Spatial Dynamics in the Pearl River Delta and Development Strategies

The transformation of Pearl River Delta (PRD) is characterized by a complex layering, spatial and temporal differentiation. Its complexity not only caused interactions between multiple layers like blue-green structure urban structure, but also the several large sub-regions that are mutually interrelated. This paper aims to characterise its evolution as basis for development strategies future development. In this research, combination spatial–temporal approaches layer analysis employed. Firstly, after mapping process PRD, important analysed. Secondly, mechanism driving forces studied in detail. Thirdly, main existing problems exposed causes these Finally, possible land-use schemes PRD outlined. It proposed land use regions should be divided into three zones four categories use. goals measures each category highlighted order make contributions planning design.