Is it possible for a city to be alive, have its "personality", even its own consciousness?
2006-08-29 17:33:46 · 9 answers · asked by : ) 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Does a conscious city exist today? No.
Is it possible for one to exist? Yes.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing. With the wireless computer networks already in place that control traffic lights, monitor surveillance cameras, and allow internet access from anywhere, I don't think it will be too many years before some cities do gain their own rudimentary intelligence.
2006-08-29 17:50:59 · answer #1 · answered by scifiguy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kinda sorta.
There is certainly a different "vibe" in San Francisco than there is in Oklahoma City.
I think much is due to the economy whether it's going up or down. Most things are linked to the economy when dealing with cities and their lives.
Seattle has been booming and it's citizens feel pro-active and robust.
But, in the context I think you are asking this -- sadly no. A city cannot have it's own consciousness anymore than a street can be cursed or a house can be haunted or a fountain granting wishes.
2006-08-30 00:40:33 · answer #2 · answered by wrathofkublakhan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Move to San Francisco CA, Seattle WA or Portland Oregon
2006-08-30 00:37:47 · answer #3 · answered by pickle head 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well the city is made up of things harvested from the earth right,,
is it so hard to believe that the spirits of the earth inhabit the city as well.
2006-08-30 01:05:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In a way, yes. I think Babylon is one city that qualifies for this.
2006-08-30 00:40:54 · answer #5 · answered by Rockford 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's own "personality" (in the eyes of visitors or those who live in it), yes.
It's own consciousness, no.
Cordially,
John
2006-08-30 00:36:08 · answer #6 · answered by John 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A city? No, a city is buildings not alive.
I city is made up of people also, they have conciousness...
2006-08-30 00:36:32 · answer #7 · answered by jimdan2000 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Look at NY, San Fran, DC.
2006-08-30 01:34:46 · answer #8 · answered by Grandreal 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I am from NYC. NYC is indeed alive.
2006-08-30 00:53:36 · answer #9 · answered by Nestor Desmond 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