Unit 2 Urban Geography Flashcards
What recent improvements have been made to the CBD?
shopping malls renovated/expanded,
streets pedestrianised,
improvements to environments,
new pubs,clubs,cafes, cinemas
renovation of old buildings.
why have large shopping malls been expanded in CBD?
funded by council to attract customers back to CBD to create jobs and boost economy
eg st enoch centre
why have streets in CBD been pedestrianised?
to reduce traffic and pollution, make streets safer for shoppers, more pleasant to encourage shoppers
eg buchanan street
what improvements to the environment have been made in the CBD?
new bins, new benches, new tourist signs, new street lighting to attract more tourists and shoppers
why have new pubs, clubs, cafes and cinemas been added to CBD?
people nowadays have more disposable income to spend and more leisure time
eg cineworld, costa coffee
why have old buildings been renovated in the CBD?
to attract tourists and business to the area
eg city chambers, gallery of modern art
how can we identify the CBD on maps?
- many roads meet
- town hall + historic buildings
- tourist information + attractions
- bus station
- many churches
