noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
picturesque scenery; place of scenic beauty
Refers to natural landscapes or views that are exceptionally beautiful; often used in travel guides and official designations.
この地域は景勝地として知られている。
This area is known as a place of scenic beauty.
景勝の地を訪
I set out on a journey to visit scenic spots.
noun
advantageous position; strategic location
Only when written 形勝
Rare, literary use referring to a location with natural defensive or strategic advantages; restricted to the kanji form 形勝.
その城は形勝の地に築かれた。
The castle was built in a strategically advantageous location.