Bangkok is not the only waterborne city on earth. In fact, there are several human settlements whose origins were also based on watery condition. Instead of starting to proceed this project in a vacuum, it is important to have a first glance at the other waterborne cities on their urban forms, developments, current situations focusing on physical elements, and urban problems. Since Bangkok has been called “Venice of the East”, it would be interesting to discuss briefly about the other “Venices”, including the original Venice itself, in order to compare and contrast their characters. The case studies would provide valuable references for further development of this project, which focuses on revitalization of water community in Bangkok.
Other than the original Venice, it is widely known that there are three more so called “Venices” situated in both Europe and Asia: Amsterdam in Netherlands, Suzhou in China, and Bangkok in Thailand.
Bangkok is not the only waterborne city on earth. In fact, there are several human settlements whose origins were also based on watery condition. Instead of starting to proceed this project in a vacuum, it is important to have a first glance at the other waterborne cities on their urban forms, developments, current situations focusing on physical elements, and urban problems. Since Bangkok has been called “Venice of the East”, it would be interesting to discuss briefly about the other “Venices”, including the original Venice itself, in order to compare and contrast their characters. The case studies would provide valuable references for further development of this project, which focuses on revitalization of water community in Bangkok.Other than the original Venice, it is widely known that there are three more so called “Venices” situated in both Europe and Asia: Amsterdam in Netherlands, Suzhou in China, and Bangkok in Thailand.
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