Sentences with phrase «modern city culture»
The city was ruled by a number of monarchs whose reigns still bear a lot of influence on modern city culture.
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2018 speakers included: Paola Antonelli, Senior Curator of Architecture & Design and Director of Research & Development, Museum of Modern Art, New York City; Kristina Blahnik, Chief Executive Officer, Manolo Blahnik; Joe Gebbia, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Airbnb; Kenya Hara, President, Nippon Design Center, Inc.; Thomas Heatherwick, Founder and Design Director, Heatherwick Studio; Miguel Mckelvey, Co-founder and Chief Culture Officer, WeWork Author Alice Rawsthorn; Sarah Stein Greenberg, Executive Director, Hasso Plattner Institute of Design (d.school), Stanford University, Patricia Urquiola, Designer, Architect, and Founder, Studio Urquiola; and Sam Yen, Managing Director, SAP Labs Silicon Valley and Chief Design Officer, SAP
The guestrooms and suites at Marriott Vacation Club Pulse properties echo the cosmopolitan nature of their surroundings, each with an updated, modern look and feel that reflects the personal energy and unique culture of their host cities.
Peter L. Berger, The Sacred Canopy; Peter L. Berger, A Rumor of Angels: Modern Society and the Rediscovering of the Supernatural (Garden City, N.Y.: Doubleday & Co., 1969); Mircea Eliade, Myths, Dreams and Mysteries: The Encounter Between Contemporary Faiths and Archaic Reality (London: Harvill Press, 1960), 19; Clifford Geertz, The Interpretation of Cultures, 107; Wade Clark Roof, Community and Commitment, 156; Philip E. Slater, Microcosm: Structural, Pschological and Religious Evolution in Groups (New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1966).
What one actually sees is premodern, modern and postmodern elements in one hybrid culture, in one city, in one person.
Bruges was a monastic city but not (before modern tourism) a pilgrimage city, politically significant for a time because of its wealth and artistic culture, but never an imperial capital or a major ecclesiastical center.
At several points he touches upon the paradoxes of modern urbanism and the tragic ironies of our cultural attitude toward cities: although we now have more individual freedom, technical ability, and, arguably, social equity, we do not live in places as hospitable to human beings as were our cities of the past; we are pragmatists who build shoddily; our current obsession with historic preservation is the flip side of our utter lack of confidence in our ability to build well; while cultures with shared ascetic ideals and transcendent orientation built great cities and produced great landscapes, modern culture's expressive ideals, dogmatic public secularism, and privatized religiosity produce for us, even with our vast wealth, only private luxury, a spoiled countryside, and a public realm that is both venal and incoherent; above all, we simultaneously idolize nature and ruin it.
dIn 1929, sociologists Robert and Helen Lynd published Middletown: A Study in Modern American Culture, an enduring work that was designed to study your average small American city over a long period.
Having a baby changes one's life, and current culture in modern cities just does not provide the network of support mothers need.
1 Etymology 2 History 2.1 Prehistory 2.2 Medieval kingdoms 2.3 European contact (15th century) 2.4 Independence (1957) 2.5 Operation Cold Chop and aftermath 2.6 21st century 3 Historical timeline 4 Geography 4.1 Climate 4.2 Rivers 4.3 Wildlife 5 Government 5.1 Foreign relations 5.2 Law enforcement and Police 5.3 Military 5.4 Administrative divisions 6 Transportation 7 Economy 7.1 Key sectors 7.2 Manufacturing 7.3 Petroleum and natural gas production 7.4 Industrial minerals mining 7.5 Real estate 7.6 Trade and exports 7.7 Electricity generation sector 7.8 Economic transparency 8 Science and technology 8.1 Innovations and HOPE City 8.2 Space and satellite programmes 8.3 Cybernetics and cyberwarfare 8.4 Health and biotechnology 9 Education 9.1 Overview 9.2 Enrollment 9.3 Foreign students 9.4 Funding of education 9.5 Provision of educational material 9.6 Kindergarten and education structure 9.7 Elementary 9.8 High school 9.9 University 10 Demographics 10.1 Population 10.2 Legal immigration 10.3 Illegal immigration 10.4 Language 10.5 Religion 10.6 Fertility and reproductive health 11 Universal health care and health care provision 12 Culture 12.1 Food and drink 12.2 Literature 12.3 Adinkra 12.4 Traditional clothing 12.5 Modern clothing 12.6 Music and dance 12.7 Film 12.8 Media 12.9 Sports 12.10 Cultural heritage and architecture 13 National symbols 14 Tourism 15 See also 16 References 17 Further reading 18 External links
Mr Hain called on the largest City firms to establish a culture of modern - day philanthropy.
