Save the Heritage of Hassan Fathy is an International Association based in Geneva (Switzerland), founded in February 2008 to safeguard the heritage of the Egyptian architect, Hassan Fathy. His works constitute a patrimony of outstanding value which belongs to the cultural world heritage. The Association’s objectives are the following: - Raising the awareness of the public opinion about the importance of the work of the Egyptian architect - Providing a platform of exchanges between the concerned
The First UNESCO Scientific Committee has just been held in Louxor from 2-3 October 2010. Save the Heritage of Hassan Fathy, represented by its President, Leïla el-Wakil was among the scientific experts to discuss the implementation of the safeguarding project for New Gourna village. The outcomes of the mission shall be published in a few days.
