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Southwest Region. Public Domain
Southwest China
-Its Geographical Significance on the People-
The Southwest region of China is characterized by its rugged, hilly topography. Because of its proximity to the Bay of Bengal and the South China Sea, abundant rainfall dramatically affects the landscape (see picture below), causing erosion and denuded slopes. Because of this rough and variable terrain, there are various settlements throughout the region that are mainly self sufficient. They do this through cultivation of the land on plateaus created by the massive erosion, specifically the tropical plateau near Vietnam and Laos. There, they cultivate rubber and bananas. Other crops grown in this region include rice, winter wheat, tea, and beans.
The geographical features of this region impact the lifestyles of its residents, specifically their careers. A major industry in this region is the mining of tin; even more valuable has been the cultivation and production of opium. The residents' homes, transportation, and food staples are also affected by the geography. In the rural areas, people live in caves carved out in cliffs or mud brick houses, while traveling by foot, mule, or horse. In urban areas, residents most likely travel by car and live in apartments. The main food staples for the residents include vegetables, rice, ducks, and geese, because that is what is available to them based on geographical restraints (Understanding the Geography of China).
-Its Geographical Significance on the People-
The Southwest region of China is characterized by its rugged, hilly topography. Because of its proximity to the Bay of Bengal and the South China Sea, abundant rainfall dramatically affects the landscape (see picture below), causing erosion and denuded slopes. Because of this rough and variable terrain, there are various settlements throughout the region that are mainly self sufficient. They do this through cultivation of the land on plateaus created by the massive erosion, specifically the tropical plateau near Vietnam and Laos. There, they cultivate rubber and bananas. Other crops grown in this region include rice, winter wheat, tea, and beans.
The geographical features of this region impact the lifestyles of its residents, specifically their careers. A major industry in this region is the mining of tin; even more valuable has been the cultivation and production of opium. The residents' homes, transportation, and food staples are also affected by the geography. In the rural areas, people live in caves carved out in cliffs or mud brick houses, while traveling by foot, mule, or horse. In urban areas, residents most likely travel by car and live in apartments. The main food staples for the residents include vegetables, rice, ducks, and geese, because that is what is available to them based on geographical restraints (Understanding the Geography of China).
Works Cited
South China (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved November 23, 2016, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_China
Understanding the Geography of China (n.d.). In Asia Society: Center for Global Education. Retrieved November 21, 2016, from http://asiasociety.org/education/understanding-geography-china
Header Image: Southern China. Public Domain
South China (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved November 23, 2016, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_China
Understanding the Geography of China (n.d.). In Asia Society: Center for Global Education. Retrieved November 21, 2016, from http://asiasociety.org/education/understanding-geography-china
Header Image: Southern China. Public Domain