Choosing the most beautiful cities in the world is a very difficult task, because each city, whether it is an “urban village” or a huge metropolis, has its own unique features.

After reviewing the reviews of tourists and the opinion of experts on well-known resources such as The Telegraph, Rough Guides and TripAdvisor, we have selected 10 places that best express the beauty and diversity of cities in the world.

10 Istanbul, Türkiye

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The number of Russian and foreign visitors to this city has plummeted as a result of terrorist attacks and unrest in Turkey. And it's a pity, because the capital of the former Ottoman Empire is incomparable.

Masterpieces commissioned by powerful Turkish rulers include the Topkapı Palace, home to the sultans as well as their eunuchs and slaves, and the Sultanahmet Mosque (aka the Blue Mosque), one of the finest examples of Islamic architecture.

But what makes Istanbul a tourist curiosity is the rebirth of once rundown neighborhoods and their transformation into thriving communities. Thus, the Karakoy district, once the port outskirts of the city, is now a place of concentration of luxurious boutique hotels and art galleries. There are also maritime museum, the Museum of Modern Art and the "Jewish Museum" with 500 years of history.

Top reasons to visit Istanbul:

• Istanbul is the only transcontinental city in the world located on two continents - Europe and Asia. They are separated by the Bosphorus.
• Istanbul is a land of architectural marvels. The most famous among them is Hagia Sophia, a former Byzantine church that has become a museum. It was built in the 4th century.
• This is one of the places where you can see the most beautiful sunset in the world.
• During the spring time, visitors to Istanbul can admire more than 20 million tulips in bloom.
• With over 4,000 shops, the Grand Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.

9. Luang Prabang, Laos

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In 1995, this city was awarded the status world heritage UNESCO, thanks to which the tourist flow rushed there. The city authorities disposed of the money received from tourists very wisely, using them for the restoration of ancient buildings and temples.

The beauty of Luang Prabang is not only due to the ancient, carefully preserved architecture, but also to the extraordinary setting of the lush jungle at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers.

This little one coastal city adorned with 33 temples with golden carvings, rising proudly amid dense forests and fog. It is also important that Luang Prabang now hosts one of the the best hotels and French restaurants in the world.

Top reasons to visit Luang Prabang:

• Swimming in one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world - Kuang Si.
• Watching the feeding of the monks on the main street, at dawn (at 6 am) is one of the ancient city traditions.
• Visit to the evening food market, which opens at sunset in the alley between the tourist information center and Wat Mai.
• Walk through the Old City with cozy streets and an interesting mixture of styles: from Buddhist and Lao to colonial French.

8. Florence, Italy

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How can the most beautiful cities in the world do without the Italian city that bears the title of "cradle of the Renaissance"? Every year, millions of tourists fill its streets, but despite this, Florence will always be shrouded in a halo of romance. Interestingly, about one third of all the treasures of world art are located in this city.

Top reasons to visit Florence:

• Among all the art galleries in Florence, the Uffizi Gallery is the most outstanding in terms of the number of exhibits. In addition, it is the most visited art gallery in Italy. It contains works of art such as Giotto's Ognissanti Madonna, Raphael's Madonna and the Goldfinch, and Simone Martini's Annunciation.
• Florence is the first place in Europe to have paved streets.
• Florence Cathedral, built between 1296 and 1436, is a World Heritage Site and a major landmark in Florence. Its bright red dome, designed by Italian architect Filippo Brunelleschi, is the hallmark of the city.

7. Jerusalem

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This city - a sacred place for three religions - has been inhabited since 4000 BC. The holiest site for Jews and the third holiest for Muslims is the Temple Mount with its shimmering gold Dome of the Rock. On the territory of the mountain were the First, and after it the Second Jerusalem Temple - the center of the religious life of the Jews. Here, according to legend, the Third Temple will be located.

A huge number of ancient sights and holy places, the atmosphere of worldly and spiritual make Jerusalem unique city Earth.

Top reasons to visit Jerusalem:

• The Church of the Holy Sepulcher is the place of the crucifixion, and then the burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is considered the main altar of the world.
• Mount Zion is the Jewish symbol for the Promised Land. It is home to attractions such as King David's Tomb, St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church and the Upper Room of the Last Supper.
• The Garden of Gethsemane is where Jesus spent his last night in prayer before his arrest. On the territory of the garden are also the tomb of the Virgin and the Church of Mary Magdalene.
• The Wailing Wall is a place for Jewish prayers. Between the stones in the Wall are thousands of notes with various requests. It is believed that they will definitely reach the Almighty.

6. Edinburgh, Scotland

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The city is famous for its annual international festival, but it has something more than natural beauty. One has only to go east of the city and make short walk up to the throne of Arthur - the highest of the seven hills on which Edinburgh rests - to enjoy the magnificent panorama of the city and understand why the capital of Scotland is included in the top 10 most beautiful cities in the world.

Top reasons to visit Edinburgh:

• Royal Botanical Garden one of the oldest in the UK. It contains over 6% of the plants growing on the globe.
• The Royal Mile is the heart of the city, a place where you can see one and visit many shops.
• The National Scottish Museum, which contains about 800 exhibits, including the oldest color television in the world and samples collected by Charles Darwin himself during his journey on the Beagle.
• Edinburgh Castle, where the Stone of Destiny is located. English and Scottish monarchs were crowned on it. The Harry Potter films were also filmed here.

5. Rio de Janeiro

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Cheerful and noisy Rio is simply created for lovers of everything bright and pompous. It hosts the biggest holiday in the country, which is eagerly awaited and locals and visitors.

