Bogotá’s 'Regiotram' Is Back on Track
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Bogotá’s 'Regiotram' is back on track
Work starts on long-awaited light rail projected to connect commuter towns to Colombia’s capital, part of transport solutions at last taking shape. Artist’s impression of the electric train planned to run from Bogotá to towns on the western plains. It’s been a slow train coming, but after much planning, several false starts, and deferred deadlines, vital track work for the Regiotram de Occidente will now begin in Colombia’s capital in earnest. …
This column was written by the guest columnist Daniel Páez. The Regiotram of the West, already in full construction, has the potential to redefine the relationship between Bogotá and the Sabana. It will shorten the travel time between Facatativá and the center of the capital from two hours to 45 minutes, yes. But beyond time, this train represents a historic opportunity to decentralize access to employment, housing and services in a region that …
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