model village
"Model villages" were initially built by landowners and industrialists to provide better living conditions for workers and later became tourist attractions in miniature forms.
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Definition
B2History
(historical)A planned community created by landowners or industrialists to offer high-quality housing and amenities for workers.
Example
- Port Sunlight is a famous model village built by William Lever for his soap factory workers.
B2Tourism
(tourist)A small-scale replica of a village, often featuring famous landmarks, built for entertainment.
Example
- The model village in Bourton-on-the-Water is a popular tourist attraction.
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