Surroundings
"It's not from where you are" suggested Ian Brown, "it's where you're at." Get some expert views on our surroundings:
Neighbourhood watch
Investment and the cappucino-quaffing elite are just the latest challenge faced in the history of Harlem.
Şehrin Keyfi
Engin Isin takes us to the banks of the Bosphorus and Istanbul, a city of longing and joy.
Heartland transfers
Why do the rougher centres of cities find themselves suddenly areas of gentrification?
Ghost hunting in Berlin
Berlin is a city struggling with its past. Laurie Taylor talks to Brian Ladd about the ghosts of Berlin.
The city never sleeps easily
Why has town planning always been about striking a balance between security and the city?
Defining perfect
People want different things, which might make it difficult creating the perfect world.
Living for the city
"A man can lose himself in London" - but is this a good thing? It depends on your attitude to cities.
Changing views
Track the changes to our seaside and compare the past and present with postcards from the past.
Capital values
Does the city help create the problems so many flee there to avoid? Turn London inside-out.
Memory lane
Every street in every town holds hints of its past. Discover the clues to unlocking High Street History.
