The maps illustrate the urban transformation of a city from 1950 to the present.
Overall, the city experienced significant growth and modernization. Notably, there are some key developments, including the expansion of residential and commercial zones, the creation of an artificial lake with accompanying infrastructure, and the enhancements to the road system.
In 1950, the population of the city stood at 20,000, dwelling mainly in the northern region. Subsequently, this area became densely populated with 200,000 residents, representing a tenfold increase; as a result, the residential and business areas expanded substantially to the south of the city to accommodate this demographic shift. Furthermore, a larger administrative building was erected to the south to cater to burgeoning civic requirements.
Regarding the infrastructure, the river initially traversed the city from the west to the east, facilitated by a bridge that connected the primary transportation system. A sizable man-made lake was then formed in the centre of the river, with a newly-built bridge, integrating new major roads in the eastern region. Concurrently, a dam was also constructed in the eastern estuary, while the original airport underwent expansions, signifying the increased travel capacity.