The document discusses what makes cities livable. It argues that clean water, beaches, a non-polluted environment, fair government, and accessible public transportation all contribute to a city being a great place to live. It then discusses New York City, noting its many small islands, over ten islands total, and over five bridges. New York's 2012 population was 8.337 million people. A survey of 20 people on which European city they would most like to visit showed that 12 people, or 60%, chose Paris, making it the most popular choice by far over the other options of Barcelona, Berlin, and Manchester.