A simplified model to assess landscape quality from rural roads in Spain

Ramirez, A Susana; Ayuga-Téllez, Esperanza; Gallego, E.; Fuentes, José María; García, Ana Isabel García

doi:10.1016/j.agee.2011.05.007

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“…However, vegetation, land use and texture are significant in both studies. These attributes were used in a simplified model for the particular case of landscapes seen from rural roads proposed by [21]. Further investigation could focus on simplifying the photo-based method.…”

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“…A photo-based method of assessing visual landscape quality was used to evaluate the landscape shown in each photograph. This method is an adaptation of the one proposed by [32] to Mediterranean landscapes [21], and was previously validated through surveys of experts and the general public [31].…”

Section: Evaluation Of Visual Landscape Quality: Photo-based Methodsmentioning

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“…Among them, approaches based on public perception have been used extensively in landscape assessment studies, since they complement approaches based on experts' opinions and are consistent with the ELC [16][17][18][19]. Visual landscape quality is often assessed by assigning specific and easily identifiable and valuable attributes or descriptor variables to the territory or scene using photographs as substitutes for the landscape [20][21][22]. The literature contains various publications on landscape assessment that focus on the relationship between landscape and roads [15], including the following notable examples.…”

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Visual Landscape Quality as Viewed from Motorways in Spain

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Motorways are large infrastructures that alter the environmental resources in a territory, while constituting an important element through which the individual comes into contact with the landscape. Motorways are integrated in the landscape through their layout design and construction, the aesthetic details of minor structures (design and building materials) and the treatment of embankments and landscape planting. In this paper, we test the following hypotheses: motorway elements are related to the perception of landscape quality—from the point of view of the road users—and the aesthetic characteristics of minor infrastructures and planting affect the quality of the landscape perceived from the roads. These research questions were tested by comparing the visual quality of the landscapes captured in 128 photographs taken from sections of motorways in Spain. We compared the results obtained from (a) a photo-based method, and (b) the public’s landscape preferences determined using a survey of 737 people. The results show a correlation between the landscape quality values obtained using the model and the landscape preferences expressed by the public. We also found that the presence of the motorway elements and their aesthetic characteristics are significant in the users’ perception. These results can be applied in the decision-making process for potential investments to integrate new and existing motorways in the landscape.

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“…Since the 1990s, GIS techniques have been more and more extensively used in the evaluation of landscape physiognomy (Lee et al 1999;Wu et al 2006;Ramirez et al 2011), along with 3D computer visualisations (Roth 2006;Griffon et al 2011).…”

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Method of retrospective evaluation of physiognomic landscape changes and its application in the West Polesie region (CE Poland)

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Since the mid-twentieth century, fundamental landscape physiognomy transformations have been observed. A number of different methods of evaluation of landscape physiognomy values have been developed so far. Nonetheless, the assessment of changes occurring in landscape physiognomy still poses numerous methodological problems. The objective of the study is to propose an original ''method of retrospective evaluation of landscape physiognomy changes'' and to present the results of its testing in a fragment of the ''West Polesie'' Biosphere Reserve (CE Poland) over the period from 1838 to 2011. The method is based on the comparison of the present character of landscape physiognomy with its probable image at the beginning of the period analysed. Such a retrospective assessment of the state of landscape in the 1840s was performed based on the analysis of old topographic maps, literary and tourist descriptions, as well as the analysis of paintings, and since the 1950s also aerial and terrestrial photographs. The analysis of changes in landscape physiognomy covered a route of 12 km. Changes in landscape physiognomy were assessed on the route along five 1-km sections distributed fairly evenly over the entire route. Both the former and current landscape physiognomy values were assessed at a scale from 1 to 10 points according to five precisely defined criteria. The obtained bonitation results were presented in the form of tables and subject to comparative analysis. The results showed that in spite of the large scale of changes, certain areas retained very high physiognomic values and still represent unique genius loci of the Polesie region. These areas were suggested to be covered by particular protection. In other areas, landscape physiognomy changes have the character of discontinuation. In spite of the subjective character of individual assessments, results obtained suggest that the method is suitable for the identification of the traditional (conservative) features, and for the purposes of conservation and management of the identity of unique landscapes.

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“…(2) The number of HII connections could be enlarged by taking into account judgments of preference expressed by tourists and residents on main and secondary roads currently present in the area under consideration. This may be implemented through the use of questionnaires, by conducting interviews and showing photographs for the assessment of the quality of natural and cultural resources found along the main and secondary roads [36,37]. The number of connections of the HII could be further expanded through the building of new paths.…”

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A Heritage Interpretation-Based Itinerary to Enhance Tourist Use of Traditional Rural Buildings

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Abstract:The study describes the planning strategy for a tourist itinerary in rural areas located in South-Eastern Sicily which aimed at promoting cultural rural heritage and diversifying the tourist offer. The planning of the tourist itinerary occurred within an appropriate heritage interpretation strategy as a working method which could facilitate the understanding and social use of the heritage sites located along the itinerary. The tourist itinerary combined significant territory potential such as traditional rural buildings and enogastronomy. It included a starting point; which is a heritage site and an already well known "tourist attraction", and several other tourist resources selected on the basis of the information derived from the analysis of the profile of the average visitor to the area. An interpretation center, which was located at the heritage site, and several interpretation media placed at each stopping point included in the itinerary supported the tourists during their trip. By promoting traditional rural buildings and enogastronomy, the tourist itinerary represents a significant opportunity for rural diversification and, therefore, can contribute to achieving sustainable socio-economic development of rural areas.

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A simplified model to assess landscape quality from rural roads in Spain

Cited by 31 publications

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Visual Landscape Quality as Viewed from Motorways in Spain

Visual Landscape Quality as Viewed from Motorways in Spain

Method of retrospective evaluation of physiognomic landscape changes and its application in the West Polesie region (CE Poland)

A Heritage Interpretation-Based Itinerary to Enhance Tourist Use of Traditional Rural Buildings

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