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It is impossible to choose the best place on Earth, since in every part of the world, in every country there is something to see and something to feel. But every tourist and person who loves to travel and is looking for inspiration is obliged to visit the ten places that will be presented below. Photos will never be able to convey the unimaginable beauty that each of the listed places conceals.
Tenth place is occupied by unusual colored rocks, which are located in China, Gansu province. UNESCO World Heritage has listed this natural wonder under its protection, as the amazing rocks look like they were painted by Pablo Picasso. The rock formation, consisting of colored sandstones and conglomerates of the Mesozoic era, looks impressive, especially against the backdrop of the grayness of the large cities that are located near the province. Artists come here to gain inspiration, and ordinary people come to see this unusual phenomenon with their own eyes.
Ninth place is occupied by the horizontal twin waterfalls in Talbot Bay, Australia. The continent itself boasts a large number of places that truly seem to be natural wonders, untouched by man. But those who seek thrills and dote on extreme sports, you simply must visit these unusual waterfalls. Their horizontal flow is due to the fact that a huge stream of water rushes at high speed through the mountain range and gorges, creating a temporary waterfall. Daredevils will probably appreciate this dangerous journey along the seething streams of water and will be able to fully enjoy the beauty of this unusual phenomenon.
Eighth place in the TOP is occupied by one of the largest caves on the planet - Hang Son Dong, which is located in Vietnam. This miracle of nature is so magnificent that, even looking at the photo, you get the feeling of how small people are, because the height of the cave is 240 meters and the width is almost one kilometer. In such a huge area you can place an entire airport with several aircraft. But it is useless to describe this miracle of nature, because you need to see such a creation of nature yourself.
Volcano Erebus is on the seventh line of our hit parade. For humanity, volcanoes pose a danger, but this does not make them any less incredible and amazing. Many people risk their lives in order to take a couple of shots of active and dormant volcanoes on our planet. People are accustomed to volcanoes looking standard: a green base and a snow cap. But Erebus Volcano is an exception to all the rules, since it is a block of ice on the coldest continent on Earth - Antarctica. Yes, it is quite difficult to get to it, because expeditions to the South Pole are not carried out very often, but whenever possible it is worth visiting this miracle of nature. Ice caps peeking out from under mountain ranges release gas and even lava, which among eternal ice and the permafrost looks amazing even in the photo.
The sixth position is rightfully occupied by flower valleys in India. For the fair sex, plantations of various flowers listed in the Red Book will be the best gift. But the stronger sex will not be left without impressions, because the beauty of this paradise on planet Earth is mesmerizing. When you find yourself in a flower valley, you get the feeling that this place is completely untouched by man.
The most beautiful places on the planet: top five
The fifth position among the most unusual places is occupied by Plitvice Lakes that are in Croatia. The crystal clear water flowing along the green slopes is mesmerizing. The flowers of India are undoubtedly beautiful, but as it was once said: “You can look at three things: a working man, fire and water.” Anyone can get inspired, plunge into the clear water of lakes and simply see pristine nature with their own eyes. Blue waters will be comparable to lagoons Pacific Ocean by its beauty.
The fourth place rightfully belongs to the reed flute cave in China. It is Asia that has always attracted travelers because unusual structures and beauty that cannot be found in other parts of the world. China is full of mysteries, and the Reed Flute Cave is proof of this. Those who have been there claim spiritual cleansing and complete relaxation that cannot be found anywhere else on Earth.
Chocolate hills in the Philippines are ranked third in the TOP. They are named so not because of the cocoa beans, but because these hills resemble truffle candies. Those with a sweet tooth will absolutely appreciate such a “delicious” place. But in fact, the basis of the hills is one of the varieties of limestone, which in the summer gives the hills their color.
The penultimate, second place in the hit parade of beautiful corners of our planet is occupied by Pink Lake, which is located in West Africa. This name of the reservoir was given for a reason: its color is bright pink at any time of the year. The salinity of the water in this lake is several times higher than in the Dead Sea, and among its inhabitants there is only one bacterium, which gives the reservoir such an unusual color. From a bird's eye view, the lake looks impressive, because it is surrounded by the African jungle and the deep ocean.
