Utrecht, the Netherlands, is witnessing the righting of a historic wrong. Over four decades ago, sections of the canal encircling the city's old town were filled with concrete to make way for a bustling 12-lane motorway. Now, in a move celebrated by residents and urban planners alike, the Dutch city is reclaiming its 900-year-old moat. This restoration project is more than … [Read more...] about Utrecht Reclaims Its Canals: A Historic Correction
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