via : treehugger. December 9, 2010
10 Urban Spaces Around the World Reborn as Vibrant Green Parks
In some cities, parks are replacing asphalt, and city dwellers are suddenly discovering new green space just steps away.
To make cities more livable for an often growing population, government officials, activists and citizens are reclaiming unused or abandoned structures and lots and turning them into new, vibrant green spots that fill the surrounding areas with life.
These 10 examples --- spanning four continents -- are perhaps just the beginning of the concrete-to-green revolution.
Cheonggyecheon Public Park In Seoul, South Korea
After paving over a natural stream to add a road that then added to the traffic congestion in Seoul, city planners finally realized they made a mistake, and went back to restore the place as a public park.The $900 million Cheonggyecheon project broke ground in 2003 and opened to the public in 2005. Now it's a popular destination for residents and tourists.
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