Resumen de Architectural and landscape study of Medieval Fortifications.: Case study of �Béni Abbes� fortress in Bejaia, Algeria
Mohand Oulmas, Amina Abdessemed-Foufa
�Qalaas� or Fortresses where symbols of power and authority in Algeria between the 7th and 15th century during the Arab conquest. They were once, built by taking into account strategic and defensive purpose in order to get away external attacks. This paper aims to present the architectural and landscape characteristics of Medieval Fortifications in Algeria. The following study is an attempt to collect some basic information such as architectural typology, functional survey, defensive system, and spiritual and living place in order to better protect these fortifications. The current study focuses on the �Beni Abbes� fortress in Bejaia, which reveals the Hispano-Maghrebin history. It was founded at the crossroads of three important historical events: the end to the Hafsid dynasty, the Spain invasion and the Ottoman period. In order to achieve this, we will carry out a detailed architectural survey of the whole fortress and landscaping assessment. A methodology for landscape and heritage assessment will be developed specifically for this Berber kingdom fortress, for its knowledge and recognition.
