GEOGRAPHICAL LANDSCAPE (CONCEPTS, DEFINITIONS, BRANCHES)

The special space resulted from the interaction between different and varied natural and human forces within a specified regional context are referred to as geographical landscape. The study of landscapes may affect the geographical approach we employ in understanding the fundamental relations between man and environment and investigating the effect of cultural context on natural structure as well. Utilizing approaches of this kind in our analyzing and describing the geographical spaces to optimizing the spaces and maintaining a sustained development of societies, requires a comprehensive knowledge of concepts, historical background and a statement of the theories put in the field. The present paper, employing the information and sources available, attempts to elaborate on the concepts and definitions of the geographical landscape, and reviewing its historical background, will end up in conclusion.