Spatial distribution characteristics and influencing factors of China martial arts schools based on Baidu map API
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Martial Arts Schools (MASs) in China exhibit a clustered distribution, concentrated in provinces like Shandong, driven by cultural heritage and socio-economic factors. Educational levels show an inverse relationship with MAS density.
Area Of Science
- Spatial analysis
- Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Cultural geography
Background
- Understanding the spatial distribution of Martial Arts Schools (MASs) is crucial for cultural preservation and regional development.
- China's rich martial arts heritage necessitates an examination of how these institutions are geographically organized.
Purpose Of The Study
- To analyze the spatial distribution patterns of MASs in China.
- To identify the key factors influencing the geographical placement of MASs.
- To explore the regional characteristics of MAS distribution.
Main Methods
- Utilized Baidu Map API for data acquisition (latitude/longitude of 492 MASs).
- Employed Geographic Information System (GIS) software (ArcGIS 10.7) for spatial analysis.
- Applied techniques including nearest neighbor analysis, kernel density estimation, spatial autocorrelation, and geographically weighted regression.
Main Results
- MASs display a clustered spatial distribution (Moran's I = 0.172, P=0.079), concentrated in Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Hunan, and Sichuan.
- Identified a high-density core in Shandong, with secondary clusters in Hunan and Sichuan.
- Martial arts heritage (boxings, hometowns, intangible cultural heritage) and socio-economic factors (income, population density) significantly influenced distribution, while education level showed an inverse correlation.
Conclusions
- The spatial distribution of MASs is uneven and significantly influenced by regional cultural heritage and socio-economic conditions.
- Specific provinces serve as hubs for martial arts education, reflecting distinct regional characteristics.
- Further research into the interplay of cultural and economic factors can inform policies for martial arts development.
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