Inhabited environment, heritage, landscape. Three challenges for minor centers in decline in Eastern Sicily. A teaching experience at the Versailles School of Architecture

Key Points

• Heritage preservation is critical for minor centers facing urban decline and identity loss.
• The teaching experience at Versailles School focuses on practical solutions to enhance landscape and sustainability.
• Students engage directly with local challenges, generating innovative ideas to revitalize these environments.
• Preserving cultural identity while addressing urban decline may inspire similar efforts in other regions.