Modelling the terrain with high accuracy is vital to create modern settlement areas, and to find solutions that threaten the people. Traditional land surveying is a time-consuming and expensive method. Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is a powered aerial vehicle without a human operator. UAV related case study publications have been increased since last two decades. Detailed three-dimensional (3D) information on the land surface can be obtained from high spatial resolution point clouds. Modelling the terrain requires up-to date information. UAV can provide high-resolution images with low cost in the order of centimeters. We can reconstruct the terrain in a 3D representation using photogrammetry. In this study, we model a village located in Aksaray city using UAV photogrammetry. We created the orthomosaic and Digital Surface Map (DSM) of the region to characterize the terrain in detail. The obtained model and maps will help us to generate modern living space.

With the increasing population, the problem of people's need for shelter has also emerged. In many settlements, structures were built without the necessary planning. Three-dimensional (3D) models of these lands should be created in order to make land management plans. Technological improvements in remote sensing have made easier the terrain modelling. To make a better land management plan of rural areas, we need high resolution maps. Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is one of the methods in map production, which can obtain spatial data with high accuracy. In this study, we created 3D model of Yaylak village located in Aksaray District using UAV Photogrammetry. We created high resolution Digital Surface Map and orthophoto map of the village using the pictures obtained from e-Bee. Using these maps, the administrator of the region will decide healthy decision. This study shows us UAV can be used in preparing the necessary maps for designing the settlement area.

Natural and cultural diversities are one of the important heritages of a society. In conformity with UNESCO's Convention for the Protection of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, it has been noted that such heritage should be protected. Turkey is among the top five countries that have the most cultural and natural heritage registered in the list of intangible cultural heritage. It is also important for humanity to protect and promote these heritages. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles have been an effective technology in evaluating and documenting the current status of cultural heritages and obtaining their three-dimensional models. In this study, a three-dimensional model of Narlıgöl, one of the important natural heritages of Turkey and located between Aksaray and Niğde provinces, was obtained with UAV data. In order to detect the changes in our cultural and natural heritage and to take the necessary precautions, these heritages should be recorded and followed up at certain periods. In addition, web-based promotion of these heritages is also important in terms of nature and cultural tourism. For this purpose, the current situation of Narlıgöl natural heritage was documented with UAV data and its three-dimensional model and orthophoto map was obtained.