Created from a scrap of land, a pocket park is a micro oasis of landscaped nature that can breathe new life into grey Bangkok. Spread across a lawn, flowers, shrubs and trees provide respite from the hustle and bustle. The use of solar cells does not cause any pollution. Its universally designed walkway is well-catered to all groups of visitors, including the disabled and elderly. Inside, there is a small space for exercise and leisure.
BMA Expo 2023 recently unveiled a life-sized replica of 15-minute pocket sanctuaries at the exhibition hall in Benjakitti Forest Park. City Hall held the three-day event to show its progress in implementing policies in nine areas, including the environment. Surrounded by numerous showcases, the blueprint invites visitors to relish the possibility of having an accessible compact park in their own communities.
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