Glossary

Deutsch: Stadt / Español: ciudad / Português: cidade / Français: ville / Italian: città

A city is a large and significant urban area that serves as a central hub for economic, cultural, political, and social activities within a region or country. In the travel context, a city is often a primary destination for tourists, offering a wide range of attractions, including historical landmarks, museums, entertainment venues, restaurants, and shopping districts. Cities typically have well-developed infrastructure, including transportation networks like airports, trains, and buses, making them accessible and convenient for travellers.

Description

Cities are dynamic environments that attract visitors for various reasons, ranging from business and education to leisure and cultural exploration. Each city has its own unique character, shaped by its history, architecture, culture, and population. Major cities are often renowned for their iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Colosseum in Rome, or the Statue of Liberty in New York City. These landmarks serve as symbols of the city and are frequently visited by tourists from around the world.

Cities are also centres of cultural diversity, where different languages, cuisines, and traditions converge, offering travellers the opportunity to experience a variety of cultural expressions. In many cities, the arts flourish, with numerous theatres, galleries, music venues, and festivals that showcase both local and international talent.

Urban areas provide a wide array of accommodations, from luxury hotels to budget hostels, catering to different types of travellers. Cities often serve as hubs for transportation, providing easy access to other destinations, whether within the city through public transit systems or to other regions via airports and train stations.

Cities also play a crucial role in the economy, often serving as financial, commercial, and industrial centres. Many travellers visit cities for business purposes, attending conferences, trade shows, or corporate meetings.

Application Areas

• Cultural tourism: Exploring museums, historical sites, galleries, theatres, and cultural festivals within the city.
• Business tourism: Visiting cities for conferences, business meetings, trade shows, and corporate events.
• Urban tourism: Enjoying the diverse experiences offered by a city's shopping districts, restaurants, nightlife, and entertainment venues.
• Educational tourism: Attending universities, seminars, workshops, and other educational institutions located in major cities.
• Architectural tourism: Discovering iconic buildings, modern skyscrapers, and historical structures that define the city's skyline.

Well-Known Examples

• Paris: Known as the "City of Light," Paris is famous for its art, fashion, gastronomy, and landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.
• New York City: A global metropolis known for its skyscrapers, Broadway theatres, and cultural diversity, including landmarks like Times Square and Central Park.
• Tokyo: A vibrant city blending traditional culture with cutting-edge technology, known for its bustling districts like Shibuya and historical sites such as the Imperial Palace.
• Rome: A city steeped in history, known for ancient landmarks like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and the Vatican City.
• London: A city rich in history and modern attractions, including the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum.

Treatment and Risks

While cities are generally well-developed and safe, travellers should be mindful of common urban challenges such as crowded areas, pickpocketing, and traffic congestion. It is advisable to stay alert in unfamiliar surroundings and use reliable sources of transportation. Additionally, in some cities, certain areas may be less safe after dark, so it’s important to be aware of local safety advisories and take appropriate precautions.

Similar Terms

• Town: A smaller urban area with fewer amenities and attractions compared to a city, but often offering a more relaxed pace and closer community ties.
• Metropolis: A very large and densely populated city that serves as a significant economic, political, and cultural centre for a country or region.
• Urban Area: A general term for a developed area with a high population density, encompassing cities, towns, and suburbs.

