Urban Culture

Definition

Urban culture refers to the lifestyle, attitudes, and practices of people living in cities. It often includes elements like diverse populations, vibrant arts scenes, various forms of entertainment, and a fast-paced lifestyle.

Analogy

Think of urban culture as a bustling city's heartbeat. Just like a heart pumps blood to different parts of the body (representing different cultures), an urban environment brings together diverse groups and activities that make it lively and dynamic.

Related terms

Urbanization: The process by which towns and cities are formed and grow due to increasing number of people moving into these areas from rural regions.

Gilded Age: A period in U.S. history (late 19th century) characterized by rapid economic growth especially in northern and western cities, leading to significant changes in urban culture.

Cultural Diversity: The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society - something very characteristic for urban culture.