Walkable and Bikeable Cities Lessons from Seoul and Singapore

Seoul and Singapore, two high-density Asian metropolises, share common aspirations today to be more walkable and bikeable. Much has been done in both cities to improve the pedestrian and cyclist environment. Seoul has been actively reclaiming road space for the people, with iconic projects like Gwanghwamun Square and Seoul Plaza. In Singapore, street closure events make the city centre a more vibrant place for everyone to enjoy, and projects like the Ang Mo Kio Model Cycling Town provide improved cycling infrastructure to encourage cycling for everyday short-distance trips.