South Asia
MAN MADE MODIFICATIONS
Terrace Farming
What is terrace farming?
Terrace Farming is a farming method that makes use of a hill to create a multiplatform farm.
Why create terraces?
To make the best of poor soil, water conservation, and mountainous terrain.
Monsoon in South Asia
Building on Stilts
What are stilts?
A set of upright posts that are used to hold a building up above water or the ground.
Why build on stilts?
To prevent houses from flooding. The metal and wooden stilts ensure ths smallest environmental impact.