Quote by Margaret Mead

A city is a place where there is no need to wait for next week to get the answer to a question, to taste the food of any country, to find new voices to listen to and familiar ones to listen to again.

A city is a place where there is no need to wait for next we

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This quote highlights the essence of a city as a dynamic and inclusive hub of opportunities and experiences. It suggests that in a city, one can readily access information and satisfy their curiosity without having to wait. It emphasizes the availability of diverse cuisines and cultures, allowing individuals to explore the culinary delights from around the world. Moreover, a city is portrayed as a haven for encounters with new perspectives and ideas, as well as a place to reconnect with familiar sources of inspiration and comfort.

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