Articles with 'City' in the title

• Ancient City of Tauric Chersonese and its Chora: The Ancient City of Tauric Chersonese and its Chora is a World Heritage site in Ukraine defined by the UNESCO in 2013 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Atlantic City, NJ: Atlantic City, NJ is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Atlantic City, NJ Airport: Atlantic City, NJ Airport: Atlantic City, NJ-Airport is an airport in Atlantic City, NJ/USA with the Airport Code ACY- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Belize City: Belize City is a major city in Belize. This city our monthly survey.
• Belize City - Philip S.W.Goldson International Airport: Belize City- Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport: Belize City- Philip S. W. Goldson International-Airport is an airport in Belize City/Belize with the airport code BZE
• Benin City: Benin City is a major city in Nigeria (659). This city our monthly survey.
• Blantyre City: Blantyre City is a major city in Malawi. This city our monthly survey.
• Bullhead City, NV: Bullhead City, NV is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Bullhead City, NV Airport: Bullhead City, NV Airport: Bullhead City, NV-Airport is an airport in Bullhead City, NV/USA with the Airport Code BHC- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Cedar City, UT: Cedar City, UT is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Cedar City, UT Airport: Cedar City, UT Airport: Cedar City, UT-Airport is an airport in Cedar City, UT/USA with the Airport Code CDC- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Central University City Campus of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México/ (UNAM): Central University City Campus of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México/ (UNAM) : (UNAM) The Central University City Campus of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) is a World Heritage site in Mexico defined by the . . .
• Chiba City: Chiba City is a major city in Japan. This city our monthly survey.
• Chiba City Airport: Chiba City Airport: Chiba City-Airport is an airport in Chiba City/Japan with the Airport Code QCB- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• City of Cuzco: The City of Cuzco is a World Heritage site in Peru defined by the UNESCO in 1983 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location. It our monthly survey.
• City of Graz - Historic Centre and Schloss Eggenberg: City of Graz- Historic Centre and Schloss Eggenberg: The City of Graz – Historic Centre and Schloss Eggenberg is a World Heritage site in Austria defined by the UNESCO in 1999 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• City of Luxembourg: its Old Quarters and Fortifications: The City of Luxembourg: its Old Quarters and Fortifications is a World Heritage site in Luxembourg defined by the UNESCO in 1994 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• City of Quito: The City of Quito is a World Heritage site in Ecuador defined by the UNESCO in 1978 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location. It our monthly survey.
• City of Valletta: The City of Valletta is a World Heritage site in Malta defined by the UNESCO in 1980 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location. It our monthly survey.
• Colonial City of Santo Domingo: The Colonial City of Santo Domingo is a World Heritage site in Dominican Republic defined by the UNESCO in 1990 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Crescent City, CA: Crescent City, CA is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Crescent City, CA Airport: Crescent City, CA Airport: Crescent City, CA-Airport is an airport in Crescent City, CA/USA with the Airport Code CEC- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Damascus Old City: The Damascus Old City is one of the most popular sightseeing locations in the world. It our monthly survey. Details: Nearest major city: Damascus, Look for more details at the Hillmann's Wonders
• Djibouti City: Djibouti City is the capital and a major city in Djibouti. This city our monthly survey.
• El Tajin, Pre-Hispanic City: The El Tajin, Pre-Hispanic City is a World Heritage site in Mexico defined by the UNESCO in 1992 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Ferrara, City of the Renaissance, and its Po Delta: The Ferrara, City of the Renaissance, and its Po Delta is a World Heritage site in Italy defined by the UNESCO in 1995 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Franklin/Oil City, PA: Franklin/Oil City, PA is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Franklin/Oil City, PA Airport: Franklin/Oil City, PA Airport: Franklin/Oil City, PA-Airport is an airport in Franklin/Oil City, PA/USA with the Airport Code FKL- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Gaza City: Gaza City is a major city in Palestinian Territory. This city our monthly survey.
• Gaza City - Gaza International Airport: Gaza City- Gaza International Airport is an airport in Gaza/Palestinian Territory with the Airport Code GZA- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Guatemala City: Guatemala City is the capital and a major city in Guatemala (439). This city our monthly survey.
• Guatemala City - La Aurora Airport: Guatemala City- La Aurora Airport: Guatemala City- La Aurora-Airport is an airport in Guatemala City- La Aurora/Guatemala with the Airport Code GUA- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Hidden City Faring: Hidden City Faring is the use of a connection through the intended Destination city, while appearing to Travel to a third city, in order to obtain a lower overall fare
