Macau should prioritize making its streets more pedestrian-friendly, according to a recent survey conducted by the Macau New Chinese Youth Association.
The poll found that residents are willing to spend 20 minutes on foot when navigating the city, with 74 % of respondents willing to walk for at least 20 minutes.
The survey, which interviewed 769 macau residents between 18 and 44 years old, also revealed that 57 % of respondents are satisfied with the current state of macau’s pedestrian walkways, but 60 % believe they should be better connected to bus stations and taxi stands.
The association’s deputy director, ku heng cheong, emphasized the importance of creating safe, convenient, accessible, and friendly pedestrian routes. He suggested that the government should use the 20-minute walking distance as a basis for developing future. The association recommends that the government create a “20-minute comfortable walking circle” by effectively separating pedestrians from vehicles, considering the flow of people, and setting up multiple entrances and exits. To further aid the development of future pedestrian systems, ku underlined the need for walkways to be shielded from the elements, well lit, and connected to public transportation hubs to encourage residents and tourists to use the walkways.
The survey also revealed that while 27 % of respondents considered cover as an important feature of a walkway, most (48.4 %) prioritized elevators and escalators, followed by non-slip floors (32.2 %). The findings have significant implications for urban planning in macau as they suggest that the city should focus on creating a comprehensive and user-friendly pedestrian system that integrates public transportation hubs, business districts, and tourist hotspots. Nadia shaw
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