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Where is utopia?

The concept of utopia as an ideal and perfect place or society is more of a philosophical or literary idea rather than a specific geographical location. The term was coined by Sir Thomas More in his 1516 book "Utopia" to describe an imagined island society with a perfect political system, social structure, and way of life.

Since More's book, many authors and thinkers have written about utopian societies and their characteristics, but these tend to be fictional and non-existent places rather than actual locations. Utopias are often used to compare and contrast with existing societies and to envision positive changes and improvements in the way people live.

In a broader sense, the search for a perfect or ideal place can be seen in many cultural, religious, and mythological narratives, with concepts such as the Garden of Eden, Shangri-La, El Dorado, and the Kingdom of Heaven. However, these remain symbolic or allegorical representations of ideal societies rather than real places.

Therefore, utopia does not have a specific physical location but rather exists as an abstract concept and an aspiration for a better and more just society.

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