And the leader, closing the TOP 10, is the Uyuni salt marsh in Bolivia. It would seem that what could be unusual in salt deposits? Absolutely right - nothing. But only until these amazing places flood during the rainy season. The salt marsh turns into a mirror surface in which the whole world is reflected. At this time, Uyuni attracts tourists who take extraordinary pictures.
Are you planning to change your permanent place of residence and go to another country? We bring to your attention a fresh ranking of 17 cities in the world that are best suited for expat life. On the menu: a high standard of living, good job prospects, rich leisure time and the opportunity to make new friends!
The rating was compiled based on data from the international company InterNations, which helps expats around the world adapt to life in a foreign country. More than 14,000 people took part in the survey.
New York, USA
The city is known for its high cost of living, but its strong point is its great career prospects.
Photo: choicehotels.com 16 Zurich, Switzerland
Swiss cities now and then shoot high in various rankings. Zurich is no exception, as it has one of the best quality of life in the world.
Photo: swisskyline.ch 15 Berlin, Germany
The German capital is considered not only a great place to find work and have fun, but also a great city for raising children.
Photo: go2festival.com Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva is attractive to expats for its excellent job opportunities and high standard of living. Some of the richest people in the world also live here.
Photo: alamy.com 13 Frankfurt, Germany
Frankfurt is a true hub for migrant jobs, which is why it is included in this ranking.
Photo: flickr.com by Rudy 12 Basel, Switzerland
A quiet and cozy town with picturesque landscapes. Basel borders France and Germany, providing excellent job opportunities. Is it worth repeating ourselves and talking about a high standard of living?
Photo: myswitzerland.com 11 Barcelona, Spain
A sunny city has a lot of advantages for an immigrant’s life: career prospects, a beach on the shore Mediterranean Sea, excellent cuisine and many options for a noisy and fun holiday at any time of the year.
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Toronto, Canada
Expats rank Toronto as an ideal city for making friends.
Photo: jumpshell.com 9 Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico's densely populated capital boasts excellent weather conditions and reasonable prices. Expats note that the salary here can last for a long time.
Photo: mentesalternas.com 8 Sydney, Australia
Sydney, one of Australia's largest cities, is a center of trade. It is suitable for employment and also has an abundance of places to have fun.
Photo: visitnsw.com 7 Munich, Germany
Munich scores highly with expats thanks to its annual beer festivals, as well as its high standard of living and excellent job opportunities.
Photo: protrav.ru 6 Vienna, Austria
Expats noted Vienna's excellent weather and high standard of living.
Photo: austria-time.ru 5 Singapore
The city-state is known as one of the cleanest in the world and has a high standard of living with an enviable average salary.
Photo: fourseasons.com 4 Dusseldorf, Germany
The city in western Germany scored very high in terms of quality of life.
Photo: nice-places.com 3 Madrid, Spain
Expats highly appreciated spanish city. According to them, it is easy to get comfortable here and make new friends. The low cost of living also played a role in obtaining high marks from respondents.
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Houston, USA
The fourth largest city in the US took second place thanks to its relatively low cost of living.
Photo: businessinsider.com 1 Melbourne, Australia
Australia's second most populous city took first place in the ranking because 79% of respondents were satisfied with their employment and personal life here. The presence of a variety of leisure activities also raised the city to the top of the ranking.
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The reputable analytical company Economist Intelligence Unit has published a rating best cities world to live in for 2011. Two were included in the rating Russian cities: St. Petersburg took 68th place, and Moscow - 70th.
The company's experts assessed the quality of life in 140 cities in different countries based on 30 parameters, including safety, healthcare, social stability, education, infrastructure development, availability of goods and services, the state of the environment and the diversity of cultural life.
According to tradition, we will start from the last, 10th place. So…
10th place. Auckland, New Zealand, 95.7 points
In 10th place is Auckland. This The largest city New Zealand with a population of about 1.3 million people, accounting for a quarter of the country's total population.
