#urban-culture

#urban-culture

Naples is nothing if not a sensory overload. Scooters zip through the streets, vendors loudly hawk their wares at outdoor markets, street musicians play old songs, the smell of pizza and all kinds of fried delicacies wafts in the air, and laundry hanging off of balconies flutters in the wind. The grand piazzas, elegant cafes, monumental palaces, and incredible art contrast with graffiti-covered back alleys and grit.

Surfers in downtown Munich rejoiced as the Eisbach standing wave reopened after a tragic incident in April, which temporarily shut down the popular surfing spot.

Couchdate, a hi-fi listening bar designed to foster community among Oakland's people of color, is set to close its storefront in Frank Ogawa Plaza due to challenges with the city.

"Stooping NYC proves that one person's trash is indeed another's treasure, showcasing the beauty and usefulness of discarded items left on the curbs of New York City."

For Galway street photographer Ciaran MacChoncarraige, weather is never an obstacle for capturing the city's unique character.

Oblivious owners walk their dogs right past security guards and massive 'No Pets' signs at the First Avenue and East 59th Street market to shop.

The Municipal Art Society of New York is hosting Jane's Walk NYC 2025, featuring over 200 free walks focusing on the culture, history, and charm of various communities.

Payphones. I feel like the only one who notices/gives a fuck. Maybe just because I used them a lot growing up, but I'm sad to see them go.