Best Cities

[joesixpack]

I don't know if this is actually thread belongs here on in "The Conversation", but for me, great cities are one of the finer things in life.

Don't get me wrong, I live in the country, and it's not bad. But over the years, I've discovered that I really like the noise, bustle, and energy of a good city. I've lived in a few, and I have visited many. Some are great and full of character, some are bland and boring. I have a few favorites, and I'm sure most of the members here do as well. Let hear what cities you love and why.

I think my favorite city in the world would be Ghent, Belgium. It's small enough to take in on foot, yet big enough to surprise you with hidden corners. The beer selection, restaurants, and people make it one of the most enjoyable places I have ever been to.

As far as living, the nicest city I've ever lived in so far has been Astoria Oregon. Yes, I know it's a small town by many standards (population <10,000), but it has a great history, a working downtown that you can live in, and the views from anywhere are great. As with Ghent, the beer selection is absolutly fabulous, and the food is good, as well. I just wish we'd get a AAA ball club here. Then life would be perfect.

[Pyment]

I had no doubt what I think is my favorite city in the US. New Orleans, La.

They aren't back on their feet yet, but they will be. They always do. It shows in the spirit of the music. The guy practicing sax on Sunday morning with his hat awaiting my change. This is the birthplace of so much music.

The food there is so diverse. Something you just won't find many other places and certainly not in just one city. Bananas Foster with ice cream, jambalaya, oyster Po Boys, crawfish etouffee, need I go on?

It is unique for the living, but even in death, the funerals pulse with life.

what a great place!

[joesixpack]

I had no doubt what I think is my favorite city in the US. New Orleans, La. ...

It's funny, I spent a lot of time there as a kid (my mothers family are all there), but I didn't really think of it as one of my favorites because I'm afraid that they'll never get back to what they once were. My fear it that it will be sanitized and turned into some sort of fake version of it's former self. Sort of like turning it into a "Disney World" city, all facade and tourist shops, and nothing left of the real flavor.

I hope she comes back. I have to agree, NO was one of the coolest cities in the world before Katrina. Maybe she will be again.

[Pyment]

The times I've been back to the quarter since Katrina, it doesn't smell sanitized.

[Moe]

The times I've been back to the quarter since Katrina, it doesn't smell sanitized.

Sorta like New York, huh?

Just kidding, well kinda. I do like New York, but is a bit oderous when it's warm out.

[Rawaz]

I can't really answer this question as I believe every city has its own special charm that is unique to it and I can't name one best city.

[Mike257]

I think NY smells great, I lived there for 40 years

Sorta like New York, huh?

Just kidding, well kinda. I do like New York, but is a bit oderous when it's warm out.

[jnich67]

Sorta like New York, huh?

Just kidding, well kinda. I do like New York, but is a bit oderous when it's warm out.

Actually NYC smells pretty dang good these days. Did you ever get a chance to visit in the 70s or early 80s? - We have to be careful about the encroaching "Disney" thing though. It's best to keep a certain amount of grit...

Jordan