Today Auckland is the economic and cultural center of New Zealand. The city is not rich in historical sights, but with its picturesque beauty Auckland strikes many hearts of those who come here for the first time.
high-rise tower Sky Tower(Sky Tower) 328 meters high - tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere:
Auckland is surrounded by three sea bays, and there are 48 extinct volcanoes within the city limits.
Night Auckland:
Panorama of Auckland from the Sky Tower (clickable 2500 x 651 px):
9th place. Adelaide, Australia, 95.9 points
9th place belongs to the capital and itself big city state South Australia, fifth largest city in the country with a population of more than 1.1 million people - to the city Adelaide.
It is named after the queen - the wife of the King of Great Britain and Hanover, William IV, who sat on the throne from 1830 to 1837.
The city is located on the ocean. The central part of Adelaide is multi-storey, with several modern skyscrapers, and is small, while the rest of the city is one or two storey in nature. Perfect cleanliness, neatness and impeccable finishing of buildings are the hallmark of Adelaide.
Victoria Fountain:
Tourists are attracted here to Adelaide by Australia's third largest Kangaroo Island - a nature reserve wildlife with a colony of sea lions and a beautiful coastline for fishing.
Kangaroo Island:
The average income per worker in Adelaide does not differ from that of the country, however, the standard of living and property costs here are significantly lower than in other major Australian cities.
8th place. Perth, Australia, 95.9 points
Perth is the largest city and capital of the state Western Australia with a population of about 1,200,000 people, located on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
The city is considered one of the main economic centers of Australia. Gold, diamonds and nickel are mined here. It is here that the world's largest open deposits of gold and nickel are located in the Kalgoorlie region, as well as the world's largest diamond-bearing area, the Kimberley, which is the main competitor of the South African and Yakut diamond deposits.
Modern skyscrapers are a characteristic feature of the Perth cityscape:
Perth is called "The Pearl of Australia". Ancient buildings, a convenient pedestrian area in the center of Perth, and beautiful views of the river make Perth very attractive to tourists.
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One of the attractions is Wolf Creek Meteor Crater:
Many are attracted by Perth's mild and even Mediterranean climate, magnificent beaches, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
7th place. Sydney, Australia, 96.1 points
Australia's largest city on the southeast coast - Sydney. It is twice the size of another giant city - New York, and the main problem for all travelers is how to manage to see as much as possible.
The number of parks and green oases makes Sydney unlike other major cities on the planet: next to the skyscrapers in the City - 34 hectares of territory Royal Botanic Gardens:
In the summer, all life in Sydney moves from the City to the beaches: there are more than 20 city beaches and a dozen harbours. The most famous Bondi Beach is a favorite spot for surfers in Sydney.
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In the evening, Sydney is incredibly beautiful: on the waterfront, the lights of skyscrapers pierce the water of the harbor. One of Sydney's most recognizable buildings - Sydney Opera House:
Another main attraction of Sydney is the Harbor Bridge. It is the city's largest bridge and one of the largest steel arch bridges in the world. (clickable 2500 x 911 px):
Aerial view of Sydney, Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera House:
6th place. Helsinki, Finland, 96.2 points
Helsinki is the capital and largest city of Finland with a population of 578 thousand people.
The city's streets curve around the bays, bridges connect the islands, and ferries communicate with remote islands. Helsinki is permeated with the smell of the sea, and the ports are constantly noisy from arriving and departing ships.
Helsinki is the center of business, education, culture and science in Finland. Greater Helsinki is home to 8 universities and 6 technology parks.
View of the city center. One of the attractions of Helsinki is the Cathedral:
70% of foreign companies operating in Finland are located in this city.
Built on the peninsulas and islands of the Baltic coastline, Helsinki is a maritime city.
5th place. Calgary, Canada, 96.6 points
Calgary is the largest city in the province of Alberta in Canada, in the foothills and prairies region, approximately 80 km east of the Canadian Rockies watershed.
The city is one of the sunniest in Canada- The sun shines there on average 2400 hours a year.
