The maps below show the town of Riverport in 1900 and 2000. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The changes made over the century between 1900 and 2000 in Riverport are illustrated on the map.

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, the town was

modernized

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with the construction of new structures and amenities. In doing so, the ways of transportation were expanded.

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, the green areas were chopped down. To be more precise, the trees situated in the north-east made way for a new shopping centre. Throughout these years, the university itself remained unchanged, but a hall of residence to the west of the academy was constructed in order to accommodate its students. The old train

station

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located to the east of the city

centre

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was relocated

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just above it.

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, now it is possible to rent a bicycle from Riverport's centre and ride it across the city. Another important detail regarding the means of transit is the tramline linking the middle of the city and the university site. If someone wants to walk on foot, now they can walk on the

pedestrians only

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pedestrian-only

path

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used to be a road dedicated to cars. The old marketplace was relocated to the east of the

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where canopies cover the top of the market. Across the port, two establishments where residents can hang out were constructed, one being the restaurant on the west of the map and the bars and clubs on the opposite end of the

harbor

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