Students were invited to depict a place in the city that holds a personal memory and evokes a sensory experience—a sound, a smell, a feeling.
A creative journey into how emotions and memory shape our urban heritage.
College of Engineering & Technology Coet Alamein Campus
We’re excited to launch the Intensive Study Programme II (ISP) on
“Innovative Documentation for Cultural Heritage for Sustainable Tourism Development – Context Development”!
A promising start to two weeks of hands-on learning, collaboration, and heritage-driven innovation.
After two enriching weeks of learning, exploration, and collaboration, the TOURITAGE Intensive Study Programme concluded successfully on 14 July 2025 at the Universidad de Granada.
On the final day, student groups presented the outcomes of their workshops, showcasing creative and research-driven proposals for World Heritage sites in Córdoba and Granada. The presentations sparked engaging discussions with professors and heritage experts, who provided valuable feedback and reflections.
The event concluded with a warm certificate distribution ceremony, celebrating the efforts and dedication of participants from MENA partner universities — Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport – College of Engineering & Technology Coet Alamein Campus , Nahda University, Université de Gabès , Université de Jendouba — alongside international students.
A heartfelt thank you to all lecturers, organizers, and participants for making this experience truly impactful!
As part of the immersive learning experience at the Universidad de Granada, students and staff from MENA partners actively engaged in two impactful technical workshops:
Participants were divided into interdisciplinary teams to work on real case studies from Córdoba and Granada, proposing innovative approaches for interpreting, preserving, and activating these World Heritage cities.
The sessions encouraged creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving — linking academic knowledge with real-world heritage management needs.
As part of the Intensive Study Programme hosted by the Universidad de Granada, participants had the opportunity to explore some of the most iconic and historically rich sites in Andalusia, enriching their understanding of heritage conservation and sustainable tourism.
These visits provided a powerful experiential layer to the training, connecting theory with real-world heritage interpretation and tourism strategies.
We’re proud to announce the successful completion of the Intensive Study Programme (ISP) hosted by the Universidad de Granada (UGR), as part of the TOURITAGE project!
Participants from MENA partner universities — AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport – College of Engineering &Technology Coet Alamein Campus, Nahda University جامعة النهضة (Egypt), Université de Gabès (page officielle) and Université de Jendouba (Tunisia) — joined a diverse group of international students for a two-week immersive academic experience.
The theoretical component of the ISP featured a rich lineup of lectures delivered by UGR faculty and renowned guest experts, covering:
The program fostered collaboration, intercultural dialogue, and new insights into sustainable heritage development.
Thank you to all who contributed to making this ISP a memorable success!
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We are thrilled to announce the Winter Intensive Study Program (ISP) for the Touritage Project! 
Location: Kef, Jendouba University, Tunisia
Dates: –23rd, 2025
Title: Innovative Approaches for Knowledge, Preservation, and Enhancement of Cultural Heritage
This program focuses on the rich heritage of the UNESCO sites in the North West of Tunisia, including:
The Cathedral Saint Pierre
The Table of Jugurtha, a stunning natural and cultural World Heritage site
Stay tunned for immersive workshops, field visits, and engaging discussions on preserving and enhancing cultural heritage using innovative methods. 
📌Program : https://touritage.rnu.tn/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ISP-13-JANVIER.pdf
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🌟 Touritage Winter ISP at Nahda University, Beni Suef, Egypt 🌟
📅 Date: 1-
🎯 Title: Cultural Heritage-Based Innovation Documentation for Tourism Destinations
This exciting program will focus on the intersection of tourism and heritage preservation, exploring the rich history of the Meidum Pyramid Archaeological Area and Ihnasia City Archaeological Area.
Participants will engage with the historical and cultural significance of these sites while studying innovative approaches to preserving and documenting them for tourism development.
📌Program : https://touritage.rnu.tn/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/TOURITAGE_ISP-February-NUB.pdf
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Call for Registration: Touritage Winter ISP at AASTMT Alamein
Join us for an immersive learning experience titled « Reviving Roots: Reintegrating History and Heritage into the Evolving Contemporary Urban Identity » from 1- at College of Engineering &Technology Coet Alamein Campus.
Participants will explore and study significant sites like Leucaspis Marina and the War Cemeteries, combining heritage preservation with contemporary urban design strategies. Attendees will receive a training certificate from the AASTMT Department of Architecture and the TOURITAGE project coordinator Università degli Studi di Palermo , and training hours contributing to their graduation requirements.
Program : https://touritage.rnu.tn/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ISP_AASTMT_winter-cycle_.pdf
Don’t miss this opportunity! Register now : https://forms.gle/yhsokPquH9WwyFqL8
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Our TOURITAGE project team participated in the « Training of Trainers » from September 3-7, 2024, at Università degli Studi di Palermo Palermo, Italy! 
Tutors from beneficiary universities AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime TransportNahda University جامعة النهضةUniversité de JendoubaUniversité de Gabès (page officielle)Centre de Calcul El-Khawarizmi were trained on planning, implementing, managing, and assessing an Intensive Study Program focused on managing cultural heritage in tourism through the use of innovative technologies.
Day 1 Highlights (Sept 3rd):
– Professors Rossella Corrao & Calogero Vinci gave an insightful presentation on the IHeritage – ICT Platform MED Heritage , covering task management and technicalities in data gathering and heritage site modeling.
– Participants experienced hands-on demonstrations of VR & AR exhibitions, gaining insight into creating similar setups at partner campuses.
– Participants toured the UNESCO Arab-Norman sites of Palermo city center and other sites including Palatina Chapel, S. John of Eremites church, Palermo Cathedral, Cassaro (Vittorio Emanuele street) and Garibaldi Garden (Marina square), exploring the fusion of Western, Islamic, and Byzantine cultures.
Stay tuned for more updates!
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