Complex interplay of people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, nationalities gives rise to city culture. Long ago, Greek cities set the cultural standards of the world, likewise present day cities are not far behind. Let’s visit some of the world great cities and witness the diverse culture and enjoy the lifestyles they represent.
8) Paris
Paris has long been the cultural capital of the world, it stimulates and sense what one wants to feel, hear, touch and see. Spring is the best time to have a rendezvous with Paris and your itinerary must include the great buildings, the museums, operas, music, films, food and wines. The must visit places in the city include cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, the nineteenth century Eiffel Tower, and the Napoleonic Arc de Triomphe. For food lovers, the city is a delight while the city also has a strong café culture with Parisians and tourists thronging them.
7) New York
Big Apple, this is how New York is known to the world. The city symbolizes raw energy and power and once in New York, you will never be short of action. Some of the finest places in New York include Times Square-an iconic slew of streets, Broadway-the home of American theatre and musical extravaganzas. The Brooklyn Bridge is a landmark which redefines the city, while Central Park is city’s heart and lung. If you want to have a look of the city from the top, than visit the Empire state building but don’t miss to pay homage at Ground Zero of the World Trade Center.
6) London
A city which represents power and wealth interspersed with stiff-upper lip attitude of the British, who are slowly giving way to multiculturalism. London has something for everyone those, who are in love with royalty and would like to see how Queen Elizabeth lives, a visit to Buckingham Palace is on the cards, for those who want to splurge like royals-Harrods is the place to be.
Chinatown is for foodies whereas Covent Garden, Hampton Court Palace offer shopping and entertainment.
5) Istanbul
Having the distinction of Europe’s most populous city, Istanbul has a wealth of history, culture and traditions. It served as capital of Romans, the Byzantine Empire, the Latin empire and also of the great Ottomans. The places of attraction include the ‘Church of divine wisdom’, Yerebatan Sarayi or Basilica Cistern, Galata Kulesi or Galata Tower. Taksim Square and Istiklal Caddesi are centres of European culture in Istanbul which are often visited by tourists. If you want to shop, visit Kapali Carsisi-the covered or Grand Bazaar.
4) Sydney
Sydney is one of the most multicultural and expensive cities in that continent. It is home to culture, art, great outdoors and wonderful music. The Sydney Opera House, Sydney Dance Company and Sydney Theatre Company have an iconic status in the world of music and dance. If you wanna dance the night away, bathe in beer and listen to great music, the city has host of night clubs including Kings Cross, Oxford Street, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay and The Rocks, in and around the city. However, those who want nothing else but sun bathing and surfing on the waves, Bondi and Balmoral beaches are amongst the best of the bevy of beaches on the Sydney coastline.
3) Hanoi
This city is witnessing a cultural revolution at full swing. People across the world are thronging here to savour the taste and enjoy Vietnamese food, culture, awe inspiring natural beauty. Some fine places to visit in the city include The Temple of Literature, site of the oldest university in Vietnam 1070, One Pillar Pagoda (Chùa M?t C?t); Flag Tower of Hanoi (C?t c? Hà N?i). As it is called the city of lakes, a must for global tourists are the famous Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, Halais Lake H? Thi?n Quang in Vietnamese), and Bay Mau Lake.
2) Cape Town
One of the most beautiful and tourist friendly cities in the world, Cape Town in South Africa offers a mix of beautiful locales, culture, tradition and adventure. Table Mountain - a beautiful and enchanting place can be accessed by hiking and cable car. Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak Drive, a road linking Noordhoek and Hout Bay offers some of finest views of Atlantic Ocean. An important tourist attraction is The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront built at Cape Town port along with two ocean aquariums.
1) Rome
Rome is a city with rich history, culture, beauty and antiquity also known as the ‘Eternal City’. One of the greatest symbols of Rome is the Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre ever built in Roman Empire. Some of the finest monuments to visit in Rome include: The Roman Forum, The Domus Aurea, The Pantheon, Trajan's Column, Trajan's Market, and much more. Rome is a window which gives a peep into ancient as well as modern worlds. From fashion to food, this hotspot has everything to leave you smitten in love with it.