Concentric Zone Model

The Concentric Zone Model is a way to describe how many cities are organized. It suggests that a city grows outward in rings or zones from the center. The central zone is often the downtown area with offices and cultural sites. Surrounding it are rings with different land uses, like working-class neighborhoods, better residential areas, and suburbs. Each zone tends to have specific characteristics, and the model helps explain patterns of development, land use, and population distribution in urban areas. It’s a simplified way to understand the typical structure of many cities around the world.