The Center for the Living City expanded the annual walking festival to a year-long series of walks in different locations, calling it Jane Jacobs Walks. Both Jane’s Walks and Jane Jacobs Walks follow the same ideas—they are free, and led by volunteers. At Dadar TT, the Jane Jacobs Walk is conducted by Alisha Sadikot, a heritage and museum professional who has led several curious explorers through Mumbai’s historic sites. Gonsalves was among those who held the first Jane Jacobs Walks in India in 2013. Chelsea Gauthier, associate director, Center for the Living City, says on email: “Jane Jacobs Walks are more than just ‘tours’ where you listen.

Source: Mint May 11, 2019 03:45 UTC