It's a social pattern that has been a central theme of television shows such as «Modern Family,» «The Office,» «Sex & the City,» «Will & Grace,» and other pop culture movies and television programs for years.
Bangkok is a brilliant metropolitan, rich in culture and vibrant with modern city landscape.
Scotland's 6 cities — edinburgh, glasgow, aberdeen, dundee, inverness and stirling — all have historic and cultural claims to fame as well as stacks of modern culture.
Talking about local dating culture, the city believes in modern dating with help of online apps and websites.
It's time to take a trip to Canada's very own piece of European culture — from stately buildings to gorgeous street vistas — all in one city — but also a whole lot more, with modern flourishes everywhere to be found.
Book city breaks to Prague online & discover the cities old architecture mixed with modern culture.
Indiepix Festival Favorites, Volume 2 Value - priced, three film set of music documentaries: «Icons Among Us: Jazz In the Present Tense,» about the modern jazz scene, with Terence Blanchard, Ravi Coltrane, Robert Glasper, Nicholas Payton, Brian Blade & the Fellowship Band, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Donald Harrison Jr., Anat Cohen and Esperanza Spalding; «Echotone,» a lyrical documentary providing a telescopic view into the lives of Austin's vibrant young musicians as they grapple with questions of artistic integrity, commercialism, experimentation, and the future of their beloved city; and «Roaring Abyss,» a stunning audiovisual poem, the product of filmmaker Quino Piñero's two years of field recording traditional and modern music from around every corner of Ethiopia, a country of eighty different nationalities and cultures spread amongst mountains, deserts and forests.
The British East India Company undertook substantial reclamation projects to develop the modern city of Bombay and, during the 19th century, Bombay became, and continues to be, an important center of international commerce, industry and culture, despite its chronic overcrowding (a population exceeding 15 million), high crime rates and pollution.
An electrifying follow - up to her bestselling I Was Amelia Earhart, Jane Mendelsohn's Innocence is a modern gothic coming - of - age story, a devastating X ray of American culture, and a piercing exploration of the inner life of a teenage girl growing up in New York City.
In 2009, the National Trust for Historic Preservation deemed the city of Franklin a «Distinctive Destination» because of the town's ability to preserve its past with authentic experiences while acknowledging modern culture and diversity.
Whether you seek idyllic ports, remote towns or iconic cities, Cunard's famed Queens will escort you through vast oceans to experience distinct cultures and local flavors — all while you luxuriate in unsurpassed glamour and modern comfort on board.
For such a modern a city, the food truck culture in Madrid is surprisingly not as mainstream as in North America.
New Zealand is a gorgeous wilderness filled with stark mountains, hidden lakes, rolling green hills, and a vibrant culture of modern cities and indigenous history.
The research was based on six parameters: perceived quality of a city, arts and culture and entertainment, prosperity, infrastructure, diversity and the surprisingly modern benchmark of online articles and recommendations.
The city is the perfect blend of old and modern in various fields, we witness people who are rich in culture and tradition along with ultra westernized ones; and the slum occupants as opposed to the ones who live the high life.
The short scenic drive from the airport lingers on your mind.Chengdu's beautiful rivers, bridges, trees and flowers are a visual feast.History resonates in this city, where the ancient Southern Silk Road began.When you enter the opulent lobby of Shangri - La Hotel, Chengdu, warm greetings accompany you.The hotel has been showcasing the rich artistic culture of Chengdu since its opening by featuring nine famous contemporary artists from Sichuan.You will be ushered into a journey of China contemporary art.Up in your room, the setting is modern and the space generous.You appreciate why you picked the hotel with the largest rooms in the city centre.
Lima, the capital city of Peru offers us a flourishing modern Peruvian culture and great beaches.
Modern China is exemplified by exciting, colourful cities such as Shanghai, Beijing and Chongqing, where ancient history and twenty - first century culture fuse harmoniously, creating destinations which are exhilarating and rewarding to explore.
If your preference is for the buzz and excitement of the city you'll be thrilled by our journeys by train in Spain as you'll visit the architecturally - stunning Valencia with its mix of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings, the historic and picture - postcard perfect Barcelona and vibrant Madrid, Spain's compelling and cosmopolitan capital which is steeped in art, culture and attractions both ancient and modern.
