A study on Linpan in Agricultural Areas of Dujiangyan, Sichuan, China

Linpan, a traditional village style in Sichuan, China, is revealed as more than just an agricultural settlement—it represents a sustainable agro-forestry system deeply tied to cultural heritage. Research using satellite imagery, structural analysis, and socio-economic land-use studies identified Linpan's unique characteristics: scattered distribution with intervals of approximately 300 meters, five vegetation types, and deliberate maintenance of agricultural activities beneath tall trees. The study also highlighted the critical role of an ancient irrigation system, established over 2,300 years ago, in sustaining this landscape. These findings underscore the importance of preserving and revitalizing Linpan as part of post-disaster reconstruction efforts, particularly after the devastating 2008 Sichuan earthquake.

ISHIKAWA, M., KABILIJAN, U., OSAWA, S., TAKATORI, C., & MURAYAMA, K. (2011). A study on Linpan in Agricultural Areas of Dujiangyan, Sichuan, China. Journal of the Japanese Institute of Landscape Architecture, 74(5), 779–782. https://doi.org/10.5632/jila.74.779