Category Archives: urban morphology

Multiple Nuclei Model of Harris and Ullman

Posted on October 31, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

Multiple nuclei model of 1945 by C.D. Harris and Edward L. Ullman is based on the argument that the cities have multiple growth points or “nuclei” around which growth take place. This model was given in an article by them “The Nature of … Continue reading →

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Problems of Cities

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

World is urbanising fast, and this unprecedented pace is causing problems. Some of the problems of urbanisation are Urban Sprawl Overcrowding Housing Unemployment Slums and Squatter Settlements Transport Water Issues Sewerage Problems Trash Disposal Urban Crimes Urban Pollution Poverty Climate … Continue reading →

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Indus Valley Civilization: Extent and Archaeological Finds

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

The Indus Valley Civilization covered parts of Sind, Baluchistan, Afganistan, West Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Maharashtra. Over 1000 Indus Valley Civilization sites have been discovered. Harappa Cemetery H & R37. Coffin burial. Granary outside the … Continue reading →

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Functional Classification of Cities

Posted on October 13, 2018 by Rashid Faridi

The structure and functions of any region varies in terms of function, history of development as well as age of the town. Some towns and cities specialize in some functions and they are known for some  products or services. However, … Continue reading →

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