New York vs London… It was always going to be hard to debate between my two favourite cities but there has to be a winner and we all know who that is going to be.
How do you distinguish them? They have as much in common as two twins. Both have around the same same population, both have the big towers and iconic buildings, both have the beautiful parks and tourist attractions, both have the famous airports and well, the list goes on. But we aren’t talking about similarities today, we are talking about what ultimately makes New York better.
1. Better weather
Of course, I have lived in neither city so I’m sure people can argue against this based on personal experience and opinion. But I’m just going to put it out there that I believe New York has better weather. I don’t know about you, but whenever I see England on the TV it always seems to be so dreary, dark and gloomy. I like to think that New York has a bit more colour and life, but hey, I could be wrong!
Of course, I have lived in neither city so I’m sure people can argue against this based on personal experience and opinion. But I’m just going to put it out there that I believe New York has better weather. I don’t know about you, but whenever I see England on the TV it always seems to be so dreary, dark and gloomy. I like to think that New York has a bit more colour and life, but hey, I could be wrong!
2. USA vs UK
We are still debating on the best city, but ultimately the city is within the country so that must come into account too. Everybody knows that the USA is the most powerful country in the world with an excellent economy and large population. I’m not trying to down grade the UK here because for a lot of people they would prefer the UK to the USA and the UK is still an excellent place to live. However, the UK lacks what the USA has. It doesn’t have quite as much charisma, charm and pull to be bluntly honest. America has widely been known as “the Country of Opportunity” and the stereotype that surrounds America has a place in everyone’s hearts. It’s got glamour, bright lights, and big cities. But then it’s also got the Grand Canyon, huge native reserves, Route 66 and we can’t forget Hollywood.
We are still debating on the best city, but ultimately the city is within the country so that must come into account too. Everybody knows that the USA is the most powerful country in the world with an excellent economy and large population. I’m not trying to down grade the UK here because for a lot of people they would prefer the UK to the USA and the UK is still an excellent place to live. However, the UK lacks what the USA has. It doesn’t have quite as much charisma, charm and pull to be bluntly honest. America has widely been known as “the Country of Opportunity” and the stereotype that surrounds America has a place in everyone’s hearts. It’s got glamour, bright lights, and big cities. But then it’s also got the Grand Canyon, huge native reserves, Route 66 and we can’t forget Hollywood.
3. The landmarks
What’s so exciting about a big clock? Would you rather have your photo standing in front of the Statue of Liberty or a clock? OK, so that’s a little harsh because Big Ben is still pretty cool and iconic and London still has plenty of other landmarks. Like the London Eye. But then New York has the Empire of State building and it used to have the twin towers. Think about it, New York’s skyline does look a lot better than London’s.
4. The Bombing of 9/11
OK, so I know this is not a good thing at all and I wouldn’t wish it on any country. But think about it, New York got bombed because it was seen as a city of importance and fame, and because it was home to the iconic twin towers. They didn’t want to bomb London, they wanted to bomb New York. Surely this means they held New York higher than London. Well, they wanted to bomb it… But you know what I mean!
OK, so I know this is not a good thing at all and I wouldn’t wish it on any country. But think about it, New York got bombed because it was seen as a city of importance and fame, and because it was home to the iconic twin towers. They didn’t want to bomb London, they wanted to bomb New York. Surely this means they held New York higher than London. Well, they wanted to bomb it… But you know what I mean!
5. New vs. Ancient
Well, this should be Ancient vs. Very Ancient, because both cities are old, but London much more so than New York. That means London has more history and stories about it which may be nice for some people, but if you want a newer, more modern and vibrant city you would chose New York. This is the city that never sleeps.
Well, this should be Ancient vs. Very Ancient, because both cities are old, but London much more so than New York. That means London has more history and stories about it which may be nice for some people, but if you want a newer, more modern and vibrant city you would chose New York. This is the city that never sleeps.
6. Times Square and the City of Lights
Every city has lights. Of course they do. But do they have the lights like New York? Maybe Vegas does, but London? I think not. Imagine standing in Times Square at 10 o’clock at night. Would you get that feeling in any other city in the world?
7. Name and Fame
London is a nice word to say but does it have the same ring to it as New York does? Do you see people more often wearing NYC shirts or London ones? Let’s face it, New York is the more famous city, the more popular one. What words do you associate with New York? Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Broadway, Central Park, Wall Street, Statue of Liberty… The list goes on but I don’t think I could say the same for London. I think New York sounds more exciting and fresh anyway.
8. Fashion
Victoria Beckham is a fashion designer that is British and lives in London. Yet she travels all the way to New York every season to display her collections rather than her home city. That’s got to be a sign right? NYFW is more known than LFW. It sounds better, it looks better. I have always held New York more fashionable than London.
9. Culture
Has London ever been the culture capital? I’m not sure, but I doubt any city could match New York on this one. New York manages to be classy, glamorous, wealthy, interesting, exciting, and adventurous for people of every race, age, gender and personality. Diversity and personality are key words in this city.
10. Black cabs vs yellow ones
Well, it comes down to this. With these two cities, both great and powerful, it may be a hard decision for most. Do you like history or modernity? Do you prefer gloomy skies or clearer ones ? Are you after diversity or more inclined for routine? Do you like black cabs or do you like yellow ones?
No comments:
Post a Comment