Restoration projects of water bodies that once were disappeared

Submitted by Ase Johannessen | published 14th Mar 2022 | last updated 7th Apr 2023
Sanlihe River Park /VCG Photo

The Sanlihe River, formed during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) but filled and gradually disappeared during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), has been re-dredged and restored and transformed into an ecological park. Beijing has made efforts in urban greening projects such as restoring historical rivers, expanding wetlands and constructing new green space. It also encourages afforestation, including the greening of three-dimensional structures such as roofs and walls. Source: CGTN News 

Introduction

GCA was asked for examples on restored water bodies from around the world. Through social media and though other sources, we have therefore listed some below. 

The question was posed by a Spatial Development student who is doing research about the possibilities for restoring old water bodies in the inner city of Rotterdam. This is a priority of the municipality to restore a number of disappeared water bodies in the inner city.

Examples of projects from cities around the world:

- Catharijnesingel - Utrecht

- Nieuwe Mark - Breda

- Saw Mill River - New York

- Cheonggyecheon - Seoul

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