Art Competition

In the run up to the Sabil week the rehabilitation of Damascus old city project is arranging an art competition with a topic related to Sabils and the Old City of Damascus. The competition period and the selection process should be in advance to the week, followed by an award ceremony during the Sabil week, and an exhibition of the pictures throughout the week. The theme should focus on the historical uniqueness and social impact of Sabils and/or water in the Old City, and be open to every type of art. Artists are encouraged to be creative!

Theme and outcome of the competition

The topic "Sabil" has an important social and historical aspect, which the project wants to highlight via art, which raises the awareness of residents in regards to the unique heritage of the public fountains.
The Sabils have a long history in Arab cities and especially in Damascus. In former times they provided water for travellers and inhabitants of the Town. The Damascenes can be proud of having Sabils and should be aware of their social and cultural present and history.
The goal of the competition is not to simply represent the sabils as they currently exist, but instead to portray different interpretations of Sabils which emphasize the important aspects of Sabils, such as the cultural, social, and architectural elements that make sabils unique.

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