Antrop, M., 2005, Why landscapes of the past are important for the future, in: Landscape and Urban Planning, 70,
- Author : Antrop, M.
- Year : 2005
- Journal/Series : Landscape and Urban Planning
- Volume Number (CONSECUTIVE: Counting all Volumes of this Journal ever published) : 70
- Pages : 21-34
- Abstract in English : OUTLINE: Landscapes change because they are the expression of dynamic interaction between natural and cultural forces in the environment. Cultural landscapes are the results of consecutive reorganization of the land in order to adapt its use and spatial structure better to the changing societal demands. This article analyzes the unique character of changes in today’s landscapes, the reasons why these felt by many as a menace and why the gradually disappearing traditional landscapes are still valuable for the future. The focus is upon the European situation.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: landscape management, landscape change, cultural landscape, rural landscape, European landscape convention, Europe.