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  • How the Dutch have made their cities much better

How the Dutch have made their cities much better

January 5, 2022 / Dave / News
Thanks Dave

The great thing about all these photos is that the newest are not only not dominated by vehicles any more, they also have a lot more people and greenery in them.

These look like places for people to live and enjoy.
Dick

https://m.imgur.com/a/rffE0Oz

Brilliant

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