The Industrial Revolution led to the appearance of many social and technological
conveniences which facilitated access to attractions. The impact of these
developments was communicated in particular through greater comfort and higher
speed when travelling from cities to recreational areas. In Europe and North America
this was followed by the rapid development of railways. The high population concentration in large industrial centers triggered a need for recreation in the interests
of health. In the mid-19th century coastal resorts developed, offering opportunities for
bathing in the sea and mineral water cures.