For eight years, Jane's Walk, an international phenomenon, has been bringing the hidden stories of Palma de Mallorca to light. Organized by architect Maria Gómez, this walk offers locals and visitors alike the opportunity to explore the lesser-known facets of the city.
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Free of charge and family-friendly!
Jane's Walk allows participants to see through the eyes of the locals. It's a unique opportunity to discover the city through themed walking tours, ranging from medical history to local fishing to the night-time stories of Palma's women. These tours highlight not only the physical environment - the streets, houses and public spaces - but also the stories and lives of the people who shape these spaces.
Looking back: The first Jane's Walk in Palma 2016
Where and when do the guided tours take place this weekend?
This weekend, from May 3 to 5, numerous guided tours will be offered. Highlights include a tour about the history of medicine in Palma, another about fishing and a special evening tour dedicated to the women who shape the cityscape at night. Participation in the guided tours is free of charge, registration in advance is not required. For detailed information on the individual tours, meeting points and times, the full program can be found on the Website of Jane's Walk can be viewed in Palma.
Jane Jacobs: The visionary behind Jane's Walks
Jane Jacobs was an influential thinker and activist whose ideas fundamentally changed urban planning and the understanding of urban spaces. Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania in 1916, Jacobs moved to New York, where she intensively studied the dynamics and interactions within urban environments. Her observations and analyses led to the publication of her groundbreaking work "The Death and Life of Great American Cities" in 1961, which is still considered one of the most important writings on modern urban planning.
In her book, Jacobs criticized the prevailing approaches to urban planning at the time, particularly the ideas promoted by architects and planners such as Robert Moses, which focused on large-scale projects and the separation of functions. Instead, Jacobs advocated an organic development of cities that responded to the needs of their inhabitants. She emphasized the importance of mixed uses, i.e. the integration of living, working and leisure in the same neighborhoods, and the importance of "eyes on the street" for the safety and vitality of urban spaces.
Her commitment was not limited to theory and writing. Jacobs was also actively involved in civic movements opposing large-scale demolition projects and the construction of highways through busy neighborhoods. Her work and tireless efforts continue to inspire urban planners and civic activists worldwide and have led to the creation of Jane's Walk, a global festival that allows residents to explore and understand their cities in a personal and profound way.
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