Core Advances in Cultural Landscape Research and Pathways Towards Sustainable Development

As the theoretical core of cultural geography, cultural landscape research has undergone a century of disciplinary evolution, gradually establishing an interdisciplinary and integrative research paradigm. This paper systematically reviews the research trajectory of cultural landscapes, analyzes their academic development, and explores current research hotspots and challenges. The findings indicate that cultural landscape studies primarily focus on conceptual definitions, landscape gene identification, ecological function analysis, and cultural heritage conservation. With the deepening academic exploration of cultural landscape connotations, the research scope has progressively expanded to include rural landscapes, historical heritage conservation, the perception and assessment of cultural landscapes, and their dynamic evolution. Notably, the application of new technologies has facilitated precise spatial analysis and dynamic monitoring of cultural landscapes, significantly enriching both theoretical research and practical exploration. Future studies should strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, emphasize the protection of intangible cultural heritage, and explore sustainable development pathways in the context of globalization. Additionally, improving technical support systems and establishing a comprehensive cultural landscape value assessment framework will provide a scientific basis for the resilient conservation and adaptive utilization of cultural landscapes.