It can be a good habit in various environments (including urban) when travelling. You can get some of those vibes that give a place its feel, beyond the visuals

It can be a good habit in various environments (including urban) when travelling. You can get some of those vibes that give a place its feel, beyond the visuals, scents, etc. Doesn't need to be high-quality if it's just something you keep as a memory. I did it a few times many years ago when going around the world. Then regret not doing it in a few others on subsequent trips (call to prayer in Morocco, pub noise in Lijiang's bar street, etc).