Emerald City (from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz)

Emerald City is the vibrant, fictional capital of the Land of Oz in L. Frank Baum’s "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." Known for its gleaming, green-glass buildings that give everything an emerald hue, the city symbolizes hope, progress, and the central hub of governance. It serves as the destination for Dorothy and her friends, who seek the wizard's help. The city's grandeur reflects the magical and fantastical nature of Oz, standing as a symbol of aspiration and the idea that beauty and value can be found in places built on imagination and wonder.