Eric Fischer uses Flickr geodata to visualize where photos are taken in cities, and by whom. The result is a colorful divide between tourists and locals in a variety of cities around the world.
The maps show an interest comparison between the most popular tourist cities and those more off the beaten track. Looking at the maps of Rome or Prague, the viewer could easily be convinced that only tourists take photos there. London, New York, and Paris look very completely divided, reflecting the highly organized tourist friendly areas historically popular there.
FULL STORY: Eric Fischer: Locals vs. Tourists
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Top Urban Instagram Feeds
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Free Tools to Connect Your City
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Planetizen Federal Action Tracker
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San Francisco Suspends Traffic Calming Amidst Record Deaths
Citing “a challenging fiscal landscape,” the city will cease the program on the heels of 42 traffic deaths, including 24 pedestrians.
California Homeless Arrests, Citations Spike After Ruling
An investigation reveals that anti-homeless actions increased up to 500% after Grants Pass v. Johnson — even in cities claiming no policy change.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
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