Planning the Megacity

Jakarta in the Twentieth Century

Autori

• Christopher Silver

Parametri

• 254 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Architettura e urbanistica
• Ecologia e Ambiente
• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi

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The book delves into the planning history of Jakarta, revealing how urban development has evolved in Southeast Asia. Christopher Silver expertly outlines the transformation of Jakarta from a colonial capital with a mere 150,000 residents in 1900 to a bustling megacity of over 13 million by 2000. Through this exploration, the narrative highlights the significant impact of planning on the city's growth and the broader implications for urbanization in the region.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2011

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