Landscape of historical identity. Exploring Landscapes in the State of Liminality in/and the case of Sofratika

The aim of this paper is to examine (the concept of) historical landscape in the state of Liminality, their vague nature and associations to modern landscapes research and practice. Specific consideration will be given to associations of conventional landscapes with the subject of identity, history, cultural and heritage. An unmistakable position in these dialogues is possessed by the so-called traditional or historical landscapes which are specifically accepted to be in the state of liminality - rather stable and slow developing; of pre-modern root; appearing one of a kind cases of historical continuity of local landscape shapes as well as practices; uncommon and minimally protected. During different periods, the town of Sofratika has been occupied by different regimes that have influenced her landscape. This paper will examine how the state of liminality has affected different elements of the landscape.