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Exploring disaster resilience strategies for temple spaces: evidence from Longmen Mountain area in Sichuan

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Traditional temple spaces in the Longmen Mountain area of Sichuan Province, shaped by natural ecosystems and Chinese geomancy, reflect adaptability in the human–land relationship. However, their long-term survival in hazardous environments remains unclear. This study investigates their disaster-prevention adaptability using field surveys, geospatial data, and quantitative methods such as GIS spatial analysis. Results show that temples in disaster-prone areas favor flat terrains like towns, suburbs, and mountain platforms. As altitude and slope increase, the proportion of disaster-prevention space also rises, demonstrating adaptive principles. Complex spatial forms diversify disaster-prevention spaces, while simpler forms enable quicker refuge establishment. These findings provide insights into disaster prevention planning for modern human settlements.

Source: npj Heritage Science

DOI: 10.1038/s40494-025-01970-x