• Hidden-city ticketing: Hidden-city ticketing: hidden-city ticketing is another airline no-no- buying a ticket from A to C with a stop in B. The passenger gets off at B, which was the intended Destination anyway
• Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao: The Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao is a World Heritage site in Netherlands defined by the UNESCO in 1997 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in that City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura: The Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in that City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura is a World Heritage site in Holy See and Italy defined by the UNESCO in 1980 and definitely a . . .
• Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg: The Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg is a World Heritage site in Austria defined by the UNESCO in 1996 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Historic Inner City of Paramaribo: The Historic Inner City of Paramaribo is a World Heritage site in Suriname defined by the UNESCO in 2002 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Historic Quarter of the City of Colonia del Sacramento: The Historic Quarter of the City of Colonia del Sacramento is a World Heritage site in Uruguay defined by the UNESCO in 1995 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Historical Centre of the City of Arequipa: The Historical Centre of the City of Arequipa is a World Heritage site in Peru defined by the UNESCO in 2000 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon): Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is a major city in Viet Nam (41). This city our monthly survey.
• Holy See (Vatican City): Holy See (Vatican City): Holy See (Vatican City ) is a country in Europe. This country our monthly Top100 of Countries
• Hong Kong City: Hong Kong City is the capital and a major city in Hong Kong-China (38). This city our monthly survey.
• Jefferson City, MO: Jefferson City, MO is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Jefferson City, MO - Jefferson Memorial Airport: Jefferson City, MO- Jefferson Memorial Airport: Jefferson City, MO- Jefferson Memorial-Airport is an airport in Jefferson City, MO- Jefferson Memorial/USA with the Airport Code JEF- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Jerusalem Old City: The Jerusalem Old City is one of the most popular sightseeing locations in the world. It our monthly survey. Details: Country:Israel, Nearest major city: Jerusalem, Look for more details at the Hillmann's Wonders
• Kansas City, MO: Kansas City, MO is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Kansas City, MO - International Airport: Kansas City, MO- International Airport: Kansas City, MO- International-Airport is an airport in Kansas City, MO/USA with the Airport Code MCI- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Lake Havasu City, AZ: Lake Havasu City, AZ is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Lake Havasu City, AZ Airport: Lake Havasu City, AZ Airport: Lake Havasu City, AZ-Airport is an airport in Lake Havasu City, AZ/USA with the Airport Code HII- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Lanai City, HI: Lanai City, HI is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Lanai City, HI Airport: Lanai City, HI Airport: Lanai City, HI-Airport is an airport in Lanai City, HI/USA with the Airport Code LNY- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• London - City Airport: London- City Airport is an airport in the United Kingdom with the Airport Code LCY- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Mason City, IA: Mason City, IA is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Mason City, IA Airport: Mason City, IA Airport: Mason City, IA-Airport is an airport in Mason City, IA/USA with the Airport Code MCW- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Mexico City: Mexico City is the capital and a major city in Mexico (8). This city our monthly survey.
• Mexico City - Atizapan Airport: Mexico City- Atizapan Airport: Mexico City- Atizapan-Airport is an airport in Mexico City- Atizapan/Mexico with the Airport Code AZP- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Mexico City - Juarez International Airport: Mexico City- Juarez International Airport: Mexico City- Juarez International-Airport is an airport in Mexico City/Mexico with the Airport Code MEX- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Mexico City - Santa Lucia Airport: Mexico City- Santa Lucia Airport: Mexico City- Santa Lucia-Airport is an airport in Mexico City- Santa Lucia/Mexico with the Airport Code NLU- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Miles City, MT: Miles City, MT is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Miles City, MT Airport: Miles City, MT Airport: Miles City, MT-Airport is an airport in Miles City, MT/USA with the Airport Code MLS- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Moline/Quad Cities, IL Airport: Moline/Quad Cities, IL Airport: Moline/Quad Cities, IL-Airport is an airport in Moline/Quad Cities, IL/USA with the Airport Code MLI- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Oklahoma City (OK): Oklahoma City (OK) is a major city in United States (970). This city our monthly survey.
