The principle of linearity

Abstract

The article considers the concept of linearity in relation to objects of various scales, from a single city to the Eurasian macroregion. It is shown that the traditional understanding of linearity in the modern information society requires a more extended understanding. Based on the material on the history of the Great Silk Road, an assumption was made about a high level of trust as a necessary condition for linearity.

Keywords

• architecture
• urban studies
• history
• social psychology
• The Great Silk Road
• Greater Eurasia