Spatial Characteristics of Miao Settlements in Changning,  Yunnan Province, China

Ai Lijuan; Pipu Boosabok

Authors

Ai Lijuan Faculty of Decorative Arts, Silpakorn University
Pipu Boosabok Faculty of Arts, Silpakorn University

Keywords:

Miao ethnic group, Settlements, Site selection, Spatial characteristics, Camping wisdom

Abstract

This article takes the Miao settlements of Changning in South China as the object of study. Through a combination of fieldwork, field mapping, and graphic language, spatial analysis of the settlements is carried out using ArcMap to objectively and scientifically analyze the spatial characteristics of the settlements. The objective is to seek the existence of an inherent logical relationship between the spatial characteristics, the Miao ethnic group, and the cultural contents of the settlements and to provide a basis for the conservation and sustainable development of traditional Miao settlements. The study concluded that the Changning Miao ethnic group mostly live in high-altitude mountainous areas with slopes of 10°–30° at altitudes of 2,000–2,300 meters. The settlements are mainly composed of mountains, roads, fields, and buildings. The spatial grouping of the settlement buildings is based on the family unit, each occupying fields, buildings, and internal roads, and shows a relatively evenly scattered distribution. The core factor influencing the spatial characteristics of the Changning Miao settlements is the cultural identity of the ethnic group.

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