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The study aims to investigate the role of cultural heritage in enhancing urban resilience in historic centers of Valencia.

July 11, 2026Urban ScienceOpen Access

Cultural Heritage, Proximity and Urban Resilience in Historic Urban Centres: Evidence from Ciutat Vella (Valencia)

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Randomized trial explores urban resilience through cultural heritage in historic centers, suggesting a balanced approach to community preservation.

The study aims to investigate the role of cultural heritage in enhancing urban resilience in historic centers of Valencia.
Applied four lines of research: socio-economic diagnosis, educational innovation, participatory action research, and digital tool implementation.
Involved 42 students in documenting historic commercial establishments and 30 stakeholders in community workshops.
Utilized technical documentation and diagnostic reports as empirical evidence.
Educational and participatory approaches enhance knowledge generation and social co-responsibility.
Community engagement enabled effective analysis of urban conflicts and transformation.
Proposed a model for adaptive intervention strategies balancing tourism and local life preservation.

Solís et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial explores urban resilience through cultural heritage in historic centers, suggesting a balanced approach to community preservation.