Landscape functions: Some methodological issues for urban planning from a case study of Mtskheta, Georgia-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Landscape functions: Some methodological issues for urban planning from a case study of Mtskheta, Georgia

Published:2024 Issue:2 Volume:129 Page:145-158
ISSN:1212-0014
Container-title:Geografie
language:en
Short-container-title:Geografie

Author:

Elizbarashvili Nodar^ORCID,Meladze Giorgi^ORCID,Gordeziani Tengiz^ORCID,Sandodze Gela^ORCID,Grigolia Lado^ORCID,Gudzuadze Gocha

Abstract

Defining landscape functions is a pivotal aspect of landscape planning, involving collaboration among numerous specialists. These experts consider various factors such as the landscape-ecological situation, including structural and functional peculiarities, current conditions, natural and socioeconomic influences, scale, potential, sustainability, and socioeconomic functions imposed or anticipated by society. The article delves into the primary functions of landscapes and methodological aspects of their definition in urban planning. Specifically, it examines the landscape functions of Mtskheta, a historical capital of Georgia situated approximately 11 kilometers from Tbilisi. The classification units and outcomes of landscape planning are outlined. Following the research, five types of landscape functions were identified within Mtskheta: urban, environmental protection, environment restoration, recreation, and resource production. This outcome underscores the considerable ecological value of landscape planning methodology.

Publisher

Czech Geographical Society

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