Calgary is located in the transition zone between the foothills of the Canadian Rockies and the Canadian Prairies, so its topography is quite hilly. The elevation of downtown Calgary is approximately 1048 m above sea level.
Life in Calgary, one way or another, revolves around oil production. Its deposits were discovered at the beginning of the 20th century. Despite this, this city is considered by many organizations one of the cleanest in the world.
Olympic Plaza. In the distance you can see a famous landmark - the Calgary Tower, 91 m high. It is designed in such a way that, swaying slightly in the wind, even with very strong gusts it maintains its stability:
Downtown Calgary, 2010 (clickable 2000 x 561 px):
4th place. Toronto, Canada, 97.2 points
Toronto is Canada's largest city and the capital of the province of Ontario. The city received its current name in 1834.
Toronto is Canada's most diverse city, with about 49% of its residents being immigrants. View of the city from a helicopter, November 2010:
Toronto is also home to longest street in the world- Young Street, listed in the Guinness Book of Records and having a length of 1896 km. Here is located largest zoo in the world. The area of the zoo is 283 hectares. Here, in conditions close to their natural habitat, about 5,000 different animals are kept.
View from above of Toronto from the other side:
"CN tower" - world's tallest TV tower, built back in 1976. Its height with the spire is 553 meters, and at an altitude of 446 meters there is a closed observation deck.
It is difficult to find a point here where the TV tower is not visible:
The Toronto Islands are a great place for relaxation and picnics. Locals and tourists love to come here. View of the city from the island:
The main attraction of the Toronto area is Niagara Falls . It is located between lakes Ontario and Erie on the border with the United States, 140 km from Toronto:
This is how Toronto looks like in the near future (clickable, 1700 x 802):
3rd place. Melbourne, Australia, 97.5 points
Melbourne is Australia's second largest city with a population of about 3.8 million and the capital of the state of Victoria. The city is considered one of the main commercial, industrial and cultural centers Australia. It is also often called sports and cultural capital countries.
Melbourne is rightfully considered the most picturesque city Australia. There is exquisite Victorian architecture and wonderful nature here.
Connoisseurs of Victorian architecture should take a stroll along Swanston Street. It is the main street of the city:
Anyone who wants to see the whole of Melbourne at once should climb observation deck Rialto Towers. This is a skyscraper whose height is 253 meters.
View from the Rialto Tower (clickable, 2000 x 548 px):
One of the attractions is the Victoria Arts Centre:
Yarra River, Melbourne:
2nd place. Vienna, Austria, 97.9 points
Vienna - capital of Austria, located in the eastern part of the country. The population of Vienna including its suburbs is about 2.3 million.
This is one of the most charming cities in Europe, located on the banks of the Danube.
Vienna is a world-famous center of music, thanks to a long line of famous musicians who lived and worked in this city: Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Schubert.
There is also luxurious palaces, and majestic squares, picturesque streets and numerous public gardens. One of the most recognizable buildings in the city is the Town Hall:
The Hofburg is the winter residence of the Austrian Habsburgs and the main seat of the imperial court in Vienna. Currently, it is the official residence of the President of Austria. In total there are 2600 halls and rooms:
Located not far from the capital Vienna Woods - mountain range in Austria. This is wonderful natural area recreation - a whole forest area with its own towns and hotels, resorts and thermal springs:
1 place. Vancouver, Canada, 98.0 points
So, we got to 1st place. According to the analytical company Economist Intelligence Unit, the best city the place to live on earth is Vancouver.
Vancouver is located on west coast Canada, on the shore picturesque bay, at the foot of the Pacific coast ridge of the North American Cordillera.
It is the 3rd largest city in Canada with a population of 2,433,000 people and the largest population center in the province of British Columbia.
Vancouver from an altitude of 500 meters:
Night Vancouver:
One of the most picturesque cities in the country is surrounded by dense pine forests, snow-capped mountains and fjords.
There are 20 bridges across the city’s numerous rivers, 3 of which are drawbridges.
