What makes a city liveable? | Martha Thorne | TEDxIEMadrid?

A liveable city is one that feels just right, like your favorite pair of shoes.

Imagine you're a little kid who loves to play outside. A liveable city has enough space for you to run, jump, and explore, maybe even have a park nearby where you can swing or ride your bike. It also has places to eat, so you can grab a sandwich after playing. And it's not too noisy, so you can still hear yourself think when you're doing homework.

People are important too! A liveable city makes sure that everyone, from kids like you to grown-ups who work in the morning, can find their way around easily. It has good transport, like buses or trams, so no one gets stuck waiting for a long time.

Also, there's something called green spaces, think of trees, gardens, and lakes. These are like nature’s playgrounds that help you feel calm and happy after a busy day.

A city is like a big, growing family, and just like your home, it needs to be comfortable for everyone to live happily together.

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  1. A city with lots of parks, clean air, and easy ways to get around is more liveable.
  2. When people can walk or bike instead of driving, the city feels friendlier.
  3. A good place to live has places for kids to play and friends to meet.

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