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Whether because of climate change or the rapid development of technology, the face of the world is inevitably changing. In an attempt to stay ahead of other countries and move in the right direction for the future, many nations – mostly in Asia – have been investing heavily in planned or purpose-built cities, for example. To get to know some of these places, which seek to shape the urban experience in the years to come, just check out the list below. The list organizes the cities from the oldest, to the most recent, reaching others that are still projects that have not yet come to fruition. 5u1i4a

Putrajaya, Malaysia 323l

Opened in 1995, Putrajaya is a Malaysian government project since the early 1990s, when Kuala Lumpur it was overwhelmed by the pressures of overpopulation and it was time to change the center of the country's istrative organization.

The metropolis was built to be the “smart garden city” with a focus on sustainability. It has a large green space and many technological innovations.

It is currently the new headquarters of the Prime Minister's office and has attractions such as the Roda de Putra Mosque, shown in the photo above.

Naypyidaw, Myanmar 3g5s1k

Despite Myammar's rich history spanning hundreds of years, its capital is practically new. Naypyidaw was built in 2003 as a planned city to replace Yangon as the country's capital.

Despite being modern and luxurious, it remains virtually deserted, while Yangon still serves as the center of the country's economic activities. The city even received the nickname of “No Soul”, even so, it has some interesting attractions, such as the golden temple of the image and a museum of precious stones.

King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia 3f3a6x

The interesting thing about the King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), founded in 2005, is that it is completely financed by the private sector.

Work began in 2006 and continues today, with more hotels, restaurants and offices being built. With KAEC, Saudi Arabia wants to enter the tourism business that has fueled the growth of Middle Eastern cities such as Dubai.

Sejong, South Korea 2k472k

Named after one of the most important kings of the Joseon dynasty, King Sejong the Great, the city is the answer to overpopulation in Seoul. Currently, the capital's metropolitan area is estimated to have half of the country's population.

To harbor economic activity and encourage people to move to sejong, some government buildings were moved there around the time of its founding in 2007.

Rawabi, West Bank 1ubj

Given the tense political climate in the region, few believed that an area claimed by Palestine in the West Bank would be the place for a planned city. However, in 2010, Rawabi defied all expectations.

This $1.4 million project is intended to be a beacon of hope for Palestinians, who have begun to plant roots there even though construction on the city is still in progress. The city already has large shopping malls, theaters, modern office buildings and a magnificent view!

duqm, oman 1v1ux

Duqm, also known as the Industrial City of Sino-Oman because of its construction financed by Chinese investments, is focused on the transit industry. Opened in 2011, the port will be modified to become an energy hub, with different energy sources to explore such as oil, natural gas and solar energy.

In addition, it will have a car factory and several construction businesses. Obviously, like the entire industrial center, there will still be spaces for employees of these industries to live with their families, take their children to school and also hospitals.

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On the other side of the economic zone of Khorgos, shared with Kazakhstan, Horgos is a city that is in a more advanced stage of development than its Kazakhstan sister.

This is the reason why large numbers of tourists continue to cross the border to enjoy the main shopping centers (including the only duty-free mall located in two countries).

The area has attracted a lot of attention because of its bi-national free trade zone, which experts predict will have a major economic impact on the region.

Xiong'an New Area, China 2j2741

Here we see yet another example of a city built to reduce congestion in a large metropolis nearby. Xiong'an is designed to offer some relief to overcrowded Beijing.

Opened in 2017, the city has been an economic success since day one and the forecast is that it will soon become a major economic zone in the country. In addition, it is featured in the international news for having completed its goal of generating 100% clean energy.

Nursultan, Kazakhstan 422n6x

Until a few months ago, the 32-year-old capital of Kazakhstan was called Astana. The city was built by President Nursultan Nazarbayev – who reigned from 1991, when the nation gained its independence, until the beginning of this year.

When he left office, the capital was renamed in his honor. Nursultan it is marked by simple, modern architecture with futuristic public buildings, many of which were designed by renowned international architects.

The opulent presidential palace, one of the city's landmarks, boasts a spectacular palette of golds and blues and serves as a sign that the country wants to put its past behind it and move towards the future.

Liuzhou Forest City, China 2b11r

The developers of Liuzhou City, scheduled to open later this year, have well-defined goals: they want this to be the first “forest city” in the world – which means that it will be completely covered by plants.

