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temi e progetti

No. 106 (2023)

Remembering an abandoned city: tracing memories and urban narratives of refugees from famagusta

  • Georgia Klefti
DOI
https://doi.org/10.3280/TR2023-106003OA
Submitted
settembre 23, 2024
Published
2024-10-09

Abstract

On the background of the theoretical framework defined by the previous article, this contribution presents the outcomes of the empirical study focused on the abandoned city of Varosha within the city of Famagusta (Cyprus), viewed through the lens of Greek-Cypriot refugees. Using the mind map methodology, through structured interviews participants were prompted to draw Famagusta based on the memories of their lost homeland, revealing profound insights into their geospatial perception and personal connection to the place. This study enriches our understanding of Famagusta’s urban fabric and serves as a testament to the enduring ties between displaced communities and their home. Therefore, this article demonstrates the potential role that multifaceted layers of a city’s mnemonic spatial dimensions could play for informing future urban plans.

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