antiquities and Heritage, along with field visits to the most important archaeological sites in Babylon. Professors provided detailed explanations of the architectural and historical characteristics, highlighting the role of academic studies in documenting and preserving this heritage for future generations.

This activity is part of a series of scientific programs that the department is keen to organize, aiming to develop students’ skills and strengthen their connection to their cultural identity through direct exposure to historical architectural models—positively impacting their academic and professional paths in the field of architecture.

 

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