Architectural Heritage of Karakalpakstan: Origins and Identity
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The article "Architectural Heritage of Karakalpakstan: Origins and Identity" is devoted to a comprehensive study of the architectural heritage of the region as an important component of the cultural identity of the Karakalpak people. The purpose of the study is to identify the origins of the architectural traditions of Karakalpakstan, their evolution under the influence of natural, historical, and ethnocultural factors, as well as to determine the role of architecture in the formation and preservation of national identity. The work uses interdisciplinary research methods, including historical and cultural analysis, architectural typology, field observations, and a comparative approach. Particular attention is paid to monuments of sacred architecture, residential and defensive structures reflecting the synthesis of local building traditions and the influence of neighboring cultures. In this study, dedicated to the architectural heritage of Karakalpakstan, comprehensive methods of scientific analysis were used to achieve the stated goals. First of all, “historical and architectural analysis” was used, which made it possible to trace the development of architectural forms and construction technologies in the region at different stages of its history. Then, a “comparative analysis” was used, with the help of which the architectural monuments of Karakalpakstan were compared with similar objects in neighboring regions of Central Asia. The study established that the architecture of Karakalpakstan was formed under the influence of nomadic traditions, Islamic civilization, as well as local climatic and natural conditions. Architectural forms, materials, and decor carry deep symbolism associated with the worldview and historical experience of the Karakalpaks. Scientific publications, monographs, archaeological research reports, historical documents, and photographs recording the condition and features of architectural monuments were used as an information base. The author emphasizes that the preservation of architectural heritage plays a key role in maintaining cultural identity and requires an integrated approach, including restoration, popularization, and integration into the modern cultural space. In conclusion, a conclusion is made about the need for further study, protection, and updating of architectural heritage as an integral part of the historical and cultural development of Karakalpakstan and an important resource of national identity in the context of globalization.
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