However, this city is famous not only for holidays. From the Jesus statue to the Tijuca woodland, the Brazilian metropolis showcases natural and man-made beauty in abundance.

Top reasons to visit Rio:

• Christ the Redeemer, located at an altitude of 700 meters on the mountains of Corcovado, is the most famous landmark of Rio de Janeiro and an icon of Christianity. This 30-meter statue with outstretched arms is one of the seven new wonders of the world.
• Carnival in Rio is the largest carnival in the world. The grand festival begins 40 days before Easter and continues for five days. The event annually attracts over 2 million visitors from all over the world. About 200 samba schools (a genre of Brazilian music and dance) participate in it.
• Copacabana beach with white sand and turquoise water is one of the the most beautiful beaches peace.
• Tijuca Forest is one of the largest urban forests in the world. It protects hundreds of plants and animals. Visitors can hike all the way to high peak forests - Pico da Tijuca (1021 meters high).

4. Havana, Cuba

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This city combines the fading glamor of the mid-20th century: big American cars, the smell of gasoline that fills the air and beautiful hotels with collapsing colonial buildings, the sight of which evokes sadness. Havana is an idiosyncrasy that beguiles and frustrates in equal measure, where wonderfully well-maintained and informative museums, the 18th-century Cathedral of the Virgin Mary and wooden-window drugstores coexist with contemporary art shops, paladars (home-style restaurants) and townhouses.

Top reasons to visit Havana:

• Enjoy Caribbean, Spanish and Latin American cuisine at the famous Havana restaurant Los Nardos with live music and reasonable prices (average $5 per meal).
• Selfies in front of the National Capitol - a kind of Cuban version of the Washington Capitol. Only Cuban is a little higher and richer in interior.
• Walk through Ciénaga Square, where the most beautiful Cathedral Saint Christopher - both sites are on the World Heritage List.

3. Kyoto, Japan

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The world is full of beautiful cities, each of which certainly deserves special attention. It is extremely difficult to single out the most beautiful city from all the diversity and splendor, because the rating of the most beautiful cities in the world is a very subjective matter.

For many of us, the hometowns where we were born and raised are by far the most beautiful. The names of the cities of the world attract even true patriots with their exotic sound and musicality. Some cities stand out due to their stunning skyscrapers, others are characterized by extraordinary beauty of nature, etc. However, summing up the reviews and impressions of tourists, it is still possible to determine which cities of our vast world are considered the most beautiful. If you dream of traveling around the world, or, for example, planning an unforgettable honeymoon trip, we offer you the top most beautiful cities in the world.

1. Paris

The city of lovers, the capital of fashion, France and even the world, as some believe, is Paris. It really is the most beautiful city in the world. Those who at least once in their lives were lucky enough to see Paris with their own eyes fall in love with this amazing city forever.

Paris attracts millions of tourists every year, and everyone finds something special here. Someone comes here in search of luxury and sophistication of architecture, someone seeks to find romance lost in everyday routine. Gourmets from all over the world seek to visit it to taste the incomparable French cuisine, and fashionistas storm the boutiques of Paris in search of clothes and accessories from famous brands.

The main advice to any tourist who finds himself in Paris is not to be limited to standard excursion routes, including only the Eiffel Tower, the world-famous Notre Dame Cathedral and walks along the Seine. If you have a chance to visit this magnificent city, try to discover your own Paris. Let it be remembered for you not only by popular sights, find here something special, sweet specifically to your heart. Do not deny yourself the pleasure of just wandering through the streets of the capital, reminiscent of the times of the brave musketeers, breathe in the evening city air, observe the life of ordinary people in all its diversity, see Paris “alive”, not like what we are used to seeing on postcards.

Take a look, for example, in the Bois de Vincennes (a favorite place for lovers), walk through the Saint-Ouen flea market early in the morning: you may be able to purchase one of those old little things that will remind you of this journey all your life. Don't forget to visit some cozy French cafes, try a real fresh croissant and enjoy a bouquet of fine French wine from local cellars. If you see Paris "from the inside", you will certainly want to return to this city, which, of course, will leave only bright and pleasant impressions about itself. It is this city that opens the top 10 most beautiful cities in the world.

2. Venice

Many true connoisseurs of antiquity dream of visiting Venice. The city of incredible beauty, standing on the water, is one of the most romantic places on earth. Here ancient architecture and traditions are combined with the spirit of modernity. Venice is often compared to the theater stage, on the majestic stage of which real love dramas have been played out in all ages. Indeed, it was not for nothing that Shakespeare settled his heroes Romeo and Juliet in the suburbs of Venice - Verona.

Feeding pigeons in the city square, riding a gondola - all this will forever remain in the memory of everyone who was lucky enough to visit Venice. Here you will find many interesting excursions, you will be able to see with your own eyes how Murano glass products are born and, finally, you will know how authentic Venetian lace should look like. Venice is undoubtedly worthy of attention, like the rest of the most beautiful cities in the world. Photo of the city - below.

3. London

The capital of Great Britain is the most beautiful city in the world, according to its inhabitants. Despite all the stiffness of the British, London remains a favorite destination for tourists. For the first acquaintance with the city, a bus tour is best. Just imagine, you are sitting on the second floor of the bus, which in itself is one of the sights of London. You observe the capital in all its splendor, Piccadilly Street, the legendary Tower, Buckingham Palace and many, many other things that you had to read about while sitting at a school desk in English classes float past you.

