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An '''esplanade''' is a long, open, level area, usually next to a river or large body of water, where people may walk. The original meaning of '''esplanade''' was a large, open, level area outside fortress or city walls to provide clear fields of fire for the fortress' guns. In modern usage the space allows people to walk for recreational purposes; esplanades are often on sea fronts, and allow walking whatever the state of the tide, without having to walk on the [[beach]]. Esplanades became popular in [[Victorian era|Victorian time]]s when it was fashionable to visit [[seaside resorts]]. A Promenade, often abbreviated to '(The) Prom', was an area where people - couples and families especially - would go to walk for a while in order to 'be seen' and be considered part of 'society'.
An '''esplanade''' is a long, open, level area, usually next to a river or large body of water, where people may walk. The original meaning of '''esplanade''' was a large, open, level area outside fortress or city walls to provide clear fields of fire for the fortress' guns. In modern usage the space allows people to walk for recreational purposes; esplanades are often on sea fronts, and allow walking whatever the state of the tide, without having to walk on the [[beach]]. Esplanades became popular in [[Victorian era|Victorian time]]s when it was fashionable to visit [[seaside resorts]]. A Promenade, often abbreviated to '(The) Prom', was an area where people - couples and families especially - would go to walk for a while in order to 'be seen' and be considered part of 'society'.


In [[North America]] and an '''esplanade''' may often refer a median or the strip of raised land dividing a roadway or boulevard. Sometimes they are just strips of grass, some may have gardens and trees. Some roadways esplanades may be used as parks with a walking/jogging trail and benches.
In [[North America]] and an '''esplanade''' may often refer a [[Central reservation|median]] or the strip of raised land dividing a roadway or boulevard. Sometimes they are just strips of grass, some may have gardens and trees. Some roadways esplanades may be used as parks with a walking/jogging trail and benches.


'''Esplanade''' and '''promenade''' are sometimes used interchangeably. The derivation of "promenade" indicates a place specifically intended for walking, though many modern promenades and esplanades also allow bicycles and other nonmotorized transport.<ref>Tony Russell, [http://www.dft.gov.uk/cyclingengland/site/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/sea_front_cycling_issue_7.pdf Cycling England], January 2010</ref> Some esplanades also include large [[boulevard]]s or [[Avenue (landscape)|avenues]] where cars are permitted.
'''Esplanade''' and '''promenade''' are sometimes used interchangeably. The derivation of "promenade" indicates a place specifically intended for walking, though many modern promenades and esplanades also allow bicycles and other nonmotorized transport.<ref>Tony Russell, [http://www.dft.gov.uk/cyclingengland/site/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/sea_front_cycling_issue_7.pdf Cycling England], January 2010</ref> Some esplanades also include large [[boulevard]]s or [[Avenue (landscape)|avenues]] where cars are permitted.

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An esplanade is a long, open, level area, usually next to a river or large body of water, where people may walk. The original meaning of esplanade was a large, open, level area outside fortress or city walls to provide clear fields of fire for the fortress' guns. In modern usage the space allows people to walk for recreational purposes; esplanades are often on sea fronts, and allow walking whatever the state of the tide, without having to walk on the beach. Esplanades became popular in Victorian times when it was fashionable to visit seaside resorts. A Promenade, often abbreviated to '(The) Prom', was an area where people - couples and families especially - would go to walk for a while in order to 'be seen' and be considered part of 'society'.

In North America and an esplanade may often refer a median or the strip of raised land dividing a roadway or boulevard. Sometimes they are just strips of grass, some may have gardens and trees. Some roadways esplanades may be used as parks with a walking/jogging trail and benches.

Esplanade and promenade are sometimes used interchangeably. The derivation of "promenade" indicates a place specifically intended for walking, though many modern promenades and esplanades also allow bicycles and other nonmotorized transport.[1] Some esplanades also include large boulevards or avenues where cars are permitted.

A similar term with the same meaning in the eastern coastal region of Spain is rambla, but more widely referred to as paseo marítimo (esplanade), paseo (promenade) or explanada (esplanade) in the Hispanic world.

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Inland

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References

  1. ^ Tony Russell, Cycling England, January 2010
  2. ^ Europe’s longest beach promenade from Bansin to Świnoujście (12 km)
  3. ^ "Boardwalk in October". Greg Taylor Photography. Retrieved 2011-04-17.
  4. ^ Europe’s longest beach promenade from Bansin to Świnoujście (12 km)
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