The Philosophy of Space and Place in Geography: Analyzing the Historical Urban Development of Kerman City Through the Spatial Distribution of Mosques

Abstract This article aims to examine the significance, status, and role of mosques in Kerman city, and the meaningful correlation between mosques during different urban periods and the identity of urban development. It seeks to demonstrate the potential identity of mosques in the city, showcasing the primary role they play in Kerman's development. Using various analytical methods and tools, the study will illustrate the role and standing of mosques in the urban development of Kerman. Therefore, this research is analytical and based on field surveys, which can also be categorized as applied methods in this field. The tools employed in the research process include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis tools to demonstrate the spatial development trends of the city. The results indicate that mosques have had effective programs for urban development during the examined periods, and the spatial distribution of mosques serves as a close proxy for urban development. Therefore, locational data for places of worship, which is often readily available and accessible, can be utilized to extract historical urban development over a specific timeframe.