Separately, it should be noted the special atmosphere of the city, here you can feel the richest history of the state, through the veil of which the trends of the new time pass like a red thread. Be sure to visit a real English pub. And if you are not a fan of such establishments, do not deny yourself the pleasure of drinking a cup of English tea while reading one of the London newspapers in the cozy armchair of an English cafe.

London is definitely one of the most beautiful cities in the world despite being famous for bad weather. Be sure that no rain or fog will prevent you from fully experiencing the beauty of Great Britain and its capital.

4. New York

The next most beautiful city in the world is New York. This city, though not the capital, but the very heart of America. Here everyone will find something to see, because New York is so many-sided that it can satisfy the desires of any, even the most fastidious tourist. The main financial artery of the city is Wall Street, with its offices and commercial buildings. The world-famous Broadway is responsible for the creative part of the city, but in search of the latest fashionable novelties, you should go to Fifth Avenue. Tired of city hustle and bustle? Head to Central Park, here you will find peace and quiet, you can enjoy nature and watch Americans walking. In New York, you will find a huge amount of everything interesting and noteworthy, marvel at the beauty of its skyscrapers that touch the clouds themselves, and the night lights of the city. New York is one of the points of any rating called "The most beautiful cities in the world." Photos are the best confirmation of this.

5. Las Vegas

One of the most beautiful cities in America and the whole world, which, by the way, never sleeps is Las Vegas. Millions of people come here in search of luck and entertainment. Here, the rich lose a lot of money every day, and some lucky ones enrich themselves in the numerous casinos of the city. Do not miss your opportunity to catch luck by the tail, but know the measure: know how to stop in time. It is best if you have a reliable companion with you who is not addicted to gambling.

In general, Las Vegas impresses with its beauty and atmosphere of fun and carelessness. In this amazing city, you forget about all the problems and completely surrender to entertainment. By the way, it is Las Vegas that is the only city in the world where you can marry your soulmate, avoiding all the paperwork we hate.

6. St. Petersburg

The top most beautiful cities in the world rightfully include northern capital our vast homeland - St. Petersburg. If you have not yet visited this beautiful city, then you have lost a lot. Not only foreign cities are distinguished by their beauty, in our country there are also plenty of such places.

St. Petersburg invites its visitors to plunge into richest history Russia, enjoy the unique atmosphere of the city, see with your own eyes such sights as the Hermitage or the Russian Museum, which contain unique exhibits. Stunning excursions along Nevsky Prospekt, as well as St. Isaac's Square, will make your visit to St. Petersburg truly unforgettable. Do not deny yourself the pleasure at least once in your life to see how the bridges over the Neva are being raised and to understand from your own experience what these “white nights” are. Even if you are a native Muscovite and say without the slightest hesitation that not St. Petersburg, but Moscow is the most beautiful city in the world, be sure to honor St. Petersburg with your visit, at least for comparison.

7. Rome

An amazing vacation full of unforgettable impressions awaits everyone who decides to spend it in Rome. Here you can not only visit the famous Vatican, see with your own eyes the majestic Colosseum and the Sistine Chapel, but also enjoy the beautiful views of the city and walk along its ancient streets. Traveling to Rome can be a real test for your figure, because it's so hard to control yourself when the streets are literally overflowing with the aromas of gourmet dishes. You should definitely try the signature Italian chestnut ravioli or grilled lamb with pumpkin flowers.

8. Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the most beautiful city in the East, a real oriental fairy tale of our time. In this city, ancient traditions have been wonderfully preserved, which are successfully combined with excellent service, which is important for tourists. Just some 30 years ago, on the site of the modern capital of the UAE with its skyscrapers and business centers, there was a lonely village located in the middle of the desert. Today, this city opens its doors to millions of tourists.

Abu Dhabi is one of the richest cities in the world, a real oasis and haven for oil magnates. Here you can relax on the beach on the shore Persian Gulf, as well as get acquainted with the Eastern world by visiting, for example, an artistic and ethnographic village, where the traditions of the people are carefully recreated.

9 Delhi

The belief says that whatever wish you make in India, it will certainly come true. Delhi - the best place not only for making wishes, but also for tourism. One of the most beautiful cities in the world - Delhi - also boasts famous sights, such as the famous Taj Mahal or the Khajuraho temple. If you are going on a trip to India, to the most beautiful city in the world - Delhi, you should not take too many things with you, here you can buy everything you need, and at an extremely low prices. Fill up your photo album beautiful photos against the backdrop of Delhi's cityscapes, feel the spirit and atmosphere of India.

10. Lhasa

Mysterious Tibet attracts tourists not only with its history and secrets, but also with the beauty of cities such as, for example, Lhasa. While admiring the beauties of the city, which are many here, it is important to remember that Tibet is very unusual place, and life here does not flow the way we are used to, so you should carefully listen to the guide, who will tell you how to behave so as not to inadvertently offend the locals.

The beauty of Lhasa is truly amazing, this is an extraordinary city with its own customs and culture, so far from us. However, it is always pleasant and useful to touch the beautiful at least a little. This city is included not only in the ranking of the 100 most beautiful cities in the world, but also takes an honorable last place in our top ten.

Note to the tourist

Whatever city you choose, whatever country you go to, take the trouble to inquire at least a little about the cultural traditions of the local population before the trip. It is extremely important to understand how people live in the place where you are going in order to avoid unpleasant situations. Tourists from Russia have already earned themselves a bad name for their manners and behavior in foreign society. This happened mainly due to the low awareness of our compatriots about life abroad. It is not worth helping to reinforce the stereotype that Russians do not know how to relax, let's leave only pleasant memories of ourselves among the locals.