Combining visits to vibrant modern cities such as Lima and Cusco with excursions to meet remote rainforest - dwelling tribes, a rail holiday in South America provides fascinating insights into the colourful histories and cultures of its people.
Wander through charming medieval cities and glorious countrysides, taste French fine wines and local delicacies, soak up the classic European culture, explore modern day and ancient Rome
In the Dambulla Cave Temple in Sri Lanka, Buddhist monks have meditated since the 1st century B.C. And who knows?Montreal's Underground City, a 4.5 - square - mile modern marvel with shops, apartments, and a chapel, may be rediscovered centuries from now, lending insight into Canadian culture, and man's ingenuity when it came to keeping warm during brutally cold winters.
«I want to share with you my travels through Japan and my readings about this wonderful culture, to see Japan through my eyes, from the temples and shrines to the cities and people of Japan, from places filled with history and spirituality, to the the modern Japan with skyscrapers and pop culture.»
With all of the conveniences reflective of a five - star property, Downtown Rotana caters to all of the growing needs of the modern business and leisure traveller looking to experience the history, culture and recreational aspects of the growing city.
Whether you're getting cultured at the Middlesbrough Institution of Modern Art, watching a football match at the Riverside Stadium or taking a walk through Stewart Park, Jurys Inn Middlesbrough is ideally placed for your visit to this North Eastern city, so don't miss out and grab yourself a bargain today.
As the Capital City of New Zealand, Wellington is well known for being a vibrant and progressive community, iconic for its art festivals, involvement in the modern global film industry, buzzing cafe culture, and also for being home to New Zealand's most famous museum, Te Papa.
The city has some good museums, to name but two, we recommend the Macay, museum of modern art, and the anthropology museum that gives a great introduction to Mayan culture.
Not only is it a very fun and vibrant place, it also offers friendly island culture, modern city, tropical allures and of course the Old World wonders of Old San Juan.
It is one of the best options in the city with 147 comfortable rooms distributed in 14 levels, which proposes, for its architecture and decoration, the integration of the symbols of Pre-Inca culture and modern design.
Today, it is a dynamic city with an important financial district, a thriving modern culture and a series of beautiful parks and gardens.
Silk Queen is a charming hotel in the heart of Hanoi with just some minute walking to Sword Lake.Ideal location within close proximity to the vibrant city center as well as culturally attractive Hanoi Old Quarter emphasizes the Hanoian nature of Silk Queen.Silk Queen offer guests a choice of 54 rooms, restaurant and leisure space that was meticulously crafted to depict subtle architecture and ambiences of Vietnam culture accompanied by the modern touch of Western style.Silk Queen is one of few hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter being situated in a large area.You can find our rooms luxurious looks in wide range: Superior, Deluxe and Suite, which are furnished by state - of - the - art equipment.
Discover the distinctive and incomparable aspects of ancient and modern China, the world's oldest continuous civilisation, from its exotic culture to spectacular scenery and fascinating cities
Jakarta offers some incredible shopping and nightlife as well as great cultural and historical features and attractions making the city of Jakarta a fascinating combination of modern international influences and traditional culture.
Jakarta is a great destination to visit whether you are in town on business or for leisure reasons, Jakarta is one of those cities that you have to experience as there is so much history and culture around you as well as modern and developed world which is all around you and very impressive.
Auckland's blend of harbour, islands, Polynesian culture and modern city environment has created a lifestyle ranked amongst the best in the world.
The décor is fitting with the rest of the building and uses traditional style earthy colors in a modern setting to create a comfortable and practical space that reflects the culture of the city.
Jakarta is a great city to experience from the traditional culture which still runs through the city to the modern cultures and subcultures including the mall culture where there is incredible shopping as well as restaurants and malls all of which are located within the air conditioned safety of the malls.andnbsp; Cemara Hotel Jakarta is located in the centre of the city close to the embassy offices as well as all of the main shopping centers and some great theatres and other major attractions and proximity to the airport and the train station is 45 minutes and 2 km respectively.
As the capital city of Indonesia, Jakarta perfectly fuses traditional Indonesian culture with modern metropolitan lifestyle, while preserving the very essence that makes the country unique.
The city of Jakarta is unique in offering a representation of all of the different cultures of Indonesia and a growing connection with international influences which create a lively city with plenty of cultural attractions as well as modern and entertaining facilities such as bars and clubs.