Settlement
A Settlement is a social structure that involves a permanent or temporary community where people live and interact.
- Context:
- It can (typically) include Residential Buildings and Public Facilities, which support the daily activities of its inhabitants.
- It can (often) be organized under a Local Government or administrative body that regulates its functions and services.
- It can range from being a Small Village to being a Large Metropolitan Area.
- It can feature various Infrastructures such as Water Supply Systems, Waste Management Systems, and Transportation Networks.
- It can influence and be influenced by Cultural Practices, Economic Activities, and Environmental Conditions.
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- Example(s):
- a Small Village that showcases traditional lifestyle and close-knit community interactions.
- a Large Metropolitan Area that demonstrates diverse cultural, economic, and technological dynamics.
- a Mining Town, typically established near mines and having a population primarily engaged in mining or related industries.
- a Colonial Settlement, which could be a town established during colonial times, reflecting the period's architectural and cultural influences.
- an Israeli Settlement, often involved in complex socio-political contexts.
- a Ghost Town, once a thriving settlement, now abandoned due to economic downturns or natural disasters.
- a Suburb, which is generally a residential area on the outskirts of a larger city, often with its distinct community structure but heavily reliant on the nearby city for employment and services.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- Nomadic Tribes, which do not establish permanent structures and often move locations based on seasonal needs or resource availability.
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- See: Urban Area, Rural Area, City, Town, Village, Financial Settlement.