Bon Voyage!

Traveling is always great, because they provide an opportunity to get acquainted with the culture of other peoples, to see places of stunning beauty. What are the most beautiful cities in the world you have already visited? How much more is to come? If you have never traveled outside our country, be sure that it is not a pity to give any money for all those impressions and all the experience that you will get when you are abroad. Nothing compares to the delight that a person experiences when visiting a previously unknown country or city, especially if there really is something to see! Travel as much as possible and make your own unique list of the most beautiful cities in the world.

There is an opportunity to relax abroad, but do not know where to spend the most unforgettable vacation? Take your time to buy tickets and pack your bags. We have compiled a rating of the most beautiful cities in the world, visiting which you will definitely remember for a lifetime, believe me - bright and good emotions will be provided.
But first, we advise you to take a short trip

1. Venice

Most travelers who have visited this city on the water unanimously admit that Venice is the most beautiful city on our planet and, at the same time, the most unique. Each building here is a real work of architectural art.
After all, it is not for nothing that Venice has the most expensive real estate in Italy, which only real nouveau riche can afford to buy.

When you come to Venice for the first time, the magical landscape of this city is simply breathtaking, evoking the feeling of being in a real fairy tale. Venice is inspiring. It was here that the brave traveler Marco Polo, the famous lover and heartthrob Giacomo Casanova and the greatest composer Antonio Vivaldi were born.

2. Paris

"See Paris and die" - once said famous writer Ilya Erinburg. But he was right about something. You can love this city with all your heart or hate it with all your heart. But he certainly will not leave anyone indifferent! The river Seine and the bridges that cross it, the beautiful boulevards and monumental monuments, the charming streets of Montmarte - all these places make Paris one of the most complex and elegant cities in the world in terms of architecture.

If you find yourself in Paris, be sure to visit the Salvador Dali Museum, stroll along the Champs Elysees, admire the beauty of the city from the Eiffel Tower, and of course, take a look at the works of the greatest artists in the Louvre with your own eyes.

In the evening, after a walk, you can sit with a cup of coffee in a street cafe or take a boat ride on the Seine for a small fee. And then you will understand that Paris is rightfully called the city of lovers.

3.Prague

There is no more majestic city on Earth than Prague, because it is not for nothing that the capital of the Czech Republic is also called the city of a thousand spiers. Amazing buildings and monuments date back to almost every period of the city's history, which goes back over a thousand years.
Admire the castle spiers from the Charles Bridge across the Vltava River, take a leisurely walk along the Old Town Square. You will not experience such overwhelming emotions anywhere else.

Picturesquely located on a hilly ridge descending to the great Tagus River, the capital of Portugal, the city of Lisbon is one of the most beautiful policies on the planet. Lisbon is unique. Almost all local streets are painted in black and white, black symbolizes the robes of the patron saint of Lisbon - St. Vincent, and white - the color of the clothes of the crusader knights.

If you are lucky enough to be in this city, be sure to visit the local attraction - Belem Tower, because it offers a breathtaking, panoramic view of the city.

5. Rio de Janeiro

Residents of Rio de Janeiro believe that God created the world in six days, and on the seventh day he did not rest, but worked, devoting it completely to the construction of Rio. The city is really located in a stunningly beautiful place on the planet.

Green, tropical exuberance blends with ocean sky blue and hot brilliance. sandy beaches, surrounding Rio De Janeiro with simply unique natural beauty. Without a doubt, Rio is considered to be a very beautiful city in Brazil.

6. Amsterdam

Almost every building in Amsterdam can be classified as an architectural monument, because there are more than 4,000 buildings built in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The city is famous for the beauty of picturesque fountains, old cobbled streets and elegant architecture of houses.

Amsterdam has a huge number of museums, from museums of sex and erotica, to museums of the greatest artists of various historical eras, from the 15th century to our time. The city is famous for its windmills, tulips and beer festivals, which attract millions of tourists from all over the world every year.

7. Florence

Florence is a very beautiful city of the greatest creators of the Renaissance. It was here that Leonardo Da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo and Botticelli created their masterpieces, and this is not the whole list of brilliant artists and inventors.

A large number of majestic cathedrals and churches adorn the streets of this fantastic city. The most famous of them is the church of Santa Croce, where the remains of Galileo, Michelangelo and Machiavelli are buried.

The city has many streets of the medieval era, with ancient houses that look like fortified fortresses. A visit to Florence will leave you in awe of this beautiful and majestic city.

8. Rome

The city, standing on seven hills near the Tiber River, is famous for its historical monuments and classical architecture. Here, the ancient buildings merge very harmoniously with the modern houses of a large metropolis.

As you stroll slowly through the picturesque streets of Rome, don't forget to visit St. Peter's Basilica, the largest Christian church in the world. Be sure to climb the Spanish Steps and throw a coin into the most beautiful fountain in the city - the Trevi Fountain.

9.Budapest

The beauty of this city is difficult to describe in words, you must see it with your own eyes! It's not for nothing that Budapest is called the "Pearl of the Danube", and visiting the capital of Hungary, you can appreciate the beauty of graceful bridges and squares, the exquisite architecture of magnificent buildings. Budapest is incredibly beautiful in winter, but all the splendor of this city is revealed in summer, when the beauty of the surrounding nature is added to the stunning view of the city.

Be sure to walk along the Heroes' Square and cross the Széchenyi Bridge on foot, which is the hallmark of Budapest. By the way, this bridge is a copy of London Bridge, only bigger size. The building of the State Opera House, rebuilt in the 19th century in the style of classicism, strikes with its appearance.

