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Sense of Place

Definition

Sense of place refers to the emotional attachment or personal identification one has with a specific location due to its unique characteristics, experiences, and memories associated with it.

Related terms

Cultural Landscape: This is the visible imprint of human activity on a landscape, including buildings, crops, roads etc., which can contribute to one's sense of place.

Topophilia: This term describes a strong sense of love or emotional connection towards a particular place.

Place Identity: This is a component of personal identity that evolves from an individual’s knowledge about their physical environment and emotional experiences related to that environment.

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  • AP Human Geography - 3.3 Cultural Patterns

  • AP Human Geography - 6.11 Challenges of Urban Sustainability

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