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An esplanade is like a special, flat pathway. It's usually found right next to a river or a big body of water. People love to walk along esplanades, especially by the sea. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the view. You don't have to worry about the sand or the water level.

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Esplanade in England

What is an Esplanade?

An esplanade is a wide, open space. It is designed for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Imagine a long, flat path where you can stroll. These paths are often built along coasts or rivers. They give people easy access to the waterfront. It's a perfect spot for a leisurely walk.

Why were Esplanades built?

Esplanades became very popular a long time ago. This was during the Victorian era, a time when Queen Victoria ruled England. It became very fashionable to visit seaside resorts. People wanted a nice, clean place to walk by the ocean. Esplanades offered a perfect solution. They allowed people to enjoy the sea air. They could walk without getting sand on their shoes. It was a fun way to spend time outdoors.

Esplanades Around the World

You can find esplanades in many different countries. They are often famous landmarks in cities. For example, the Golden Mile in Durban, South Africa, is a well-known promenade. The Marine Drive in Mumbai, India, is another famous one. These places are great for walking, jogging, or just watching the waves. They are important parts of many cities. They offer beautiful views and fresh air.

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  • Durban beach front (1 of 1)

    Durban's Golden Mile promenade

  • Central City Park, May Day, 1876 - DPLA - b42178cb2f6ff2dfd3c7d07b805cd814

    Central City Park, May Day, 1876

  • StrandDüne

    Usedom, Western Pomerania, Germany - longest beach promenade in Europe (Ahlbeck here)

  • Pärnu rannapromenaad 2014

    Pärnu's beach promenade, Pärnu County, Estonia

  • Mumbai 03-2016 46 evening at Marine Drive

    Marine Drive, Mumbai, India

  • St Clair Beach, Dunedin, New Zealand

    St Clair Beach and esplanade, Dunedin, New Zealand

  • Beirut Corniche, Beirut, Lebanon

    The Corniche, Beirut, Lebanon

  • Dumaguete Boulevard

    Promenade at Rizal Boulevard in Dumaguete City, Philippines

  • Sliema Strandpromenade, Malta

    Sliema promenade, Malta

  • Colombo - Galle Face

    The Galle Face Green esplanade, Colombo, Sri Lanka

  • Gurney Drive Penang

    Gurney Drive, Penang, Malaysia

  • Krakow Blonia (Meadow) view to W,Krakow,Poland

    Błonia, Kraków, Poland

  • Blackpool promenade - DSC07204

    Blackpool's regenerated Promenade, England

  • Esplanade Row East

    Esplanade Row East, Kolkata, India

  • Iloilo River Esplanade

    Iloilo River Esplanade, Iloilo City, Philippines - the longest linear park in the Philippines

  • Charles River Esplanade - IMG 3777

    Boston Esplanade, Boston, United States

  • Promenade in Adler

    Esplanade in the Olympic Park of Sochi, Russia

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