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▶ In this video, I delve into the peculiar population density distribution in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly focusing on Portugal's coast and interior regions. I highlight the stark contrast between the heavily populated coastal areas, especially around Lisbon and Porto - which begin to be considered as a Megalopolis - and the sparsely inhabited interior. Through population density maps and historical context, I explain how natural factors like topography and climate, alongside social and political dynamics such as historical neglect, economic disparities, and immigration patterns, have contributed to this phenomenon. Discussing the emergence of what could potentially become a full megalopolis along the coast, fueled by urbanization and economic opportunities, while also acknowledging efforts to incentivize development in the interior.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:42 Portugal's Population Density
01:54 What's a Megalopolis?
02:10 Examples of Megalopolis
03:14 The Atlantic Axis
03:41 Portugal's Megalopolis
04:14 Other Relevant Cities in Portugal
05:41 Portugal & Spain's Border Regions
06:03 Portugal's Historical Population Distribution Problem
06:43 Topography / Terrain
06:50 Topography's Effect on Infrastructure
07:47 The Issue of Land Usage
08:18 The Interior's Climate Issues
08:48 Portugal's Old Sea-Focused Economy
09:14 20th Century Policies & Dictatorship
09:56 Economic Disaster & Emmigration
10:27 21st Century Issues & Lack of Investment
10:56 Immigration Concentration
11:10 Recent Government Efforts & Incentives
11:26 Expansion of the Megalopolis
12:02 Summary
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