Over the past few years, China has made major policy changes and invested millions of dollars to combat air pollution. As part of the solution, the city will absorb 10 tons of CO2 (the equivalent of more than 2 cars on the road in a year) and produce 900 tons of oxygen annually.

The idea is that every building, from apartments to shopping malls and schools, is covered in plants.

Nanhui, China 25621j

This planned city, which began construction in 2003, is part of the Shanghai Free Trade Zone, designed to revitalize an area long neglected by the Chinese government. The forecast is that the region will be ready to receive its first residents by the end of the year.

Another benefit is that nanhui could change the flow of business to that location, as well as attract people away from downtown Shanghai. As a plan to encourage activity in the city, several university campuses were built in Nanhui.

Songdo, South Korea 4h4t2l

This city has already taken about 18 years to build and is expected to be ready for opening in 2022.

As South Korea always strives to be a technology leader, it is no surprise that environmental efficiency is at the heart of urban planning in South Korea. songdo. Once it is ready, suction tubes will suck the waste directly into a waste treatment plant.

Although this sounds very futuristic, the country already has one of the best recycling systems in the world, so we can expect something even better in Songdo.

Gracefield Island, Nigeria m4v40

Currently being built in a part beyond the coast of Lagos, Gracefield Island completion is scheduled for 2023. The development takes environmental planning to another level, with hopes that the city will be an eco-friendly port that will also utilize smart technology.

Ample green spaces, use of solar energy, and distinctive architecture are expected to help Nigeria continue its growth as an international hub of technological innovation (as well as attracting tourists as well). 

neom, saudi arabia t542

This city promises to be an ambitious project: Neom it will be 33 times the size of New York City, something so big that it will reach the territories of Egypt and Jordan as well.

Saudi Arabia's plan is for Neom to rely entirely on renewable energy, an audacious move by a country whose main energy source is oil. Many experts have already praised the city as a sign that the world is ready to transition from fossil fuels to “green” energy.

Nurkent, Kazakhstan 62m2g

Nurkent it is just one half of a bi-national economic area being developed between Kazakhstan and China. Its location at the farthest point from the ocean on the entire planet makes this place an unrecommendable choice for a city of the future.

Despite this, its growth is incredible: even with construction starting in 2013, it is expected to have more than 250 acres of new residential buildings in the next few years. So far, a few thousand people have already moved into the city, and by 2035 it will be a fully functional city with over 100 inhabitants.

Forest City, Malaysia 313e2x

This is another new city in Malaysia, but with an impressive size: the metropolis will be about four Central Parks in size and will have more than 700 inhabitants.

The project is funded by a Chinese development company and is being praised for its extremely eco-friendly policy. In Forest city, cars will not be allowed, buildings will be smart and most hotels will be covered in greenery to ensure good air quality.

Columbus Port City, Siri Lanka 5t4i5z

Although the completion of this city is planned for the year 2041, it currently attracts international attention. Like many other cities that China is funding overseas, investors are excited about the opportunities that the location of Columbus Port City will provide, despite many critics believing it will cause tension between India and China. 

New Cairo, Egypt 5p5bc

For over a thousand years, Cairo has reigned as the capital of Egypt, but if all goes according to plan, she will abdicate that throne by next year. The project for a “new smart capital” in the desert began in 2015, but many are still skeptical about the feasibility of such an endeavor.

After all, New Cairo it would have gigantic structures like a park twice the size of Central Park in New York, and an amusement park four times the size of Disneyland! The ambition of this project made many investors back down, in addition to causing the city's opening to be postponed.

Nameless future capital, Indonesia 2l5h1g

In August 2019, Indonesia made world headlines when President Widodo announced that the nation's capital would be moved from Jakarta to a future (as yet unnamed) city in Borneo.

This shocking decision is the result of Jakarta's overpopulation and the fact that it has become the fastest sinking city in the entire world! The move has been criticized for the potential environmental threats this new city could pose to the Bornean forest – even if the government promises it will be an eco-city.

Belmont, USA 6h4p52

Despite not yet having a fixed date for its opening, Belmont It's been getting a lot of publicity since 2017, when an investment firm that handles Bill Gates' assets decided to invest in it.

Covering part of the Arizona desert, the “smart city” will incorporate new technologies such as autonomous driving and smart traffic lights. Due to its location, Belmont will also be partially powered by sunlight.

So, were you curious to get to know one of these newer cities up close? Leave your opinion in the comments.

Source: Far & Wide