INTEGRATED LANDSCAPE PLANNING OF ROADSIDE ZONES AND REST AREAS IN ARID REGIONS

Integrated landscape planning of roadside territories in arid regions plays a crucial role in improving environmental sustainability, transport safety, and the comfort of long-distance mobility. This study examines landscape planning principles for roadside zones and rest areas along the A-380 Guzar–Bukhara–Nukus–Beyneu international highway within the Republic of Karakalpakstan. The region is characterized by extreme continental climate conditions, desertification processes, soil salinity, and water scarcity, which significantly influence the design and maintenance of transport-related landscapes. The research aims to develop scientifically grounded planning solutions for roadside green infrastructure and multifunctional rest areas adapted to arid environments. Methods include spatial analysis, climatic assessment, field observation, and comparative evaluation of international arid-region practices. The results propose a hierarchical system of rest areas, drought-resistant planting schemes, and integrated landscape-architectural solutions that enhance ecological stability and user comfort. The findings may be applied in regional transport planning and sustainable infrastructure development strategies.