TOP 15 MOST BEAUTIFUL CITIES IN THE WORLD

TOP 15 MOST BEAUTIFUL CITIES IN THE WORLD

15.ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA



Fyodor Dostoyevsky called his adopted metropolis “the most intentional and abstract city in the world.” Built in a short, fevered period of time based on one man’s—Peter the Great’s—vision, Russia’s second-largest city is a sort of work of art in and of itself, evoking comparisons to Florence, Italy


14.VANCOUVER, CANADA

Starting the countdown is Vancouver, and there's little wonder why this city has made the cut. With an unrivalled setting between water and the mountains, there may not be a more stunning city in Canada.


13.SYDNEY,AUSTRALIA

A sparkling harbour, beautiful beaches and impressive landmarks galore are responsible for Sydney’s place in our beautiful cities poll. Its charm is further amplified by leafy suburbs like Surry Hills and picturesque coastal paths, such as the one that leads from Bondi to Coogee.

12.SEVILLE, SPAIN

Lord Byron once said of Seville, it 'is a pleasant city, famous for oranges and women.' But there’s more to this place than its eponymous orange – Seville’s elegant architecture makes it one of the most beautiful cities in the world, as our Kelsey MacAulay agreed on Twitter.

11.SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN

In 11th place is another Spanish city, San Sebastián. Having never played a role as a key important port or industrial centre for Spain, this coastal city has been a summer playground for the royal family since the mid 1800s. Set in a wonderfully curved bay, with a golden sand beach lapped by the azure waters of the Bay of Biscay, it’s a beautiful city all year round.

10.RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

Perhaps it’s the coastal location and famous Copacabana beach that draw people to Rio, or maybe it's the imposing Art Deco statue of Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain. Either way, from the ocean to the forested Parque Nacional da Tijuca, there’s no denying that this Brazilian metropolis has natural and manmade beauty aplenty.

9.KYOTO,JAPAN

You voted Kyoto the 9th most beautiful city in the world. As the centre of Japanese culture for hundreds of years, and surrounded by magnificent and easily accessible mountains, there's much to be impressed by here. Walk around the east side of the city see the best of the traditional temples.

8.BRISBANE, AUSTRAILIA

In 8th place is Brisbane – Queensland Australia's largest city – been chosen for its winning combination of high-rise modern architecture, lush green spaces and the enormous Brisbane River that snakes its way through the centre before emptying itself into the azure Moreton Bay.

7.VENICE, ITALY

You voted the floating island of Venice the 7th most beautiful city in the world, perhaps only pipped to the post due to the millions of tourists that pack its streets each year. Yet despite mass tourism, Venice will always have charm, with its undeniably romantic setting, classic architecture and wonderful sea views.

6.PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

Next up in our poll of the most beautiful cities in the world is Prague, a city of two sides: by night it's a buzzing metropolis with a hedonistic party scene, but by day you can lose yourself in a warren of quaint cobbled streets, or spend an afternoon admiring the view from the Charles Bridge, stretched across the Vltava, up to the castle.

5.LONDON, ENGLAND

With sprawling green spaces, its huge gothic parliament buildings and perhaps the most famous residence in the world, Buckingham Palace, London can lay claim to being one of the most beautiful cities ever built. Even in the grittier east you can find allure at Columbia Road flower market, or atop the hill in Greenwich Park overlooking the Canary Wharf towers across the Thames.

4.EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND

It's famed for its excellent annual festival, but there is more to Edinburgh than great comedy and arts – and according to you, it’s beauty. Head east of the city and make the short walk up Arthur’s Seat, an 823ft-high dormant volcano, to take in views of Scotland’s capital and you won’t need to question why it’s been voted the 4th most beautiful city in the world.

3.PARIS, FRANCE

Finishing in 3rd place, France's capital has been long considered the paragon of style and the most glamorous city in Europe – and we can't disagree with your choice to put Paris near the top of this poll. We love its elegant streets and boulevards, the lofty Eiffel Towerand the plethora of incredible art and architecture throughout the city.

2.FLORENCE, ITALY

The cathedral dome that dominates the city's skyline is just one of the many attractions that make Florence one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The river Arno that cuts through the heart of the city, the Piazza della Signoria and the gorgeous church of San Miniato al Monte are all among Florence's highlights.

1.ROME, ITALY

At number one you voted Rome as the most beautiful city in the world. With its thousand-year-old buildings, beautiful piazzas and world-class art – not to mention Vatican City – it’s certainly no surprise. Rome, after all, is the capital of the so-called bel paese, or "beautiful country".

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