Afghanistan
We have transformed Murad Khani, a district of the Old City, from slum conditions into a vibrant cultural, educational and economic hub.
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Myanmar
We are restoring heritage buildings in downtown Yangon, supporting artisans and reviving traditional crafts across the country.
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Saudi Arabia
We are building project partnerships that provide artistic, technical and economic opportunities for artisans, and spur the growth of the craft industries.
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Jordan
We are supporting master artisans, reconnecting thousands of children and families with heritage and revitalising the ancient site of Umm Qais.
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Turquoise Mountain was established in 2006 by HRH The Prince Of Wales to revive historic areas and traditional crafts, to provide jobs, skills and a renewed sense of pride.
In blending heritage buildings, education and enterprise, Turquoise Mountain has created sustainable urban regeneration that hosts the revival of artisan industries. Turquoise Mountain now works in Afghanistan, Myanmar, Saudi Arabia and Jordan. To find out more click on our country pages above.
How we work
Turquoise Mountain works to protect heritage and communities at risk around the world, and to provide jobs, education and a renewed sense of pride. We focus on historic buildings and traditional crafts, in Afghanistan, Myanmar and the Middle East. Since 2006, Turquoise Mountain has restored over 150 historic buildings, employed and trained thousands of artisans and builders, built over 50 small businesses, and supported and generated $15.5 million in sales of traditional crafts to international markets.
150 Buildings restored worldwide
6K Trained in traditional crafts and heritage building restoration
50 Small businesses launched
$15M In crafts sold
136K Patients treated
1M Visitors to exhibitions