The maps below show changes in the city of Nelson in recent times. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The map illustrates the differences that took place in Nelson from 2000 till the present day. The

highway

separates the

city

into two parts horizontally, with the majority of the buildings being situated to the left of the

highway

. The number of facilities introduced to the area has increased significantly throughout the years whilst the area of the

city

centre

remains unchanged. To the left of the

highway

, the old market was demolished and replaced by a new shop, which is situated to the west of the

city

centre

.

Similarly

, in the North- West of the

city

centre

, the forestation had been replaced by an innovative shopping mall. To the left of the shopping outlet, a tramline has been built to connect the

city

centre

to the neighbourhood, which enables swift access to the housing

next

to the university. It is significant to note that the railway station has been relocated. Now, an

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and is shifted to the right of its original location.

Also

, to the North- West of the train station, a dormitory has been built in an open area

next

to the university. To the right of the

highway

, a restaurant, bars and clubs have been introduced recently. A noticeable phenomenon is

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highway

has been demolished and is turned into a pedestrian walk.

Overall

, the

city

of Nelson has changed drastically. The quantity of sites has risen from five to nine buildings. It is predicted that the number will continue to rise with the development of the

city

.