DOI: https://doi.org/10.14710/geoplanning.12.1.%25p

Urban Morphology and Development of Mae Hong Son Old City: A Geospatial Analysis for Sustainable Heritage Conservation

*Supharerk O-in orcid  -  Department of Geography, Faculty of Arts, Silpakorn University, Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, 73000, Thailand

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This study explores the urban morphology and development of Mae Hong Son's old city for sustainable conservation, focusing on the spatiotemporal changes in urban expansion. A combination of aerial photographs, high-resolution satellite imagery, and geospatial techniques such as Change Detection and Kernel Density Estimation (KDE) was utilized to analyze the city’s development patterns from 1971 to 2023. The findings reveal significant physical transformations, primarily driven by economic growth and increased settlement in the early 20th century. The expansion predominantly occurred in the northern part of the city due to topographical constraints. Despite modern urban development, Mae Hong Son has retained its unique identity through a blend of traditional wooden structures and modern architecture. The results underscore the importance of balancing urban development with the preservation of cultural heritage. This study contributes to understanding the historical urban dynamics of Mae Hong Son and provides recommendations for sustainable heritage conservation planning.

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Keywords: Urban morphology; Kernel Density Estimation; Cultural Heritage; Mae Hong Son

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