It is common to see citizens running along the road 25 de Julio StreetClose to the sea port. Dressed in sportswear, they perform daily exercises on the sidewalks and flower beds central to this busy road, especially in the morning.
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in it South Guayaquil We can easily see these scenarios, for example, along Vicente Trujillo, Los Ríos or Quito streets.
There is not much space to develop sports and recreational activities in the south of Buenos Aires as happens in the north with Samanes ParkIt's a need that residents of this area of the city have been asking for for years.
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Fabricio Dominguez lives in the Seguro neighborhood. Although it Forest park He is located six blocks from his home, and not having a suitable place to run or exercise frustrates him.
“The gardens look like squares, with small toys for children, and a few trees. For example, to go running I have to move forward. Saiba And see if the park is open. Furthermore, with the issue of insecurity, we must always be attentive to those arriving or riding around the area on motorbikes.
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Puerto Liza, Ramón Unamuno, España, Stella Maris, Bosques de Colores and Pradera 2 Sports Center are some of the most representative parks located in the south.
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to Johnny Condor, architect and urban plannerThe number of parks located in southern Guayaquil is insufficient compared to the density of surrounding housing.
The authorities have forgotten about the southern part of Guayaquil and do not give it its proper presence. If we want to develop a natural park, we have a way to do it, in the sector of the island of Trinitaria, in La Pradera, in LocksHe explained, “There are abandoned properties that can be utilized.”
Javier Castillo, architect and member of the Bienvenido Guayaquil FoundationHe analyzes that southern Buenos Aires needs a large green space focused on sports and recreational activities. “There are no such negative areas as in Samanes, areas where you can walk and meditate.”
Moreover, for the architect, there are many areas in the south that are considered slums. However, it is suggested through an application Confiscations You can start creating entertainment spaces.
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“Yes, it is a problem because in the south the area has been consolidated and we have to see where we can do something similar for the Samanes, or try to use small spaces, but give them more space the trees“More natural,” Castillo said.
He adds another drawback: Insecurity. “Before, people did not go to parks because they were in bad condition, the grass was overgrown or there was no light, and now the added fact is that no one wants to go out because one does not know what one will find. There,” says the architect. “They could get robbed there.”
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They operate on the banks of the Guayas River, between Francisco de Marcos and El Oro Streets, in the south of the city.
He added that residents of each region must communicate with… Gardens Close to your sector. “There has to be a way for them to become conservators to keep this in perfect condition. This too is lost,” he says.
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Gabriel Armechus walks across the country several times a week Eloy Alfaro StreetWhether you want to buy from a supermarket near your home or take the Metrovía bus.
Comment that extends Malecon 2000 Towards the south it can serve as an alternative as a recreational and even touristic space for the Buenos Aires area.
“It would be interesting to have a boardwalk in the south, an area designated for that pedestrians “Close to the river, perhaps friendlier to athletes,” thought Armikhus.
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But this proposal still raises diverse reactions about its feasibility.
that Guayas River As an alternative commute in the city, Condor suggests.
“The Guayas River is our view, it is our life. From there is practically trade and history Guayaquil. “Let's also give it the necessary importance,” the architect said. “There are many abandoned areas from Gómez Rendon Street to El Oro Street, many warehouses are abandoned, and many docks have been left as ship graves.”
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But for Castillo, building a corridor to the south would mean expropriating many of its properties Companies who work in the area.
“It's not as simple as saying, 'Let's tear everything down and start with an introduction.' Pier “There” because let's also remember that this part is symbolic, since the shipyards are still there, “said the urban planner.
He added that a project of this kind should re-power the region and include shipyards.
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