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Expanding a bit; for a "generic civ", the canal / choke spot has a high weighting because it allows immediate access to both bodies of water and transit between. However, a "generic civ" is unlikely to go for an early Masonry which would enable a (new!) Fort to allow that connection. Luchuirp will certainly have an early Masonry for Construction, and thus some more flexibility.
I can't see myself going for an early Calendar (vs. Mining), so the Silks are not a strong draw. If there's a grain to the SE (& a river?) then I would consider a move to put the Capital away from the coast.