Seismic Vulnerability Assessment Of Bergama Bedesten

Project No2021IYTE-1-0014
Supported byBAP B
Project DirectorProf.Dr. Mine TURAN
ConsultantProf.Dr. Engin AKTAŞ
ResearcherRes.Assist. Hatice Ayşegül DEMİR
Project Budget2620 TL
Project Term30.05.2021-30.05.2022

This study aims to determine the unique structural characteristics of Bergama Bedesten, a masonry monument dating to the 16th-17th centuries and located in the historical center of Bergama, İzmir, and to define its vulnerable parts for earthquake loads. In line with the evaluation, the seismic safety of the structure will be defined and it will be determined whether it needs any reinforcement intevention or not.

Photo: H. Ayşegül Demir (2020)