Title: The Influence of Contemporary Transport on the Heritage Landscape of Lamu Old Town
Author: Abdilatif Hussein, Mugwima B. Njuguna & Gerryshom Munala
Abstract: Lamu’s Old Town’s unique architecture and urban layout, traditional Swahili construction techniques, its designation and status as a World Heritage Site has huge implications on the mobility requirements of its residents and workers and visitors. This study investigated the changing motorized-mobility landscape in Lamu Old Town and its implication, on the town’s planning, management and socio-cultural identity. The main purpose of the study was to examine the urban transport morphology characterising Lamu’s historic urban landscape and the challenges of proliferation of motorized mobility compatibility and conformity to the existing townscape. The study adopted descriptive survey design and a mixed survey research methodologies. Data collected through the study tools was analysed using statistical tools that allowed for the measurement of variables, relationships and patterns between them. The study population comprised of 21994 residents of Lamu Old To...
ISSN:0249-4655
Publisher:Knowledge-Ridge Publishers
Area/Scope:Business Economics and Management ;Social Science, Literature, Arts and Humanities; Engineering and Technology; Life Science and Physical Science; Health and Medical Science
Frequency: Monthly
Format:Online & Print
Language:English
Review-Process:Double Blinded
•Access: Open Access