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A Study on the Defensive Characteristics and Sustainable Conservation Strategies of Ming Dynasty Coastal Defence Settlements in Fujian

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  • Jingyi Xiong

    (College of Art and Design, Fuzhou Technology and Business University, Fuzhou 350715, China)

  • Chunshan Ke

    (College of Art and Design, Fuzhou Technology and Business University, Fuzhou 350715, China)

  • Mingjing Xie

    (College of Landscape Architecture and Art, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China)

  • Kaida Chen

    (College of Landscape Architecture and Art, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China)

  • Xiaodong Wang

    (College of Fine Arts and Design, Jimei University, Xiamen 361021, China)

Abstract

The maritime defence settlements of the Ming Dynasty are a key component of China’s military cultural heritage. This study examines the three coastal defence sectors of Fujian by establishing a three-tier evaluation framework utilising GIS spatial analysis and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) for quantitative assessment. The findings reveal that the synergy between military outposts significantly enhances overall defence effectiveness, while the independent defence capability of each stronghold is crucial for withstanding external threats. A comprehensive evaluation further indicates that the Fujian central coastal defence sector, characterized by its robust economy and densely distributed fortifications, demonstrates the highest level of defensive performance. By systematically quantifying the defensive performance of Fujian’s maritime defence settlements, this study develops an evaluation model that provides a scientific basis and decision support for value assessment, sustainable conservation, and adaptive reuse of this category of military cultural heritage.

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  • Jingyi Xiong & Chunshan Ke & Mingjing Xie & Kaida Chen & Xiaodong Wang, 2025. "A Study on the Defensive Characteristics and Sustainable Conservation Strategies of Ming Dynasty Coastal Defence Settlements in Fujian," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(18), pages 1-29, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:18:p:8406-:d:1753245
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