and my grandmother Hemmat El Hendawy. It was you who originally generated my love for geography, history, culture and nature that is reflected in my passion to architecture, urbanism, city and heritage. Even though it has been years since you both have passed away, I still remember your lessons and learn from it everyday. vi vii TABLE OF CONTENTS
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