The Walled World-if you thought the Berlin Wall was a bad idea-check out these 10 countries'walls.

[dixiegrrrrl]

Remember how pissed everyone was about "The Communists" building the Berlin Wall, how it was derided as an affront to freedom and democracy?
Very readable interactive article and maps of 10 countires' walls.
Just scroll down and each country is revealed in map and information.

Why are we building new walls to divide us?
Using satellite imagery, users' pictures, video and first-hand testimony, Guardian reporters across the world chart the new walls being built to divide people from their neighbours
http://www.theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2013/nov/walls#intro

[tech3149]

1. You might notice the size of the walls in Israel compared to US

One or two hundred years ago an Arab and a Jew would have lived side by side with no problem. Do you ever ask yourself what changed?

[dixiegrrrrl]

2. Brazil has walled areas for the rich people. One of them says:

It’s a beautiful place and the education standards of the residents are higher than average.

In a perfect world, this would not be necessary. Walls add to social divisions, but I’m glad I’m on the right side of them

If I were to wake up one morning and find the wall was suddenly gone, my life would totally change.
I’d be unhappy and worried because I’d lose the peace of mind that comes from knowing my children can come and go safely.
I think I’d look for another compound.

Much like gated communities in USA, but with higher walls.

Nasty trend.

[Lucky Luciano]

3. Nice article. nt