Korea’s plans for a futuristic city to be built in the middle of the new formula one circuit in Yeongam are on track.<\/p>\n
Current aerial photos of the harbour-side venue depict a bland and messy setting, with much of the surrounding area resembling a construction site.<\/p>\n
But the plans for the final section of the 5.6 kilometre is layout are grandiose.\u00a0 The idea is that the Hermann Tilke-penned venue will eventually be part-permanent and partly a city street course.<\/p>\n
According to the local Korea Herald newspaper, the government announced on Monday that it has approved plans for the leisure-themed corporate city.<\/p>\n
The $1.67 billion plans, to transform the area into a motor sport and tourism city by 2021, were lodged by the provincial authorities and race promoter Korea Auto Valley Operation.<\/p>\n
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