Liberties the BROOKLYN of Dublin: Brooklyns of the world atlas launches with 155 city picks

The atlas has selected one neighbourhood for 155 cities, arguing each choice based on local venues and culture.
The Liberties in Dublin has been named the Brooklyn of Ireland’s capital.
The project has received international coverage from outlets in France, Canada, Italy, Mexico, and Egypt.
The creator has stated that no payments were accepted for placements in the list.

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The creator of a new online atlas, titled ‘The Brooklyn of,’ has published a curated list of 155 neighbourhoods across the world, selecting one district per city that embodies the cultural and social characteristics associated with the New York borough. The project has argued its selections for each city, including The Liberties for Dublin, Peckham for London, Shimokitazawa for Tokyo, and Bushwick for New York itself, with the stated methodology relying on editorial argument rather than data scraping or paid placements. The website has launched with coverage from international outlets including Ouest-France, blogTO, Secret Toronto, CataniaToday Sicily, El Imparcial Oaxaca, and CairoScene.

The atlas defines its selections through the lens of local venues and cultural landmarks, identifying areas that serve as creative hubs with a distinct local identity. The Liberties in Dublin, for example, is characterised by its mix of historic architecture, independent retailers, and the Guinness Brewery. Peckham in London is cited for its multicultural community and thriving arts scene, while Shimokitazawa in Tokyo is recognised for its vintage shops and underground music venues. The project has deliberately chosen not to accept payment for placements, and the creator has framed the list as a starting point for debate rather than a definitive verdict.

The methodology behind the selections has generated discussion online, with the creator acknowledging that acceptance of the premise is universal but agreement on the specific pick for each city is not. The press page on the website includes the full city list and images, with the project focusing on the subjective nature of cultural classification. International media coverage has helped to publicise the atlas, with each outlet focusing on the selection for their respective city, demonstrating the local interest in the project’s thesis.