The Other Side...

           "In a country well governed, poverty is something to be ashamed of. In a country badly governed, wealth is something to be ashamed of."  Confucius

The above quote describes what many countries experience on a daily basis. Both statements can be used to describe Trinidad and Tobago. It can be both poorly and well governed. Currently the government is moving towards a more entrepreneurial form of governance. The below picture portrays the wealthier aspect of the Port-of-Spain area. It shows the skyscrapers of the west side of Port-of-Spain.This is in complete contrast to the picture i last posted of the houses in Laventille, the east of Port-of-Spain.

The Skyscrapers of Port-of-Spain.

       In contrast to the picture shown in the previous post, there is a difference in the building structures, materials as well as design. There is a distinct contrast between the two. This is clearly portrayed the effects of an entrepreneurial government. Here is a building that was built to encourage investment and tourism in order to increase the foreign exchange within the country. But at what costs? Even though creating investments and jobs are priority, what happens to the remainder of the country who are in need of better roads and service facilities? 

      The buildings shown in the above picture seem to be buildings of power. Structures that dominate the skyline and show the power of these buildings. The architecture and design of a building demonstrates the effect that building structure has on the urban environment. Compared to buildings to the east of Port-of-Spain, these structures   portray the country's wealth and beauty.

If such buildings can be built on one side of an area and not on the other side then what can we say for that country?

Til next time, Chantel