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As far as cities, I don't have any formal knowledge about city planning, but to me, the Mediterranean-European pattern with numerous handsome squares setting off public gathering places, such as a guild hall or cathedral, is most appealing -- with markets and recreation close by -- and lots of Parks.
Still, you're right. :-) Public gathering spaces is one of those main quality of the Mediterranean city... "What can I do, What can I write, Against the fall of Night". A.E. Housman
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