• Oklahoma City, OK - Will Rogers World Airport: Oklahoma City, OK- Will Rogers World Airport: Oklahoma City, OK- Will Rogers World-Airport is an airport in Oklahoma City, OK/USA with the Airport Code OKC- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Old City of Salamanca: The Old City of Salamanca is a World Heritage site in Spain defined by the UNESCO in 1988 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Old City of Zamosc: The Old City of Zamosc is a World Heritage Site in Poland and defined by the UNESCO in 1992 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Panama City: Panama City is a major city in Panamá. This city our monthly survey.
• Panama City - Tocumen International Airport: Panama City- Tocumen International Airport is an airport in Panama City/Panama with the Airport Code PTY- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Panama City, FL: Panama City, FL is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Panama City, FL Airport: Panama City, FL Airport: Panama City, FL-Airport was an airport in Panama City, FL/USA with the Airport Code PFN. The airport is replaced by the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)
• Pilanesberg/Sun City Airport: Pilanesberg/Sun City Airport is an airport in Pilanesberg/South Africa with the Airport Code NTY- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Quezon City: Quezon City is a major city in Philippines (184). This city our monthly survey.
• Rabat, Modern Capital and Historic City: a Shared Heritage: The Rabat, Modern Capital and Historic City: a Shared Heritage is a World Heritage site in Morocco defined by the UNESCO in 2012 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Rapid City, SD: Rapid City, SD is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Rapid City, SD Airport: Rapid City, SD Airport: Rapid City, SD-Airport is an airport in Rapid City, SD/USA with the Airport Code RAP- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Sacred City of Caral-Supe: The Sacred City of Caral-Supe is a World Heritage site in Peru defined by the UNESCO in 2009 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location
• Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, MI Airport: Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, MI Airport: Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, MI-Airport is an airport in Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, MI/USA with the Airport Code MBS- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) Airport: Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) Airport is an airport in Ho Chi Minh City/Viet Nam with the Airport Code SGN (from its former name Saigon) This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Salt Lake City, UT: Salt Lake City, UT is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Salt Lake City, UT Airport: Salt Lake City, UT Airport: Salt Lake City, UT-Airport is an airport in Salt Lake City, UT/USA with the Airport Code SLC- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Sheffield, City Airport: Sheffield, City Airport: Sheffield, City Airport-Airport is an airport in the United Kingdom with the Airport Code SZD- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Singapore City: Singapore City is the capital and a major city in Singapore (64). This city our monthly survey.
• Sioux City, IA: Sioux City, IA is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Sioux City, IA Airport: Sioux City, IA Airport: Sioux City, IA-Airport is an airport in Sioux City, IA/USA with the Airport Code SUX- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Sun City: Sun City is a major city in South Africa. This city our monthly survey.
• Traverse City, MI: Traverse City, MI is a major city in USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Traverse City, MI Airport: Traverse City, MI Airport: Traverse City, MI-Airport is an airport in Traverse City, MI/USA with the Airport Code TVC- This airport our monthly Top100 of World Airports
• Tri-Cities Regional, TN/VA: Tri-Cities Regional, TN/VA is a region comprising the cities of Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol in the USA. This city our monthly survey.
• Tri-Cities Regional, TN/VA Airport: Tri-Cities Regional, TN/VA Airport: Tri-Cities Regional, TN/VA-Airport is an airport in the three cities Bristol, Johnson City and Kingsport, Tennessee, USA with the Airport Code TRI
• Uranium City: Uranium City is a major city in Canada. This city our monthly survey.
• White City of Tel-Aviv -- the Modern Movement: The White City of Tel-Aviv- the Modern Movement is a World Heritage site in Israel defined by the UNESCO in 2003 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location

Weblinks

• allerwelt-lexikon.de: 'Stadt' in the allerwelt-lexikon.de (German)
• architektur-lexikon.de: 'Stadt' in the architektur-lexikon.de (German)

Summary

A city in the travel context is more than just a destination; it’s a vibrant hub of culture, history, and modern life. Cities offer an array of attractions and experiences, from iconic landmarks and cultural institutions to diverse dining and shopping opportunities. Whether visiting for business, leisure, or education, cities provide travellers with the infrastructure and amenities needed to enjoy a rich and varied experience, making them essential stops on any travel itinerary.

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