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The document discusses vernacular architecture in Nuristan, located in northeast Afghanistan. It describes the sustainable design of the villages and dwellings, which are built using local materials and methods to be adapted to the harsh climate and mountainous terrain, in a way that respects the natural environment and cultural heritage. Compact villages are built on steep slopes to preserve flat land for agriculture. Homes are constructed of wood and stone using post-and-beam techniques, and feature stepp
- Author
- Pratibha Verma
- Language
- EN