In the amazonic city of Tarapoto (San Martin-Peru), public space is the result of a process of urban expansion and the loss of large portions of green areas that used to provide important ecosystem services to the city. Nowadays, there is a scarcity of urban green spaces in Tarapoto and its socio-historical relationship with the environment has deteriorated significantly. In order to understand the cultural, environmental and architectural importance of amazonic public spaces, we will start a walk through the Suchiche park (environmental importance), El Achual spring (cultural importance), streets with vernacular houses (architectural importance), and finish with a final reflection from the experience at the Fondero spring.

Located between Beniatola and Shovabazar, Kumartuli or the potter's colony is famous for its numerous talented artisans, who are responsible for creating magnificent Durga idols with clay. The settlement has been in existence since the colonial period and over time has gained international recognition for its fine craftsmanship and artistry. The area is associated with the age-old practice of Durga puja and contributes significantly to the cultural identity of the city and its collective intangible heritage. The walk will delve into the historical narrative of Kumartuli and look at the area's transformation over the years.

We will walk following the promenade along the beaches of Donostia- San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain. The theme that will guide this walk is the women who had in the past and have now a close relationship with the sea throughout history. We will talk about women like Catalina de Erauso who crossed the Atlantic Ocean centuries ago, about the beach workers and the evolution of their work, about those who attended the bathers, about the workers in the port, and about those who now embark and work on boats right now.

Se caminará siguiendo el paseo alrededor de las playas de Donostia-San Sebastián. El tema que guiará este paseo es las mujeres que tuvieron y tienen una relación estrecha con el mar a lo largo de la historia. Se hablará de mujeres como Catalina de Erauso que cruzó el oceano Atlántico hace siglos, de las trabajadoras de la playa y la evolución de su trabajo, de las que atendían a las bañistas, de las empleadas en el puerto, y de quienes ahora se embarcan y emplean en barcos.

We will walk around the Canton neighborhood and explore its history, parks and projects. This an opportunity for new or old residents and non residents to have a conversation with interesting insights and stories while walking Canton. We will learn about the work of some passionate people who has been contributing lately to make Canton a vibrant place to live in or enjoy as a visitor.

Please join AIA NEPA a walk in Jane Jacobs's shoes. Two separate walks, giving you plenty of time to immerse yourself. First walk starts at 10am, then stay in the area for lunch and join this walk starting at 2pm. Click to learn more.

Please join AIA NEPA a walk in Jane Jacobs's shoes. Two separate walks, giving you plenty of time to immerse yourself. This first walk starts at 10am, then stay in the area for lunch and join another walk starting at 2pm. Click to learn more

A walk through Downtown Atlanta's Fairlie-Poplar district to highlight the benefits of having a density of street intersections for pedestrians, plus pedestrian-focuses urban development.

Passeggiata nel bellissimo rione San Saba, uno dei primi quartieri di Roma Capitale, leggendo alcune pagine delle ricerche di Jane Jacobs passeggiando nei cortili del rione popolare, parlando di Resistenza antifascista e dello stile architettonico "barocchetto romano" che qui trova il suo trionfo.

We will walk around the King Kothi neighborhood and the adjoining areas of Abids, and learn of its history, significance in terms of its function, connection to the city, architectural character and community.