This paper presents a method of development concerning maps of changes in the population distribution in Poland after the Second World War . The phenomenon is presented by means of isolinear maps based of the population density index. The resulting maps illustrate the population distribution in intervals of approximately 10 years. Moreover, the changes themselves are presented in balance maps corresponding to periods between the selected dates. The maps highlight spatial changes in the population distribution in Poland. The key task was to develop a method of preparing maps providing an objective and comparable image of the population distribution. This was obtained by means of the isoline method with the application of a multipoint representation of administrative units (basic fields) differing in terms of area and shape. Comparability was also achieved through the appropriate preparation of standardised map legends (colour scales and isoline interval). The maps were prepared in scales of 1:8,000,000 (state maps) and 1:400,000 (change/balance maps).
ARTICLE HISTORY
Tereny miast i strefy podmiejskie charakteryzują się dużą dynamiką zmian użytkowania ziemi. Kosztem użytków rolnych, niekiedy również lasów, zwiększa się udział terenów zabudowanych na cele mieszkaniowe, przemysłowe, usługowe i komunikacyjne. Lublin jest miastem, w którym proces ten w ostatnich latach przybiera znacząco na sile. Efektem jest wyraźna zmiana sposobu użytkowania gruntów, a co za tym idzie przemiana krajobrazów terenów wiejskich położonych w sąsiedztwie Lublina. Celem pracy jest uchwycenie przemian użytkowania ziemi na terenie miasta i strefy podmiejskiej w ostatnim czterdziestoleciu w ujęciu przestrzennym (kartograficznym) i statystycznym. Podstawą analiz były mapy topograficzne w skali 1:10 000 z lat 70. i 90. ubiegłego wieku oraz zdjęcia lotnicze w skali 1:13 000 z 2009 r., w odniesieniu do których określono wielkość i dynamikę przemian. Największe zmiany w strukturze użytkowania stwierdzono w odniesieniu do gruntów ornych (ubytek ponad 8,6%), zabudowy zwartej (wzrost o 2,4%) i zabudowy rozproszonej (wzrost o 5,0%). Obszarami największych przemian były gminy Jastków, Konopnica, Wólka i Głusk. Zbadano również charakter jakościowy zmian.
The technologies of development, issuing, and visualisation of maps have changed over recent years. New forms of presentation have developed. Making maps available on mobile devices considerably increases their range of users. This can be used in a broadly defined scheme of promotion. This is determined in part by the practical function of maps, the mass and common character of their use, visualisation of maps on various information carriers, as well as the multimedial and interactive character of modern electronic maps. The objective of the article is to evidence the usefulness of modern cartographic products for the promotion of tourism. The issue will be presented based on the changing functions of modern maps, and based on the example of Roztocze. Maps evoke tourists’ interest in a tourist region. They show its special values and attractions, effectively encourage visits and exploration of the region, and create its positive image. The effect of maps on their recipients is strong due to the presentation of promotional content with the application of modern forms of cartographic communication. Owing to varied cartographic products, Roztocze is promoted both in the virtual (internet) and actual space (on information boards in the field). Abundantly issued tourist maps are available throughout the country, and complement the means of promotion of tourism in the region.
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