r/geography 1d ago

La is a wasted opportunity Discussion

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Imagine if Los Angeles was built like Barcelona. Dense 15 million people metropolis with great public transportation and walkability.

They wasted this perfect climate and perfect place for city by building a endless suburban sprawl.

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u/International_Bet_91 1d ago

The average temp of LA in July is 83. The average temp of Barcelona in July is 84.

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u/celestial-navigation 1d ago

Same everywhere else. Trees/shade cools it down, other parts will be hotter.