Urban Sprawl Analysis and Modeling in Asmara, Eritrea

The extension of urban perimeter markedly cuts available productive land. Hence, studies in urban sprawl analysis and modeling play an important role to ensure sustainable urban development. The urbanization pattern of the Greater Asmara Area (GAA), the capital of Eritrea, was studied. Satellite ima...

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Main Authors: Mussie G. Tewolde, Pedro Cabral
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2011-09-01
Series:Remote Sensing
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/3/10/2148/