Changes in the urban image of the historic center of the city of Granada, Nicaragua: plans and projects

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to present the main changes in the urban image of Granada city’s historical center, a scenario of local relevance, that creates interest for it possess patrimonial and natural value within national context, which has led to the creation of plans and projects for interventions in the last decades. Bringing with them new actions that have altered and deteriorated the essence of its image and landscape, as well as giving way to other urban processes linked to the touristic offer/demand and globalization, neglecting the importance and patrimonial values the site represents for the city and its people.