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© Nomadish Green/Princess Garden Urban context The Edible Cities Network (EdiCitNet) is a global network promoting urban food production in cities across Europe, Africa and Asia. The network aims to generate new green businesses and jobs, generate local economic growth and promote social cohesion by involving vulnerable groups. EdiCitNet’s initiatives range from creating urban farms, indoor and vertical farming and urban beekeeping to surplus food distribution, community kitchens and training in urban food production. Berlin is a pioneering city for EdiCitNet, with a particular focus on the social dimension. Berlin’s goal is to strengthen socially disadvantaged areas and have an…

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According to the EEA’s manual ‘Who benefits from nature in cities?’, access to public green and blue spaces varies across Europe. Social inequalities in access to green and blue spaces in cities across Europe. The study found that cities in Europe’s north and west tend to have more green space than cities in southern and eastern Europe. This assessment examines socio-economic and demographic inequalities in access to green and blue spaces in European cities. It also includes examples of green spaces designed to meet the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged groups. The value of green space in cities The potential…

This article was adapted from National Geographic Traveler (UK).January 18, 2022, 10:16am Japan Time — Before the pandemic, Skate Attack on Turnpike Lane, one of London’s oldest skate shops, was converting five pairs of ice skates into roller skates every day. Ta. A similar explosion of interest has been reported at Roller Nation, a skating rink in Bruce Grove. In 2020, his 10% of visitors owned their own skates, but that has since jumped to 70%. The rink is currently open on Monday and Sunday afternoons to accommodate the influx of sports enthusiasts. Nele van Bogart, instructor and founder of…

If you’re planning a family trip to the Netherlands, England, France, Germany, Denmark, Spain, or any other European Union country, your kids will love it if you book a fun day together at an amusement park. What are your 10 favorite parks in Europe for the whole family? What are the top 10 amusement parks in Spain? Continue reading. 1. Disneyland Paris (France) A trip to Disneyland Paris to meet characters from their favorite movies is an unforgettable experience for kids. This is a vast park full of surprises where Disney characters appear one after another. In addition, there are…

From the canals of Venice to the sewers of Paris, a journey across the continent is a sensory experience. advertisementIt is known that throughout the history of our continent, the hygiene standards of the people were substandard. Just read the literature about the terrible stench of medieval England and Paris and you’ll see this.The smell of past problems still lingers, and new ones arise, like a big Trojan horse disturbed by tourists. Traveling through Europe can be a real assault on your senses, and not in a good way.Modern life has helped somewhat. Cities on our continent are making strides…

If you’re planning an adventurous family outing, there’s no better place to be than a Six Flags amusement park.  Famous for their adrenaline-filled rides and extreme roller coasters, the amusement parks rank among the best in the world. Apart from the hair-raising rides, roller coasters, special events, and memorable shows, there’s so much to do and see at every location. So, here’s the ultimate guide to all Six Flags locations in the US. How Many Six Flags Are There in the US?Where Are All The Six Flags located in the US?Atlanta, GeorgiaBuffalo, New YorkChicago, IllinoisDallas, TexasHouston, TexasLake George, New YorkLos…

The abandoned Dogpatch USA theme park will become Marble Falls Nature Park, a project led by the founder of Bass Pro Shops, the state commission announced Tuesday. Bob Ziemer, senior director of conservation for Bass Pro Shops, announced the plan Tuesday at the Buffalo River Conservation Commission’s quarterly meeting in the Jasper School cafeteria. Bass Pro Shops founder and CEO John L. “Johnny” Morris purchased 400 acres of land in Newton County last year. The proposed Marble Falls Nature Park would be similar to the much larger Dogwood Canyon Nature Park near Lampe, Missouri, the Conservation Commission said. Dogwood Canyon…

Big servers give you a huge advantage in tennis. Speed, power, dip, and precision are the ingredients of a great serve. In the WTA, Serena and Venus Williams have dominated the service records for a long time. With both sisters missing out on the 2021 U.S. Open, fans got a glimpse of their powerful presence through youngster Alicia Parks. In their first round matchup, Parks set an incredible record.The 20-year-old entered the US Open as a wild card and attracted a lot of attention. Parks, who was born in Atlanta, USA, was a home favorite and received a lot of…

The weather in Europe is not always predictable, and even in summer it can rain or worse. Planning to spend time outdoors with family and friends can be difficult, and fun activities like going to a water park are highly dependent on the weather. It’s nice when the sun is shining and the sky is blue, but not so much when it’s raining. However, there are several water parks to enjoy in any season, making for the perfect day out. Europe has some great indoor water parks. Here are five of the best indoor waterparks in Europe. 1. Tropical Islands…