UNESCO – Urban Regeneration Project for Historic Cairo (URHC)

Overview

SilverKey partnered with UNESCO to develop a website for the Urban Regeneration Project for Historic Cairo (URHC), aimed at preserving the city’s rich cultural heritage through digital mapping and public engagement.

Key Features & Solutions

• Online GIS Map System – Integrated geospatial mapping for tracking historical sites and urban planning.

• Interactive Website Design – User-friendly platform for researchers, conservationists, and the public.

• Heritage Data Management – Digital documentation of historic landmarks and restoration efforts.

Impact

• Enhanced accessibility to Cairo’s historical data and restoration projects.

• Improved urban planning through GIS-powered insights.

• Preserved cultural heritage by digitizing historical information.

SilverKey’s URHC website (2012-2013) provided UNESCO with a powerful tool for cultural preservation and urban planning, supporting global efforts to protect Historic Cairo’s architectural and historical treasures.