The Perception of Place Flashcards

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Age

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Peoples perceptions change as you get older

As people move through the life cycle their perceptions of places change

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Gender

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Roles of men and women reflect how they use a place
Stereotypical places with men and women
Women may feel less safe in some areas and therefore have a negative sense of place

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Sexuality

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Acceptance sexualities can improve someone’s sense of place if they have more of a belonging
LGBT zones such as Canal Street in Manchester
People cluster where they feel safe and can create ghettos

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Religion

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Some people have given places a spiritual meaning such as Ayers Rock in Australia
Religions have places which have great meaning to many people such as Mecca to the Islamic religion

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Role

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Peoples role within society change the way they view a place
As you go through life you loose and gain roles meaning you will view that place differently as this occurs

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