"New York City may have some long-standing stereotypes and prejudices against it, but the truth is that New York City is one of the most exciting, diverse, interesting and all-around best cities in the entire world," wrote iReporter Lulis Leal.
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Los Angeles —
"So many reasons to love L.A., the weather, the mountains that supply L.A. with a beautiful backdrop, the MIX of people making L.A. the Melting Pot of the USA. It's all here," wrote iReporter Marie Sager, who captured this view of Los Angeles from the Griffith Observatory.
Los Angeles —
"L.A. peeps know how to make fun of themselves; we are more laid back and carefree. This sign shows that," says iReporter Kathi Cordsen.
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New York —
Many iReporters say the energy of New York City is its finest asset.
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Los Angeles —
"From the beaches, to the mountains, to the deserts, to the sea ... Can NYC have a chance to beat me?" wonders iReporter Allen Mealey, who shared this photo of the Griffith Observatory.
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New York —
"The energy, the inspiration, the neighborliness, the feeling you get just being there. I love New York," wrote iReporter Nelson Sotomayor. He took this photo during a visit to the 9/11 Memorial with his fiancee.
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Los Angeles —
Behind the weather, L.A.'s sports teams are its best asset, according to iReporter Allen Mealey. Plus, rents are much lower than in New York, and "we all know about those California girls!"
Los Angeles —
Elisa Bozzi of Piacenza, Italy, visits Los Angeles every summer. She's committed to the city, as the tattoo on her arm attests. "I don't know why, but for me it was love at first sight," Bozzi wrote. She said she'd like to live in L.A. someday.
New York —
Lady Liberty is a popular attraction and an imposing reminder of our country's roots.
