In addition to the widely discussed transformation of Plaza Italia, Nueva Alameda is considering four other projects that promise positive change in the capital.
The Ministry of Public Works confirmed the start of work for the new axis Italy Square which is part of the project New Alameda and promises to improve connectivity between Bustamante, Balmaceda and Forestal parks.
In a writing shared on their social networks, it is detailed that the work will include :
- A new civic square
- Connection area between Balmaceda and Forestal parks
- Renovation of the Turri buildings esplanade
- Traffic reconfiguration for smoother circulation
- Interventions in green spaces, with new trees and gardens
From the ministry they stated that “These transformations will extend until September 2025 “, revitalizing the axis with modern infrastructure and urban improvement that will benefit all residents of Santiago.”
What is the Nueva Alameda Project?
“East the most important urban transformation project of our country. »
This is how the governor of the Santiago Metropolitan Region, Claudio Orrego, defined the Nueva Alameda plan, promoted by the organization he leads and the Government of Chile. . Likewise, it benefits from the participation of the municipalities of Providencia, Santiago, Estación Central and Lo Prado.
However, the future of Plaza Italia has been positioned as one of the most recurring topics in conversations —which is not surprising, since it is a nerve center of the capital not only in terms of transit, but also on a symbolic level—, This is not the only aspect that the project envisages .
Moreover, Nueva Alameda is made up of five projects which cover different spaces.
“We want them to be proud of their city and, above all, to care for, protect and enhance our history and heritage” said the governor in statements recovered by La Tercera in September 2023.
Below you will find What are the five components included in Nueva Alameda made of? .
1. Recovery and maintenance of facades and public space
As the subtitle suggests, this is the permanent cleaning and maintenance of facades and sidewalks, with particular emphasis on heritage assets and considering aspects such as its materiality, in order to preserve conservation.
The importance of this project is crucial, since according to information previously shared with La Tercera, several buildings were vandalized again permanently.
For example, From April to September 2023, the San Francisco church alone had to be repainted 15 times .
2. Place d’Italie
It is one of the busiest meeting and transit points. throughout the capital.
Under this premise, the project seeks to recover space through a new design, which promises that the three structural parks that converge around it – Bustamante, Balmaceda and Forestal – will be more connected .
This is expected to facilitate transit by the sector through different means of transport, in addition to generating better pedestrian cohabitation.
3. Metropolitan Ciclovia
This axis is particularly relevant for those who use – or plan to use – cycling as their primary or occasional means of transport .
This is a high-profile cycle route that promises to be the longest not only in the capital, but also in the country, which will be connected to 13 existing and five planned cycle paths in order to consolidate 41.6 kilometers of network.
The intervention consider 8 kilometers from Pajaritos to Plaza Italia .
4. Nudo Pajaritos and Santiago Bueras Park
This involves promoting the redesign of the Pajaritos road intersection and the renovation of Santiago Bueras Park. with new sidewalks, trees and lights .
Along with this, the development of a level crossing for low-level vehicles is envisaged which should allow for a more seamless integration.
5. Conservation and improvement of public space
According to official figures, Nearly two million people travel through the Alameda every day .
And it is precisely for this reason that the teams led by the Government of Santiago are working through different initiatives in the recovery of sidewalks, lights, surveillance cameras, bus stops, trees, roads and street furniture .
You can consult an interactive map of the Nueva Alameda plan with details of each completed project click on this link .
Source: Latercera
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