Application of physical and nonphysical elements in the conservation of historic core of city

The main aim of this paper is to demonstrate the mapping outputs historic core Gonabad city based on both physical and nonphysical elements. Despite fact that architectural elements have been sources data for conservation part cities, seemingly, cognitive map perceptions inhabitants could enhance level reliability outputs. methods research were designed survey interview collect data. was included current historical such as mosque, school, water storage, destroyed wall, gates, towers memories inhabitants. ArcGIS applied overlaying findings identified despite located in a specific location, perception people referred broader areas terms area. As conclusion, include different pattern development. played significant role highlight city. However, users not fitted exactly with geo-reference data, it more flexible conceptual forms. result study represented cores activity.