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Which is more fearsome: tigers or cars?
On 29 July we celebrate International Tiger Day in Dhaka. This raises the question: how would you prefer to die, by tiger attack or by poison?
An ode to mixed use
Neighbourhoods that combine a mix of housing, shops, and other amenities make life easier and reduce unnecessary travel, key ingredients to a livable city!
Moments from the 2nd Livable Cities South Asia Regional Meeting
Partners and HealthBridge staff from Bangladesh, India and Nepal gathered in Bangalore, Jan 28-Feb 1, 2017, for the 2nd Livable Cities Meet.
Carfree streets coming to Dhaka
The mayor of Dhaka north is following through with his commitment to create carfree streets ...
Cycle Day campaign in Bangalore: fun on two wheels and more
Thousands of people take to these streets playing traditional games, skating and running, meeting neighbours and making new connections.
In the name of progress: Vietnam
Cyclists and pedestrians have been literally squeezed out. Crossing the road has become a high risk sport, not for the faint of heart. Do the Vietnamese notice this loss of their own public spaces? I am not sure; climbing out of poverty is probably more pressing.
Visiting a vastly more liveable Hanoi!
The streets were full of life: thriving sidewalk cafes with diners watching the activity on the streets, children cycling, musicians playing, traditional actors performing, and a sense of enjoyment of the city.
Carfree Day Celebrations
Our events include various types of playful activities in the streets, to raise awareness of how much more space—and fun—we could have if our streets weren’t clogged with cars.
Promoting accessibility and inclusivity: big words, but can we achieve them?
When a city is completely inaccessible for people with disabilities, where do we start? Or should we just throw up our hands and declare defeat?
