Urbanism
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Lucca
For those who want to breathe in the Tuscan air but avoid sharing it with too many tourists, Lucca’s old town could be just the ticket.
Expo 57: Rebels in hard hats
Maputo's turbulent history includes colonial rule, war and regime change. And it's a rich history told in the buildings that line the streets of Mozambique's capital.
Katong
Katong on Singapore’s East Coast is a foodie neighbourhood full of hot property that’s attracting new residents.
Expo 55: Portland
Though often misty and cold, Maine’s largest settlement doesn’t let the weather prevent the warm, relaxed and extremely infectious lifestyle of its inhabitants from shining through.
Expo 55: Valparaiso
Once becalmed in quiet isolation, Chile’s second city is opening up to the world. But will tourism and redevelopment corrupt the port’s cheerful bohemian atmosphere?
Expo 55: Naha
Despite a complex history and political identity, Naha seems healthy, happy and relaxed. It's a world away from Japan’s manic big cities, yet sits at a vital strategic point in East Asia.
Expo 55: Tbilisi
Chaotically beautiful, brimming with optimism and inhabited by friendly, fun-loving people, the capital of Georgia is a lesson in transformation.
Expo 55: Turin
No longer just an industrial powerhouse, Turin has developed into a significant social centre in the afterglow of the 2006 Winter Olympics, adding a discreet modern confidence to its momentous history.
Health of the city
Swimming on Bondi Beach, playing tennis in the jardins of Paris, running down the beach in Rio. Monocle picks five cities to call home if you want to stay healthy and trim.
By the lake
We take in some sunshine, swimming and laid-back living in the picture-perfect Swiss city of Lugano. We also keep our eyes out for a handsome villa in the hills.
