The aim of the thesis is to present the geographical characteristics of the city of Vancouver. The thesis comprehensively examines the impact of historical events, economic and natural factors, and spatial policies on the development of Vancouver, highlighting the complexity of urban development in this important Canadian city. In the first part is presented the historical development of the city, spanning from the Indigenous peoples and the first contact with Europeans to the beginning of modern Vancouver with the arrival of the railway and development in the 20th and 21st centuries. In the second part is described the influence of physical geographical features of the surroundings on the city itself, such as terrain, climate, hydrography, vegetation, and wildlife. The focus in the third part is on human geographical characteristics. Where the demographic growth, the composition of the economy, and the development of transportation is fully described. In the final part are listed the reasons for the city's success and the challenges it faces, including the personal opinions of former residents. The research mainly relies on professional literature, internet sources, and personal insights about the city gained through virtual interviews. Despite all the challenges it faces, Vancouver today is a symbol of development, innovation, and an example of successful urban development.
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