Factors contributing to the character of places

Factors contributing to the character of places can be categorised into two groups - endogenous and exogenous.

Endogenous factors contributing to the character of places

Endogenous factors are the local, internal characteristics which create a place’s identity.

Some examples of endogenous factors are shown below.

Exogenous factors contributing to the character of places

Exogenous factors are external influences on a place’s identity. They are caused by a place’s relationship with other places.