%0 Journal Article %T Research on the Characteristics of the Rural Landscape Based on the System of Landscape Evaluation %J - %D 2017 %X Rural landscape is a forward field in the scientific research on scenery. Under the circumstance of rapid urbanization in China, the implementation of rural landscapes is extremely urgent. The characteristics of country landscapes have been the accelerator of the sound and sustainable development of the rural economy and society. As a result, the research object of study is the five natural villages in Xiying county in the central part of Shandong province. Based on the classification of the rural landscapes, and combined with expert opinions, the comprehensive evaluation system for rural landscapes has been built, which consists of total target layer, factor index layer and function index layer. Besides, the study analyses the characteristics of the five rural landscapes in the investigation area based on the system. By defining the characteristics of the landscapes, the vitality and attraction have been inspired. Meanwhile, the study provides reference for the similar study. %K Rural Landscapes %K Index System %K Landscape Evaluation %K Characteristics %U http://www.sciencepublishinggroup.com/journal/paperinfo?journalid=183&doi=10.11648/j.ijsts.20170506.13