Conservation, rehabilitation and enhancement of Yamchun fortress, Wakhan Valley, Tajikistan Available to Purchase

The World Bank funded the restoration of the ancient fortress of Yamchun in the Tajik region of Gorno-Badakhshan to ensure its conservation and to promote tourism. Located in the Pamir Mountains, an incomparable natural setting, the fortress has a rich history in which its role as a crucial stop for Silk Roads traders stands out. The research and intervention project developed by INES Ingenieros, with the counselling of the Miguel Aguiló Foundation, aim to stop the deterioration of the fortress, enhance its heritage value and provide a sustainable management plan. To achieve this, several studies were carried out, including fieldwork, laboratory tests and modern technologies application. The results informed the proposal of restoration measures compatible with the fortress’s heritage values, as well as the most suitable interventions and activities to improve the tourist experience and provide a new, sustainable income source for the Wakhan Valley people. Restoration works are expected to begin in 2025 and will be carried out by a different firm than the project.