Preservation and Regeneration of the Tomb of Abdul Nabi Khan (Kotli Maqbara) in District Gujranwala, Pakistan

Abstract

The research article is an effort to generate awareness about the architectural, cultural, and tourist value of the Mughal historic monuments which are categorized by distinctive building typology, construction techniques, and intricate details. Globally, cultural heritage is under grim threat due to natural hazards and human neglect. Selected case study, the tomb of Abdul Nabi (Kotli Maqbara) is a protected monument and, was being deteriorated due to the heavy floods. The objective of the research is to explore the project for the preservation and restoration of the monument. Desk-based research and case study methodology have been applied to document the heritage site and to assess the possible causes of decay. By the analysis of data collected by visual and pictorial surveys, it has been concluded that the monument with its surrounding area can be regenerated as a tourist site, ensuring a bright future for the neighbourhood communities.