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The era of urbanization is a historical and social period characterized by large-scale and rapid growth of cities and an increase in the proportion of urban population in the total number of residents of a country or region. During this period, there is a significant transformation of human settlements, with traditional rural communities transitioning to the formation and expansion of modern urban agglomerations.

In the era of urbanization, active development of infrastructure takes place: construction of residential neighborhoods, business centers, transport arteries, and utility systems. Cities begin to play a key role in the economy, culture, and social life, becoming centers of industrial, commercial, and cultural activities. Significant changes occur in the lifestyle of the population — building density increases, transportation accessibility improves, and access to various social services expands.

The era of urbanization encompasses a variety of urban landscapes: from compact historic centers with multi-storey buildings to vast residential areas and modern business districts with skyscrapers. Diverse types of development and layouts can be observed, ranging from regular street grids to more flexible planning adapted to natural terrain features. Surrounding cities, there are often industrial zones, parks, transport hubs, and residential suburbs, reflecting the interaction between humans and their environment.

This period is associated with continuous changes in socio-economic structures, demographic trends, and technological development. It is important to take into account seasonal and climatic features that affect the structure and development of the urban environment: from snow-covered streets and winter architectural solutions to urban projects considering heat and humidity in the warmer seasons.

The collection of images dedicated to the era of urbanization captures dynamic urban landscapes where one can see a diversity of architectural styles, transportation systems, residential and public spaces, reflecting the development of cities and the lives of their inhabitants across different historical moments and regions of the world.

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Picturesque urban landscape with buildings and contrasting colors

Abstract Urban Landscape with Bright Colors