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Through the description of three experiences of field-based research in transition countries, the paper wants to give an insight regarding how the working methodology of an early-stage researcher can be conditioned, passing through the changes imposed by diverse contexts on time. Specifically, the contribute underlines the importance given to widespread heritage safeguard in different geographical contexts (Albania, Montenegro, Myanmar) and develops reflections regarding the influence given by the context over applied conservation policies. Starting from the challenge in trying to adapt a background of knowledge and studies developed in a determined culture and environment to radically different time by time, the paper then argues over the confrontation needed to further mature theoretical tools to manage diverse situations, so as to set in discussion and adjust to each context the methodology acquired in time.
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The paper is referring to data gathering campaign launched by the Institute of Monuments and Culture of Albania (Instituti i Monumenteve të Kulturës, from now on IMK), which material was possible to consult to develop the investigation.
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The sheets are organized containing the information as follows: name of the property, localization, dating, former and present use, date of inscription of the property in the list of Albanian Cultural Heritage. Such structure is derived starting from the classification of IMK listing, finalizing the data by adding the documentation gathered from other sources.
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The buildings are mainly used for public functions (museums, radio stations, cinemas, theatres), although also some residential units were indicated.
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Pyu period is dated between 200 BC and 900 AC.
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The nomination documents and description of the sites can be retrieved at http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1444/.
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The author wants to express her gratitude to the experts met in the sites presented in this paper. In Shkodra: Ervin Gjini, former director of IMK Shkodra; in Stari Bar: Sauro Gelichi, Riccardo Belcari, Claudio Negrelli, Mladen Zagarčanin; In Sri Ksetra, the Lerici foundation and its staff: in particular, Patrizia Zolese and Mauro Cucarzi.
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Vigotti, F. (2018). Learning by Practice from an Early Researcher Perspective. Investigating Widespread Heritage in Transition Countries. In: Petrillo, A., Bellaviti, P. (eds) Sustainable Urban Development and Globalization. Research for Development. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-61988-0_20
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