The intersection of Almaden and Auzerais in San Jose no longer exists, replaced by a convention center and parking garage. Originally, Auzerais extended east to Market Street. San Jose's urban changes have led to the demolition of homes, businesses, and churches, with street names confusingly altered. Inspired by Jan Morris, an exploration of Auzerais Avenue aims to rectify the omission of this missing history. The journey reveals the layers of the city's past amid modern development, encouraging others to reflect on this transformative experience.
The intersection of Almaden and Auzerais in San Jose has vanished, replaced by the convention center and parking garage. Auzerais used to extend to Market Street.
San Jose's urban development has involved the demolition of homes, businesses, and churches, with street names confusingly altered in the process of modernization.
Referencing Jan Morris, the journey to explore the 'missing' parts of Auzerais Avenue reveals the city's history layered beneath contemporary changes.
Walking the non-existent stretch of Auzerais Avenue serves as an invitation for others to reflect on the city's past and the changes it has undergone.
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