Physical geography and geology: Imprints on a landscape, Yunnan, China

R Bernhart Owen*

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    Abstract

    This article describes the major tectonic framework of Yunnan, and highlights lithological features that control various aspects of the landscape in this remote province of south-west China. Emphasis is placed on important existing and developing tourism centres. These include: the Kunming lakes region, the Er Hai area, the first bend of the Yangtze and the neighbouring Tiger Leaping Gorge, the Jiuxiang Special Scenic Area, and the Stone Forest near Lunan. These locations are increasingly affected by a diversity of agricultural and urban activities, as well as local and international tourism. Geography

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)279-287
    Number of pages9
    JournalGeography
    Volume90
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Sept 2005

    Scopus Subject Areas

    • Geography, Planning and Development
    • Earth-Surface Processes

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