This is one of the most beautiful ocean cities in the world. There are spacious beaches, lush parks, and magnificent architecture of buildings. Tourists from all over the world are attracted here by comfortable hotels, many museums, shops, restaurants and sports facilities.
There are a huge number of places and attractions in the world that you want to visit. They are all something special and attract the attention of thousands of tourists every year. When planning your next trip, take a look at this list and perhaps visiting one of these amazing places will leave a lasting impression on you.
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A large castrum sinkhole located in the center of Lighthouse Reef, an atoll within the Belize Barrier Reef. The diameter of this natural miracle is 305 meters, and it goes 120 meters deep. The Blue Hole attracts a huge number of divers from all over the world every year.
2) "Wave" in Arizona, USA
In the state of Arizona in the USA, there are rocks covered with intricate layered patterns that give the place an unearthly appearance. located close to major settlements, therefore it has gained great popularity among tourists.
These hills, called chocolate hills, are located on the island of Bohol in the Philippines. In total, there are more than 1,200 such hills covered with greenery in this area.
This place in the Karakum Desert in Turkmenistan is nicknamed the Gateway to Hell, it was formed after a failed gas drilling operation. During drilling in 1971, all equipment, including the drilling rig, fell into the resulting crater, which was filled with gas. To avoid accidents and poisoning, it was decided to set this gas on fire and since then, it has continued to burn for more than 40 years.
In the Chinese province of Hunan, they became the prototype for the fantastic landscapes from the movie "Avatar". More than 3,000 thousand sand mountains rise to a height of up to 800 meters and are of great interest to tourists, especially after the success of Cameron's film.
One of the most accessible amazing places on the planet, many Russian tourists We have already visited there, since Pamukkale is located just a few hours from the popular Turkish resort of Antalya. Pamukkale, which means “Cotton Castle”, is a snow-white terrace filled with water from mineral springs. The water in these terraces is believed to have healing properties.
7) Antelope Canyon, USA
Antelope Canyon is located in the southwestern United States, 240 kilometers from. Wind and water have done a lot of work over many thousands of years, resulting in this amazing canyon of red-red flowers.
Do you know what the most active volcano located in Antarctica? Volcano Erebus (Ice Towers of Mount Erebus) was discovered on January 28, 1841 by an English expedition led by polar explorer Sir James Clark Ross on the ships Erebus and Terror. The height of this volcano is 3794 meters, making it one of the most high points Antarctica. Inside the volcano there is a large lava lake.
9) Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks Monument, USA
This national monument is located in the state of New Mexico, 60 kilometers from the city of Santa Fe and was formed due to sedimentation of volcanic rocks.
10) Ischigualasto Natural Park, Argentina
This park, also called The Valley of the Moon, is located in the province of San Juan in Argentina. Not the most popular place among tourists, as it is located far from the main tourist routes, but this is where NASA tested its Mars rovers. The landscape of this place looks alien.
11) Salt Flat of Uyuni, Bolivia
The Salt Lake (Salar de Uyuni) in Bolivia is located near Lake Titicaca - this is one of the most amazing and photogenic places on our planet. Everything in this area is saturated with salt, it is everywhere, but the most amazing sight occurs when the rains fall and everything is covered with a thin layer of water, the ideal surface of which turns into a mirror.
12) Danxia Landform, China
This incredible landscape may appear to be just the result of Photoshop, but it is a real geological feature formed by the overlay of sandstone and other mineral rocks. This natural object located in the Chinese province of Gansu. In 2010, the Danxia Landscape was listed World Heritage UNESCO.
13) Crystal Cave of the Giants, Mexico
This cave containing the world's largest crystals was recently discovered in 2000 near the city of Chihuahua in Mexico. These giants measure up to 15 meters in length and 1.5 meters in width and are composed of zinc-silver-lead salts. The cave has a special climate (almost 60 degrees Celsius and 100% air humidity), in which a person cannot spend more than 5-10 minutes.
14) Dry Valleys, Antarctica
A dry valley is the territory of three oasis valleys (Victoria, Wright, Taylor) in Antarctica west of McMurdo Sound. Hurricane winds, lack of precipitation, and low temperatures created a unique climate in this place. Rare lakes have long been turned into ice wells, in which, according to some scientists, unknown microorganisms live.
