ИСТИНА

Landscapes of different rank and type are operational territorial units for planning economic activity in the mountains. Mapping landscapes is a complex process that combines field research with the analysis of topography and vegetation using available topographic maps and images. For the purposes of sustainable development, it is important to reflect landscape areas characterized by homogeneous conditions of natural resource potential and the risk of hazards. In addition, the characteristics of the cultural value of various landscapes for the local population and accessibility for development are important for the mountains. Mapped landscapes serve as the basis for landscape planning and functional zoning. A comparative analysis of large-scale landscape mapping in Altai, the Tien Shan and the Caucasus will be given.