Advantages of Country Life over City Dwelling
Britain is an urban country and about four fifths of the UK population lives in cities and towns. City life has its advantages and disadvantages and so does country life, however, there seems to be an increased interest in the country, especially among young families. If you are thinking about moving to the country as well but are not sure if it is a good idea, it may help to look at the benefits of country life.
The main reasons why a growing number of people decide to move to country include:
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Privacy and tranquillity. Cities and towns are packed with people and it is virtually impossible to step outside without being seen by or see other people. At the same time, most cities especially the large ones never sleep. And to be able to get some peace, most city dwellers drive as far from their homes as possible. In the country, people have no problems with privacy or constant noise from the traffic. You do not have to see anyone if you do not want to and often do not hear a car driving by for the entire day.
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Feeling closer to nature. In the country, you are woken up by the singing of the birds rather than by the noise from the traffic. Homes in the countryside are surrounded by nature which has a soothing effect on both the mind and the body. In the country, you do not have to leave your home to feel closer to nature because here, the nature comes to you and it is quite common to see wildlife such as birds, butterflies, hedgehogs, foxes, rabbits and even deer from your backyard.
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Open space. City dwellers chronically lack open spaces and children play computer games with less outdoor play. But in the country you could play real or play with a ball, learn to ride a bicycle or simply have some fun outdoors. In the country, children have as much space as they want and do not have to share it with tens of other children, like this is the case in most city parks and playgrounds.
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Ability to produce your own food. In the country, you can easy grow enough fruits and vegetables for own consumption.
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Clean air. Due to virtual absence of cars and factories, you will not be inhaling any potentially toxic fumes in the country. Clean air is without a doubt one of the main advantages of country life over city dwelling.
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Friendlier people. In the country, everyone knows everyone and people actually say ‘hello’. Communities in the country are much smaller but they are more connected and open. People in the country are really friendlier and are prepared to help without asking anything in return.
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Slow pace. Time runs more slowly in the country which takes away a great deal of stress that is experienced by the city dwellers who tend to be always in a hurry to somewhere.
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Low crime rates. Life in the country is much safer than in the city when it comes to crime which is virtually non-existent in the countryside.