10.Bruges

This Not Big city, in little Belgium is famous all over the world for its great beauty. Bruges is one of the best preserved medieval cities in the world, adorned with a large number of Gothic monuments, surrounded by an oval canal and extremely romantic lanes. No wonder this city is one of the most visited in Europe.

11. Singapore

The city-state is famous for the stunning cleanliness of its streets, and the incredible futuristic landscapes of majestic skyscrapers. If you find yourself in Singapore, be sure to check out the Singapore Park. This garden contains 220,000 species of various plants from all over our vast planet.

And consider beautiful panorama city ​​from a bird's eye view, you can from the Ferris wheel towering over Marina Bay.
Of course, in this article it is impossible to describe all the beautiful cities in the world, because there are a huge number of them and each is unique in its own way.

But in our opinion, the most beautiful city is the one in which you were born and live, where all the alleys and most interesting places. And if you leave forever to live in one of the policies listed in the list, your hometown will forever remain in your memory as the most magnificent on the planet.

Then it would be possible to take into account the opinions of all connoisseurs of the beauties of nature and architecture. The problem is also created by cities located in Asia and inorganic for the perception of a European: they seem more outlandish than beautiful, so there is absolutely no unanimity when it comes to Asian cities.

But we still tried to collect and analyze many opinions of Internet users and offer a rating that includes the most frequently named cities as the most beautiful in the world. Read and see photos of the most beautiful city in the world.

And in 10th place is the only Russian city that is included in many ratings - in the past, the capital of the Russian Empire, St. Petersburg.

This is one of the world's tourist centers, which attracts connoisseurs of architecture from all over the world. It ranks 7th among the most visited European cities by tourists.
Located in a beautiful place, on the shores of the Gulf of Finland, St. Petersburg attracts with the beauties of nature and urban and suburban development.

Being beyond the Arctic Circle, the city is also famous for its white nights, when you can walk the streets and enjoy amazing views around the clock.

A lot of rivers and canals that cut the city into several islands provide space for the creators unique bridges, among which there are many divorced ones. Bridges, palaces, parks, museums of St. Petersburg make the city one of the most beautiful and amazing cities in the world.

9 Budapest

The capital of Hungary is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Its amazing panorama overlooking the Danube is even considered a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.

The glory of Budapest is created not only by amazing architectural monuments, but also by thermal springs (there are more than 120 of them), and world-famous cuisine. The city consists of three parts - Buda, Pest, Obuda - each of which has its famous architectural monuments.

These are the Parliament building and Andrassy Avenue in Pest, the fortress and the Church of the Virgin (13th century) in Buda, the unique arboretum on Margaret Island, the ruins of Aquincum in Obuda. A number of zones in the city are pedestrian, they are created specifically for walking and admiring the beauties of the city.

8 Rio de Janeiro

This is not only the ultimate dream of the Odessa swindler Ostap Bender, but also one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The second largest city in Brazil boasts a huge number of attractions, many of which are listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.

This is the Historical center of the city, where you can see the buildings of the XVI-XIX centuries. Copacabana Beach, Mint, City Theatre, mountain sugar loaf, Flamengo Park, amazing churches, a botanical garden - these are some of the the most beautiful places, attracting thousands of tourists, there are so many of them that you can’t get around even in a few days.

And, of course, the most famous landmark of Rio de Janeiro is the statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Mount Corcovado.

7 Tokyo

The capital of Japan is considered by many people to be the most beautiful city in Asia.
Combining ancient picturesque streets and chic modern quarters, Tokyo really staggers the traveler's imagination. And how beautiful are the numerous parks and squares loved by the Japanese!

In the capital of Japan, you can walk endlessly. Why are there only almost five thousand Buddhist and Shinto temples! The Oriental Garden is amazingly beautiful; it is worth seeing the moat, ancient walls and bridges, as well as other examples of Japanese architecture of the 17th century: gates, watchtowers, and the like.

6 Sydney

The largest and most expensive (in terms of cost of living) city in Australia is often mistakenly considered its capital. However, this is not so, which does not prevent him from becoming one of the most beautiful and interesting cities in the world.

Looking at modern Sydney, it is impossible to assume that the city was once created as a settlement for convicts. Now it is a chic metropolis, combining dynamic business districts and fashionable bedrooms.

The main attraction of Sydney and one of the most famous buildings in the world is the building of the Opera House, which looks like several sea shells or the wings of strange birds. The Harbor Bridge also attracts crowds of tourists.

Its arches are more than half a kilometer long and rise above the bay to a height of almost 140 meters. The city is also famous for its numerous picturesque beaches.

5 Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Amazing Florence enjoys well-deserved love and admiration of tourists. Such pearls of world architecture as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Medici Riccardi Palace are part of the treasury of the heritage of mankind.

Stunning buildings invariably cause an exclamation of amazement from everyone who had the good fortune to see them live. And the whole city, which traces its history back to the 1st century BC, is a colossal museum with so many amazing buildings and parks that it is very difficult to even catch a glimpse of them in one day. And the Uffizi Gallery and old bridge have no analogues in the world.

4 Prague

The capital of the Czech Republic is rightfully considered a favorite place of pilgrimage for thousands of lovers of architectural beauties.

The famous sights of this city are difficult to even simply list, and it is simply impossible to see in one or two days. Charles Bridge, founded in the 4th century and built over 50 years, has seen fairs and coronations, courts and tournaments, and is now a recognized "calling card" of the Czech Republic.

A Prague Castle, famous for its beauty and the amazing St. Vitus Cathedral, is a witness to the entire history of the Czech people with its victories and tragedies.

