guyser Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 I've lived in small towns all my life.....I love the city, and I wish I could I be there. Ive only lived in one small town, Rossland BC . Kind of a dump when I lived there but it had some beauty with the (small) mountains around. Wish I could live in a small town, my cottage town, but business doesnt allow me so I commute every weekend from March to December. Plan to live up north some day. Quote
Guest American Woman Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 What difference does it make if people prefer a small town or a city? That has nothing to do with comparing Canada's cities to cities in the rest of the world. Quote
dre Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 (edited) What difference does it make if people prefer a small town or a city? That has nothing to do with comparing Canada's cities to cities in the rest of the world. THe OP is titled "Favorite Place in Canada", and asks the following question... So I want to ask you guys whats your favorite place in Canada that you've been to? Didnt read it? Edited August 21, 2012 by dre Quote I question things because I am human. And call no one my father who's no closer than a stranger
guyser Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 What difference does it make if people prefer a small town or a city? That has nothing to do with comparing Canada's cities to cities in the rest of the world. True that, but as you know threads can kind of go sideways for a bit. So to get back on track, cities in North Am suffer from largely the same things. We are young and the architecture that one can find it ancient cities is not here, save for Quebec City and some southern Cali places. Not mentioned is most of what we had, was made of wood. Chicago lost a lot when ol bessie hoofed the candle, and TO lost a lot in the big fire here. Progress the likes that many Euro cities have not seen meant we razed bldgs that were gorgeous for more utilitarian places that served masters better. All that said, I am glad lots of people like coming here, and apparently they do judging by the tons of buses parked this morning on Queens Quay in Harbourfront. City people like to ge away to nature Rural people like to come here for the arts,sports,resto's etc. Nothing wrong with that, but for some to say there is nothing in a city is silly. Quote
Guest American Woman Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 (edited) True that, but as you know threads can kind of go sideways for a bit. Sure they can, but it sounds as if some are saying that cities have nothing to offer because they prefer small towns - as the discussion prior was the lacking of Canada's cities vs. European cities. So to get back on track, cities in North Am suffer from largely the same things. We are young and the architecture that one can find it ancient cities is not here, save for Quebec City and some southern Cali places. I think our cities have some beautiful architecture; and who's to say that only old architecture is beautiful? Not mentioned is most of what we had, was made of wood. Chicago lost a lot when ol bessie hoofed the candle, and TO lost a lot in the big fire here. Progress the likes that many Euro cities have not seen meant we razed bldgs that were gorgeous for more utilitarian places that served masters better. I can't argue that, but that doesn't mean that there is no beauty - or history. Furthermore, cities offer more than that - the arts, the nation's culture, culinary experiences, and geographic features - such as mountains, rivers, canals, beaches, etc. All that said, I am glad lots of people like coming here, and apparently they do judging by the tons of buses parked this morning on Queens Quay in Harbourfront. I've no doubt that they do; I'm sure, as I do, that they appreciate all that Toronto has to offer. City people like to ge away to natureRural people like to come here for the arts,sports,resto's etc. Different strokes for different folks, for sure; but that doesn't mean one is 'better' than the other or that one doesn't have anything to offer - which is a very close minded viewpoint. As for myself, being from a small city in a rural area of the state, I like and appreciate both when I travel. Cities and nature both have something to offer - and I generally like to experience both. Nothing wrong with that, but for some to say there is nothing in a city is silly. Exactly; and for some to say that there is nothing in Canadian cities is silly. "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." - Confucius Edited August 21, 2012 by American Woman Quote
guyser Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." - Confucius I bet confucius never visited Gary Indiana or Lower East Side Vancouver Quote
Guest American Woman Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 I bet confucius never visited Gary Indiana or Lower East Side Vancouver I must confess - Neither have I. Quote
guyser Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 I must confess - Neither have I. Heres a travel tip.....Dont ! Quote
Guest American Woman Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 Heres a travel tip.....Dont ! Damn. Now I'm going to have to make new travel plans .... Quote
dre Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 Exactly; and for some to say that there is nothing in Canadian cities is silly. For someone to speak AS IF someone said that when they didnt is silly too Quote I question things because I am human. And call no one my father who's no closer than a stranger
Smallc Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 Actually, wyly and socialist did say pretty much that. Quote
dre Posted August 21, 2012 Report Posted August 21, 2012 Actually, wyly and socialist did say pretty much that. I thought Socialist totally slammed my idea that natural wonders were generally nicer than cities. I thought Wyly acknowledged that both have a lot to offer. I still think that scenery basically trumps everything else. There are a few cities that really do draw a lot of people simply because of man made architecture... Paris is definately a good example. They are mostly older cities though not all. But I still think that things like natural scenery and climate are bigger factors in what I consider "nice". I agree though that its completely subjective. I personally find mountains, coasts, beaches, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls to be "nicer places" than urban areas. But clearly its subjective. If I liked gambling and banging prostitutes I would think Vegas was a super nice place. An architecture buff is going to like old cities in Europe... A pedophile would probably prefer Thailand Quote I question things because I am human. And call no one my father who's no closer than a stranger
