Effects of Urbanization on Landscape Patterns in a Mountainous Area: A Case Study in the Mentougou District, Beijing, China

Effects of Urbanization on Landscape Patterns in a Mountainous Area: A Case Study in the Mentougou District, Beijing, China

We explored the process of urbanization in a mountainous area to seek a sustainable urbanization strategy. Previous urbanization research has mainly focused on flat terrain and coastal areas, and urbanization in mountainous areas remains poorly understood. This study integrated geographic informatio...

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Main Authors: Yang Yi, Yuanyuan Zhao, Guodong Ding, Guanglei Gao, Mingchang Shi, Yue Cao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-11-01
Series:Sustainability
Subjects:
urbanization
landscape patterns
landscape metrics
mountainous areas
China
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/8/11/1190

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