Recognition of the Concept of “Persian Landscape” Based on Its Constituent Elements

Abstract

Examining the specific characteristics of various attributes and derivatives of the landscape is among the most important topics in the field of landscape study. The term “Persian landscape” refers to specific aspects of it that naturally possess unique features. Despite the significant importance of understanding the meaning and concept of the Persian landscape, its examples and instances are often referenced instead, while its essence and nature are overlooked. This has led to a multiplicity of meanings, causing various and sometimes inconsistent interpretations to arise. In the present study, an ontological approach is taken to delve into the essence and core concept of the Persian landscape, aiming to clarify its dimensions and constituent elements, and to refine this concept fundamentally. To explain the concept of the Persian landscape, this study employs an analytical-descriptive and documentary method. Initially, the constituent elements of the landscape were identified and introduced. Subsequently, the identity-giving components were examined to discuss their Persian characteristics. Accordingly, the Persian nature of the landscape is dependent on the existence and impact of natural and artificial elements with national identity, each encompassing a set of Persian identity-giving aspects. Additionally, the Persian-cultured human is recognized as an element with the highest capacity to manifest Persian identity in the creation of the landscape.

Keywords

• persian-ness
• elements
• identity
• human
• culture