3 Rome

The Eternal City entered the top three and took pride of place among the most beautiful cities in the world. Existing since antiquity, combining ancient monuments and modern architecture, the "City on Seven Hills" is one of the most beloved by tourists around the world.

The Roman Forum, the Colosseum and the Pantheon are the most unique monuments of history, which thousands of travelers are drawn to see. Being the center of Catholicism, Rome also attracts many pilgrims, everyone dreams of seeing the famous St. Peter's Cathedral and more than 900 churches in the city.

One of the most popular attractions in Rome is the Castle of the Angel, sometimes called the Sad Castle. Once it was the family mausoleum of Hadrian, but then it became a fortress protecting the Pope and demonstrating the power of Catholicism. Now the castle houses a museum.

2 Paris

Elegant and chic, mysterious and glittering, Paris lies at the foot of five hills; this is probably the most romantic city in the world, whose reputation is incredibly high. It is believed that seeing Paris is the dream of any traveler.

Indeed, it is difficult to find so many spectacular and unusual monuments and architectural structures anywhere else.

The Eiffel Tower is known to people all over the world, it is a symbol of Paris, as is the Louvre - a museum with a truly unique collection of works of art. It is impossible to be in Paris and not visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, sung in the famous novel by V. Hugo.

As well as the Champs Elysees - the longest street of the famous city, where you can see the world's best shops, luxury hotels, chic restaurants - everything that makes Paris and one of the capitals of world trade.

1 London is the most beautiful city in the world.

According to many opinion polls, London takes the first place in our rating.

The modern look of the capital of the United Kingdom has developed over the centuries. Many architectural monuments, once destroyed, are meticulously restored, and many of them can now be viewed.

Tempting Westminster is the most famous and most visited area of ​​London.

Here travelers can enjoy the view of the ancient buildings of Westminster Abbey, National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace; here you can see the famous Big Ben, unusually beautiful church St. Margaret or W. Churchill's underground office.

But Westminster is not only history, because the political life of London is still in full swing here and all the important events in the life of the royal family take place.

And economic life is in full swing in Soho - the shopping area of ​​the city, which also invariably enjoys the interest of tourists. This is where the real mixture of history and modernity lies, because Soho is also the most famous entertainment center.

London is famous for its amazing parks, where there are always many who want to relax, enjoy the beauty of nature, just have a cup of coffee with a sandwich, sitting not in the office, but on the green grass under the canopy of trees.

Place in the ranking	City	A country
1	London	England
2	Paris	France
3	Rome	Italy
4	Prague	Czech
5	Florence	Italy
6	Sydney	Australia
7	Tokyo	Japan
8	Rio de Janeiro	Brazil
9	Budapest	Hungary
10	Saint Petersburg	Russia

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This article contains the most beautiful cities in the world according to LifeGlobe. Watch, discuss, add! It is very difficult to name a city more beautiful than another, because there are many criteria for comparison, and if one city stands out exclusively for its beautiful skyscrapers, then another, for example, can look spectacular due to the unusual nature surrounding it, etc. Therefore, this list does not represent any scientific or sociological value, we do not name any cities in it more beautiful than others, we do not make any rating - the most beautiful cities in the world are simply collected here.

By the way, if we talk about skyscrapers, then the first city associated with them for the majority will most likely be the "City of Skyscrapers" of Chicago - we will start with it.

Many people think that Chicago was called the City of Skyscrapers solely because of the huge number of high-rise buildings on its territory - perhaps this is true, but few know that in 1885 it was here, in the then small, ordinary town of Chicago, that the first world skyscraper The Home Insurance Building, which existed until 1931. Of course, it was not the tallest building in the world ("only" 10 floors originally and +2 floors in 1891), but the construction of this high-rise building can be safely called the first step towards the subsequent complete transformation of the appearance of almost every fairly large city on Earth!

Someone may argue that it was not at all the first high-rise building in the world, that high-rise buildings appeared several centuries ago in Yemen, and this is true, but the construction of skyscrapers began to gain obvious mass character precisely after the appearance of the first Chicago high-rise building.

Today in Chicago, there are 17 buildings whose height is over 200 meters, and three of them are among the twenty most tall buildings world (including the highest in North America 443.2-meter skyscraper Sears Tower).

In addition, beautiful architecture of the middle of the last century and modern architecture coexist perfectly in Chicago, striving more for height than the beauty of external facades (although there are exceptions, such as the Aqua skyscraper).

And this is what Chicago will look like if the construction of the Chicago Spare skyscraper is unfrozen and the crown of creativity of the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava is still completed. It’s only a pity that the investor decided to make some adjustments to the design of the building and the skyscraper is now twisted not by 360 degrees, but by only 270 degrees and ends not with an elegant spire, but with an ordinary flat roof, but what can you do in order for your project to be built …

Today, the Chicago skyline is the tallest and densest in the world. In short, a skyline is a view of a line of skyscrapers against the sky, or, in another way, it is an artificial horizon created by buildings, a view of the city from the side. Skyline can also be called a kind of fingerprint of the city, since each city has its own and the same simply does not exist.

Not to go far, the next city on our list is New York, whose skyline is distinguished by its unique diversity, achieved thanks to the huge number of buildings of various architectural styles. And Hollywood has also made it the most recognizable skyline in the world.

In New York, as many as 44 buildings "stepped over" the 200-meter mark! This is the largest number of skyscrapers in the world located in one city.

Of course, not counting the twin towers of the World shopping center… But today the Freedom Tower is being built in their place, promising to become the most prominent building in the city.

