As this is first microclimate research in Arwad Island, the above findings should be presented in a format that would be useful and appropriate for architects to make restoration and achieve the resilience for buildings and emphasizing the characteristics of the local environment during the hot period during control…
3. An overview of the site and case studies: 3.1. Climate in Arwad Island and Outdoor weather during the period of measurement: The general climate of Arwad island is Mediterranean moderate climate all year round, latitude 34.53North and longitude 35.53East, which is characterized by the four seasons, humid environment, rainy winter weather and the prevailing wind is south and southwestern (Amer and Abou Hamed 2011). The average value of the diurnal highest temperature in Tartous is in summer in…
exposed them to slander and unpopularity. While most believe that the Knights Templar were sacrilegious, a considerable number also believes they were targeted by French king due to their growing influence. Not only the French King, but also the Unification of Islamic Empires under the leadership of Saladin led to the downfall of the Knights Templar. French King Phillip IV arrested and later persecuted most of the Knights and once Jerusalem was recaptured by Muslims in 1187, the foundation of…
The hills to the east of the city create a colder climate with even tremendous rainfall. Tartus is known for its relatively moderate weather and high precipitation compared to inland Syria. Humidity during summer season can reach 0%. ("Central Bureau of Statistics," 2010.). Topography The city sprawls on the east coast of the Mediterranean Sea adjoined by the Alawite Mountains to the East. Arwad, the only resided island on the Syrian coast, is located several kilometers from the shore of…