Abstract
Rural landscapes are predisposed to a wide range of challenges and changes. These changes modify and transform rural setting rendering them desirable for habitation. Backed by a montane forest rich in biodiversity and other resources, the locale is blessed to possess a volcanic crater lake of exceptional beauty and attraction. The objective of this study is to appreciate the challenges of landscape assortment and beautification of a typical rural setting. Over the years, the rate of countryside transformation is on the rise. The primary method of information collection on the subject under study focused on first hand data from rural inhabitants. Questionnaires were administered residents of the study area. The questionnaires focused on ways of transformation of the rural area, duration, materials used and sources. The open and close ended question technique was adopted. Direct field observation and numerous visits to the study area were undertaken. Results obtained revealed the rapid rate of rural landscape transformation, the high rate of tourist visits and a beautification of the countryside. The study concluded that natural and human influences on the landscapes accounts for beautification.
Highlights
Primary activities dominate in rural communities and remain the economic back bone of this society
The growing food demands within the study area attracts the planting of different species of trees ranging from fruit trees, ornamental species, suitable trees for wood carving, artificial fencing and trees for roofing
The planting of trees within the study area greatly contributes in changing the panoramic view of Oku
Summary
Primary activities dominate in rural communities and remain the economic back bone of this society. As a matter of fact, tree planting along the slopes of Mount Oku has really gained grounds over the years. Both primary and secondary schools within the area are not left out in the tree planting exercise. Tree planting remains an integral part of agro forestry within Oku and should be highly encouraged. It greatly rekindles hope in agriculture which is considered as the mainstay of the society. The majority of farmers today in Oku are no longer conservatives Their open-minded nature makes the locale attractive to foreign visitors. A plethora of tourists are registered in the area duly as a result of her natural and artificial landscape
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