In addition, it is here, in New York, that the unchanging symbol of America is located - the Statue of Liberty, as well as the UN headquarters.

You can not ignore another American city - San Francisco.

This relatively small city is associated, first of all, with the famous Golden Gate, which also owes its popularity to Hollywood.

Another "Hollywood" landmark of San Francisco is Alcatraz Island, which was once an impregnable prison, and now is one of the main tourist attractions of the city.

Another beautiful city is located in Canada. Of course, this is the largest city in the country - Toronto, which has a corresponding skyline with seven buildings above 200 meters.

These 7 buildings also include the 553.3-meter CN Tower, which until 2007 held the title of the tallest building in the world (although it is only 13 meters higher than the Ostankino TV tower) and lost it after the appearance of the 828-meter Dubai Tower

Although in fact, to be honest, the CN Tower was not the tallest building in the world - there are taller TV towers - it was just that the CN Tower had the tallest building before the Burj Dubai appeared. Observation deck, which offers a unique panorama of Toronto.

Another Canadian city worth noting is Vancouver, which recently hosted the Winter Olympics.

Of course, there are no such huge skyscrapers here as in the cities described above, but this did not stop Vancouver from becoming three times " the best city world" according to the British edition of The Economist.

Among the cities South America highlight Rio de Janeiro.

Of course, in comparison with the previous giant cities, the city does not exude any special beauty, but it is located in a very picturesque place, among greenery, which gives it a special charm.

The view of the city from the back of the statue of Christ the Redeemer, the Brazilian carnival and New Year's celebrations on Copacabana beach have long been business cards Rio.

And here is the same Copacabana beach with New Year's fireworks

Now let's jump through Pacific Ocean straight to Tokyo - the pearl of Japan. Until recently, Tokyo was considered the most populated city in the world, until it was overtaken by the sprawling Mexico City.

Japan's capital boasts 15 buildings over 200 meters, including the famous 332.6-meter Tokyo Tower, which changes color every night.

By the way, the construction of a new, even taller television tower, the 634-meter Tokyo Sky Tree, is underway, so if there are no delays, then at the end of 2011, another noticeable high-altitude landmark will appear in the Tokyo sky.

A distinctive feature of the Tokyo skyline, due to the huge size of the city, is that in fact there are several skylines in Tokyo - from every angle the city looks different.

At night, thousands of Tokyo's buildings shimmer with neon, creating breathtaking views, and during the day, Tokyo's unique charm is given by the unique Japanese architecture. By the way, the city has the world's largest fleet of helicopters - indispensable means of transportation during the worst traffic jams.

Another amazing "city on an island" is Singapore, which is considered one of the cleanest capitals in the world and, in addition, has an interesting layout.

The fact is that on the territory of the city there is a ban on the construction of buildings above 280 meters, due to the restrictions of the air traffic control service, so the Singapore skyline is distinguished by its even proportions - three skyscrapers exactly 280 meters each and five more skyscrapers slightly above 200.

Most of Singapore's buildings are painted in light colors, and the city center is surrounded by large-scale green spaces.

We simply could not help but name Sydney among the most beautiful cities in the world, because it is The largest city Australia.

The Sydney skyline has 8 skyscrapers above 200 meters, and famous building The Sydney Opera House and the Harbor Bridge have long been the hallmarks of the city and the continent.

Among other things, the most beautiful fireworks show in the world is held annually in Sydney on New Year's Eve!

Speaking of Australia, we also cannot miss another amazing city - Melbourne, which also has an extraordinary appearance and a beautiful skyline.

The city combines Victorian and modern architecture, is replete with parks and is considered the sports and cultural capital of the country.

In Melbourne, as well as in Sydney, 8 skyscrapers "stepped over" the mark of 200 meters, only the spread in heights is much more contrasting than in the Australian capital.

The next settlement in the list of "The most beautiful cities in the world according to LifeGlobe" has the most beautiful skyline among the countries of the East, although many may even call it among the most beautiful cities in the world. Of course, this is Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is on our list for a good reason, because it is home to 4 of the 15 tallest buildings in the world! In total, there are 39 buildings "for 200 meters" in the city.

Accordingly, the skyline of Hong Kong is characterized by many towers reaching the sky, decorated with pleasant night lighting, beautifully reflected in the water - and all this against the backdrop of the silent mountains surrounding the city. If you look at the city from Victoria Peak, then the most extensive skyline on the planet will open up to your eyes!

Another Chinese city that we could not ignore is Shanghai, which looks more like some kind of space station than a city.

China's largest and most advanced city, Shanghai was the country's most cosmopolitan city in the early 20th century, but lost that status during the Mao era.

But today, the city is quickly reclaiming its title as one of the main driving forces of the world economy, as well as an example of modern architecture.

There are 18 buildings over 200 meters high in the sky of Shanghai, including the 468-meter Oriental Pearl in the city center - Asia's tallest TV tower.

In terms of the pace of development, only Dubai can be compared with Shanghai, which has recently begun to rapidly transform. You can read about the sights of Dubai in a special selection.

Of course, the poor areas of the city still look miserable, but the business center of the city, in the rebuilding of which the sheikhs invest billions, is gradually growing up.

35 Dubai skyscrapers - over 200 meters high (5 of them are exactly 200 meters high), some can be easily recognized by their unique shape - take for example the unusual Rose Tower, the Dubai Sail and the tallest building in the world at 828 meters high with the amazing Dubai Fountain

Now let's fast forward to Western Europe, namely to the capital of France - Paris. This is what it looks like from Notre Dame Cathedral

Of course, Paris cannot boast of high-rise buildings and numerous high-tech buildings, but this is the highlight of this amazing city! Only the symbol of France rises in the center.