15) Socotra Island, Yemen
Socotra is an archipelago in Indian Ocean, consisting of 4 islands, located off the coast of Somalia. These islands preserve unique plant and animal life, many of which can only be found here. The symbol of the archipelago is the endemic dragon tree.
16)Giants Causeway, Ireland
More than 40,000 basalt columns form a path that leads to the foot of the volcano, thanks to the eruption of which these amazing columns were created. The Giant's Causeway is one of Northern Ireland's most popular tourist attractions.
17) Kliluk, the Spotted Lake, Canada
Local indigenous Indians consider this lake sacred. The water of this lake has bright colors, as it is saturated with sodium sulfates, calcium, magnesium and other minerals. During the hot season, the water in the lake dries up and many small puddles form, which have different colors, depending on which element of the periodic table predominates in them.
18) "Pulpit" or Preikestolen, Norway
Preikestolen Rock, a favorite place for photographers and just tourists, is a huge rock-cliff with a flat platform 25 by 25 meters. The height of the cliff is 604 meters and from its top there is a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape. The Preikestolen cliff is one of Norway's most popular attractions.
19) Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Plitvice Lakes is the main attraction of Croatia. There are 16 large and several small lakes, about 20 mysterious caves and 120 waterfalls. In this place you can find many species of plants and animals that are unique and found only in the Plitvice Lakes region, which is why they are strictly protected by UNESCO.
20) Cappadocia, Türkiye
Cappadocia, or “The Land of Beautiful Horses” - unique place, located in the Goreme Valley in Turkey. Cappadocia is practically a whole world, which is hidden in caves of volcanic origin, there are houses, monasteries, unique multi-tiered underground cities and much more, all this appeared before our era. This unique place is rightfully popular among tourists coming to Turkey.
21) Yellowstone National Park, USA
Yellowstone National Park is unique natural Park, known throughout the world. The most famous and most visited national park in USA. Yellowstone is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This park is located in three states: Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. Yellowstone is famous for its unique geological features: geysers, geothermal springs and the largest dormant volcano on the entire continent - Caldera.
22) Tunnel of love in the city of Klevan, Ukraine
This tunnel of trees envelops railways which pass near the city of Klevan. Because of its amazing beauty and romance, this place was nicknamed the Tunnel of Love. In the summer, when the tunnel is in its prime, newlyweds like to come here; taking a photo against its background is considered a good sign.
23) Corinth Canal, Greece
It is impossible to believe that this channel was created by human hands. The construction of the Corinth Canal began under Emperor Nero in 67 BC, and was completed only in 1893. This unique man-made creation connects the Saronic Gulf Aegean Sea and the Gulf of Corinth of the Ionian Sea. The depth of the Corinth Canal is 8 meters and the width is 24 meters.
One of the most beautiful places in Chile - Lago General Carrera lake, which contains Marble Caves. This one is unique natural cave consists entirely of multi-colored marble (pink and blue), there are more than 5000 million tons of it.
25) Monsanto village, Portugal
This small Portuguese town is built among huge stone boulders, many of which are home to local residents. The town of Monsanto consists almost entirely of one-story buildings, which are separated by narrow streets; getting here, you can feel like you are in the Middle Ages.
The views of this ice canyon in Greenland are mesmerizing, its deep blue water is captivating and you can get lost in the many intricately crafted ice arches. This canyon is the largest on the island, and its waters are home to bowhead whales, seals and walruses.
27) Skaftafell, Iceland
Skaftafell Park is natural miracle Iceland, where the ice caves of Jökulsarlon lie.
28) Multnomah Falls, USA
29) Seljalandfoss waterfall, Iceland
This temple carved into the rocks truly deserves the title of one of the wonders of the world. The construction of this city began before our era, and it is currently included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
32) Town of Riomaggiore, Italy
A small town in Italy, where houses are piled on the rocks right at the edge of the sea. Cars are prohibited in Riomaggiore.
