1.a - characteristics forming identity of a place Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 6 factors influencing the identity of a place?
A
- physical geography
- political
- demography
- cultural
- socio - economic
- built environment
2
Q
Physical geography
A
geology
inland / coastal
climate
Drainage
Altitude
Aspect / relief
3
Q
Political
A
national gov
local gov
regional gov
voting patterns
4
Q
Demography
A
age
gender
migration
ethnicity
number of inhabitants
5
Q
cultural
A
Holidays
Events / events
local traditions
societies
services / businesses
Historical elements
6
Q
socio - economic
A
Income level
employment
education
family status
7
Q
Built environment
A
Architecture / style of buildings
Proximity of buildings → density of buildings
Transport links
Road patterns / layout
