COPENHAGEN (DENMARK) : A CITY FOR PEOPLE
It consists of a linear collection of four
Copenhagen is internationally
famous for its unique creation of
lively pedestrian streets. Also, it is
characterized by its laid back
outdoor cafes and its rich
cosmopolitan culture. Copenhagen
did not randomly sprout buildings,
roads and streets in a rushed
manner. However, as an example,
Stroget is a city located at the
nucleus of Copenhagen.
medieval streets that reaches 3,500 feet
long. Winding, relatively narrow streets
with old, long streets define this area,
producing a mysterious sensation from
the tightness and towering buildings.
1962 was a big year for Stroget, since its
main shopping streets began to convert
into a pedestrian promenade. About
96,000 square meters were designated
for pedestrian spaces, where cars were
permitted to pass through, only at low
speeds.
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Many unique qualities allow Stroget to be a pedestrianized center.

What makes the street unique to the human eye are the open,
stopping squares for formal and informal entertainments and
restaurants or coffee shops, along with food stalls and attractions.

Also, the street physically provides comfort and protection since the
natural anatomy and configuration of buildings act as wind barriers.
One of the best things about Stroget is that the street is made for
everyone and is for all types of crowds.

It brings people from diverse backgrounds, cultures and

ethnicities together on the same street. The presence of people
and activity, along with its relaxing, carefree environment and the
presence of various historical architecture, are the factors that
make people enjoy walking down Stroget.
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In addition, the amount of
bicyclists is impressive. Half of
all people, who work in central
Copenhagen, arrive by bicycle
in the summer time. About
70% of those bicycling also
bike to work during winter
months, despite the raining
and sometimes the icy
weather.
Moreover, there is no
apparent
discrimination of bike
riders, it varies from
business executives
and fashionable
women to old people,
students and parents
with tod
dlers (Ting, 2010).
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