In Paris, they have repeatedly tried to build skyscrapers, and simply large buildings and communications, but each time they came across legal prohibitions - it was thanks to a tough policy regarding the protection of the historical center of the city that Paris has retained its historical appearance to this day, and all of them are any big corporations and business organizations have settled or are about to settle in convenient suburbs (for example, the La Defense area). In fact, the center of Paris is a real living museum!

A distinctive feature of Parisian architecture is a special type of U-shaped mansions with a courtyard and a garden on the back side of the middle part of the building. Most of these buildings were built back in the 17th-18th centuries, and later buildings can be distinguished by a characteristic courtyard closed on all four sides. You can read more about Parisian mansions in the article Official Palaces of Paris and its suburbs

Another city of this type is London. In the capital of England there are also no skyscrapers higher than 200 meters, although, unlike Paris, many rather big buildings are scattered around the city (for example, the 180-meter "Cucumber" by Norman Foster).

But on the territory of London, buildings of almost all medieval architectural styles have been preserved (although there would have been much more if it were not for the large-scale fire of 1666 and the bombing during the Second World War).

The most familiar London view is, of course, the view of the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben across the Thames and the largest Ferris wheel in Europe -

It was this view that was used as a screensaver for the new British series "Sherlock" about the modern adventures of the famous detective, who instantly became the most popular series in Britain and took a strong position in the world box office.

The second most popular (after London) city in the UK is the capital of Scotland - the city of Edinburgh.

The bulk of the medieval Edinburgh Castle rises above the city, and the city center is fully listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition, one of the oldest botanical gardens in the UK is also located here.

Another unforgettable European city, completely different from all of the above settlements, is Venice - a city on the water.

Narrow streets, along which they move by boat, and not by the usual vehicles, will not leave anyone indifferent! No wonder Venice is considered one of the most romantic cities in Europe.

Another Italian city on our list is one of the oldest cultural centers in Europe. This, of course, is Florence - a museum city with the unchanging hulk of the Duomo cathedral, towering over the city.

It is not for nothing that Florence is called the city-museum, because it was here that the Italian Renaissance was born.

The most recognizable place in Florence, which has long become a symbol of this city, is Ponte Vecchio, one of the most beautiful bridges in the world.

The last Italian city on our list, but far from the last in importance, is Rome.

The next European city to stop at is Prague, with the same red-roofed houses and grey-green spiers of St. Vitus Cathedral.

You can easily see that Prague is literally immersed in greenery, which makes it one of the "greenest" European capitals.

The main square of the city is formed by houses of completely different styles and colors, and in the center there are extensive flower beds, which gives it some kind of indescribable charm - this is one of the most famous and largest squares in the world.

Czech capital stretches on both banks of the Vltava River, across which many bridges are thrown, including the famous one.

Another Czech city located on the banks of the Vltava and worthy of inclusion in our list is Cesky Krumlov, a small oasis with red roofs, narrow streets and a castle built into the rock ...

To get to the city center - you need to go under such a multi-level arch

On the sides are the earlier parts of the castle

The historic center of Krumlov is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

It is also impossible not to include another small Czech town in the list of the most beautiful cities in the world - Olomouc, which is considered one of the most beautiful ancient cities in the country.

central square city ​​with the Column of the Holy Trinity and the city hall building.

And here is the same square on the mini-plan of the city, located here.

For a large number of ancient buildings and monuments, Olomouc is also called the second Prague, or "Prague in miniature", and it is not surprising, because almost the entire city consists of a variety of medieval buildings and cozy pavements.

The "pearl" of neighboring Poland is the city of Krakow, in which there is simply a colossal number of historical monuments, buildings and castles.

A monument near the wall of the Wawel Castle, in which Polish President Lech Kaczynski and his wife were buried, who tragically died in a plane crash on April 10, 2010.

For such a variety of antiquities, Krakow was even nicknamed the Polish Petersburg (sometimes called the Polish Athens) - it is not surprising that the city is considered the cultural capital of Poland.

Among the cities of Germany, one should single out, first of all, Berlin, which, in fact, is the "greenest" city in the country, because. almost every street is lined with green spaces.

In addition to green streets, the world-famous building and the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin also abounds with medieval baroque buildings and wide squares.

One of the most picturesque squares in Berlin - Gendarmenmarkt

Night Berlin

Another german city, Frankfurt am Main, can be called a kind of "European Chicago" - the largest number of skyscrapers among European cities is concentrated in Frankfurt.

The main feature of Frankfurt is the contrast between modern skyscrapers and ancient buildings of the historic city center.

Night view of Frankfurt skyscrapers

Another beautiful city in Germany is Nuremberg, whose center is replete with spiers of medieval cathedrals and red-roofed houses.

View of the city from a bird's eye view

Medieval castle on a hill

Nuremberg is known not only in Germany, but all over the world, and for the large accumulation of historical sights it is even often called the "Treasury of the German Empire".

Let's not forget about cities more distant from us, for example, we cannot ignore the South African city of Cape Town, which is considered the most beautiful city in Africa.

Stadium built in Cape Town for the 2010 FIFA World Cup

Cape Town is famous, first of all, thanks to the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point and Table Mountain, the silhouette of which is depicted on the flag of the city.

Of course, the list is far from complete, so any comments and additions are welcome! Comment, write about the cities you like and soon they will appear here!