wyly Posted August 22, 2012 Report Posted August 22, 2012 I thought Socialist totally slammed my idea that natural wonders were generally nicer than cities. I thought Wyly acknowledged that both have a lot to offer. I still think that scenery basically trumps everything else. There are a few cities that really do draw a lot of people simply because of man made architecture... Paris is definately a good example. They are mostly older cities though not all. But I still think that things like natural scenery and climate are bigger factors in what I consider "nice". the strongest appeal a city can have is it's architecture and history/culture N american cities generally have little, most have obliterated much of their architectural history and canadian cities because of our multicultural makeup lack a strong cohesive and recognizable culture...ya Paris is fantastic, I plan making a return visit next year, either London/Paris, Paris/Rome or Paris/Barcelona...I agree though that its completely subjective. I personally find mountains, coasts, beaches, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls to be "nicer places" than urban areas. But clearly its subjective. If I liked gambling and banging prostitutes I would think Vegas was a super nice place. An architecture buff is going to like old cities in Europe... A pedophile would probably prefer Thailand good point..and with canadian cities whatever I can do in Toronto I can likely do in Winnipeg, Calgary or Vancouver there is little actual difference between our cities, the difference is in the natural settings...last summer we took wyly jr on a road trip to Vancouver, we toured the "natural" sites then got the hell out of there, there is nothing in Vancouver that I can't find or do in Calgary or edmonton or winnipeg... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Melanie_ Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 In response to the OP... I've been to so many of the places mentioned, and have always found something to admire about each site, from the east coast to the west coast. But, you haven't really seen Canada until you have been to the North. If I could pick a place in Canada to visit again, it would be Churchill (or further North, to visit a first time). Descriptions of the North are trite - everyone has heard about the vastness, the beauty, the barrenness, the wild - but you have to see it yourself to really understand. Quote For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. Nelson Mandela
wyly Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 In response to the OP... I've been to so many of the places mentioned, and have always found something to admire about each site, from the east coast to the west coast. But, you haven't really seen Canada until you have been to the North. If I could pick a place in Canada to visit again, it would be Churchill (or further North, to visit a first time). Descriptions of the North are trite - everyone has heard about the vastness, the beauty, the barrenness, the wild - but you have to see it yourself to really understand. been there, done that...I ain't EVER going back! Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Smallc Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 Churchill, IMO, is not at all attractive or appealing. Quote
Melanie_ Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 To each his/her own. Quote For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. Nelson Mandela
bleeding heart Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 To each his/her own. Sure. And while I've never been farther noth than northern New Brunswick, I have heard your sentiments echoed several times. So, one of these days, I'm off the uppermost climes..... Quote “There is a limit to how much we can constantly say no to the political masters in Washington. All we had was Afghanistan to wave. On every other file we were offside. Eventually we came onside on Haiti, so we got another arrow in our quiver." --Bill Graham, Former Canadian Foreign Minister, 2007
GostHacked Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 At this point my fave places are the rockies, probably more specifically the area around Banff. Quote
wyly Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 To each his/her own. absolutely and I think what we like changes as we age... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Guest American Woman Posted August 24, 2012 Report Posted August 24, 2012 the strongest appeal a city can have is it's architecture and history/culture N american cities generally have little, most have obliterated much of their architectural history and canadian cities because of our multicultural makeup lack a strong cohesive and recognizable culture...ya Paris is fantastic, I plan making a return visit next year, either London/Paris, Paris/Rome or Paris/Barcelona... Been there, done that. Can't say they have anything up on Canadian/N. American cities. Different, yes. Nice, yes. Better, no. Quote
Wilber Posted August 25, 2012 Report Posted August 25, 2012 Love St. Johns and Newfoundland in general. Oldest city in North America and it shows. Reminds me of some old European cities, quaint buildings, street planning is non existent and they change their names every few blocks. People are different from anywhere else on this continent. Kind of like Scotland in that there is loads of atmosphere but the weather usually sucks. Quote "Never trust a man who has not a single redeeming vice". WSC
wyly Posted August 25, 2012 Report Posted August 25, 2012 Love St. Johns and Newfoundland in general. Oldest city in North America and it shows. I did not know that, I always thought it was st augustine florida...I learned something new today, well done wilber... Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
wyly Posted August 25, 2012 Report Posted August 25, 2012 hmmm, I just realized that would be wrong Mexico city is older than st john's Quote “Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives.”- John Stuart Mill
Wilber Posted August 25, 2012 Report Posted August 25, 2012 hmmm, I just realized that would be wrong Mexico city is older than st john's I suppose so. I guess St. John's would be the oldest founded by Europeans. Quote "Never trust a man who has not a single redeeming vice". WSC
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