Analysis of the Spatial Distribution of Settlements Along the Canal in Handan Area

The canal and the settlements along its bank are mutually cause and effect.On the one hand,the excavation of the canal optimizes the economic environment of the coastal regions,and creates unique advantages in natural conditions,and the rise and fall of the settlements along the canal and the spatial forms are affected by the canal;and conversely,the settlements along the canal also drive the canal system to become more mature and accelerate the development of the canal.This paper sorted out the overall spatial characteristics and distribution factors of the settlements along the Grand Canal in Handan,and summarized various laws and directions presented by the generation and distribution of cultural heritage of such settlements,aiming to provide a new research perspective for the protection and utilization of settlements along the canal in Handan.