6. Characteristics of Settlements
The chapter delves into the characteristics and transformations of settlements, particularly focusing on Tibetan camps in India, such as Bylakuppe, highlighting differences in urban morphology, street systems, and community structures. Emphasis is placed on how these settlements reflect social and cultural integration, as well as the evolution of residential and farmland distribution over time.
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What we have learnt
- The study of urban morphology provides insights into the characteristics of different types of settlements.
- Transformations in settlement patterns can reflect wider socio-cultural changes.
- The integration of traditional and contemporary elements is critical in understanding settlements' architectural evolution.
Key Concepts
- -- Urban Morphology
- The study of the form, structure, and organization of urban spaces and their social implications.
- -- Cultural Geography
- The branch of geography that deals with the cultural aspects of places and the ways in which culture is spatially distributed.
- -- Settlement Patterns
- The physical arrangement of communities in relation to their environment, which includes factors such as housing layouts, street designs, and community spaces.
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