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4 th International Civil Engineering & Architecture Conference, Trabzon, Turkey, 17 May 2025 - 19 January 2026, pp.890-901, (Full Text)
Abstract. Climate change has begun to show its effects in
various fields both globally and in our country in recentyears. The impacts of
climate change pose serious threats to our cultural heritage, especially in
buildingsconstructed with stone materials. Environmental factors such as
temperature fluctuations, freeze-thaw cycles, andincreased humidity directly
affect the physical and chemical structure of stone materials, leading to
various formsof deterioration in these buildings. Deterioration, such as
cracking, surface wear, color changes, and generalstructural weakening, not
only threatens the aesthetic value of these buildings but also weakens their
structuralstability. If necessary precautions are not taken, this can result in
irreversible damage. In this context, Erzurum,known for its harsh and cold
climate, creates significant effects on historical structures, especially when
combinedwith the region’s continental conditions. A striking example of this is
the Yakutiye Medrese, which is constantlyexposed to these challenging climatic
conditions. In light of scientific studies and analyses conducted on the city’sclimate
and climatic variables, the aim of this study is to assess the effects of
environmental threats arising fromclimate change on historical buildings, with
a particular focus on the Yakutiye Medrese in Erzurum. The archivalresearch to
be carried out in this context is expected to play a critical role in tracking
cultural continuity and indeveloping preventive measures and conservation
strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change. These effortsare of vital
importance in ensuring the long-term preservation of cultural heritage.
Keywords: Climate change; Stone structures; Erzurum;
Yakutiye Medrese; Conservation strategies