33) Loy Krathong Festival, Thailand
Every year a festival is held in Thailand, the unchanging tradition of which is the launching of sky lanterns. This amazing sight, when thousands of luminous lights rise into the sky at the same time, is simply mesmerizing. If you're in Thailand in November, don't miss this festival.
34) Mount Roraima, Venezuela
The height of Mount Roraima is 2723 meters, and the summit plateau has an area of 35 square kilometers. Reports of an expedition to the mountain area inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to write his novel The Lost World.
35) Etretat, Normandy, France
It is impossible to list everything in one place interesting places planet, because each place is unique in its own way and deserves attention, but we tried to collect many interesting places that you should pay attention to when going on your next trip.
For many, an ideal country is a state without wars and protests, with a stable economy that allows you to easily secure your life and leisure, without crime and fear for your safety.
Do you know which countries in the world are best suited for such a calm, peaceful, stable life, with prospects for the future? Since 2007, the Institute for Economics and Peace has been researching all peoples and regions of the planet based on external and internal indicators. We may think that the world is becoming increasingly violent in times of crisis, but according to the Global Peace Index, there are 20 of the most peaceful countries in which to live.
1. Denmark
Denmark tops the list of the most peaceful countries on earth because it really is safe place, For life. Even when Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, was under Nazi occupation during World War II, there was no military activity in the city at all. This is because people living in Denmark prefer to focus on economic issues rather than getting involved in various armed conflicts.
Danish people are very friendly, open and helpful. All tourists who have visited Denmark at least once in their lives, without exception, claim that they would like to live in this country.
2. Norway
Many did not expect that Norway could appear on the list of ideal countries to live in. Perhaps this is because Anders Behring Breivik, a mass murderer, has hurt the country's global reputation. Of course, this was an isolated incident of this magnitude, and according to the Global Peace Index, Norway is one of the most peaceful, stable, friendly and safe countries to live in.
It is the state with the highest level of human development in the world. In addition, the Oslo government always places economic stability, social development and peace at the top of the country's list of priorities.
3. Singapore
As an active member of the international community and, overall, a small separate nation, Singapore may never have happened! Since gaining independence in 1965 as a sovereign Republic, Singapore has always focused on being a great neighbor through establishing social, peaceful, economic, political relations with all countries.
Singapore cooperates with the United Nations, and also participates in various global, unilateral and multilateral campaigns to promote international cooperation, and is also a member of the WTO (World Trade Organization).
Singapore is on the list of the most peaceful countries and is also one of the richest countries in the world. Here the level of murders and violent crime is tens of times lower than in other countries.
4. Slovenia
Beautiful European country Slovenia is also in the “ideal to live” rating. It showed the lowest indicators among the countries of the continent in terms of the number of organized internal conflicts, protests, and the number of civil and external wars. In addition, its wonderful cities, like Maribor and Ljubljana, are teeming with unique culture and flavor, making Slovenia a fantastic destination for tourists.
5. Sweden
One of the most beautiful Scandinavian countries, Sweden is located in the far north of Europe. Although Sweden is one of the largest arms exporters in Europe, the country has a low robbery rate (only 9,000 per year) compared to the US (about 350,000 per year)! Sweden has not fought or participated in battles for more than two centuries.
Most of the country's budget is aimed at economic and social development, which makes the level of citizens' dissatisfaction with their lives zero.
According to the Global Peace Index, Sweden is one of the most peaceful and stable (politically and economically) countries in the world, despite being the world's third largest arms exporter.
6. Iceland
Iceland has been recognized as one of the most peaceful countries in the world, as it has managed to stay away from all the major conflicts in the world. Thanks to this, the government has been able to invest money in the economy and development of the country for centuries.
Iceland rarely makes headlines. Despite the collapse of the Icelandic banks several years ago, the country remained not only amazing place, impressive natural beauty, but also a fairly stable state. Tourists from all over the world come to Iceland to see the huge glaciers and raging volcanoes, as well as the many unique natural and cultural attractions in Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland.
7. Belgium
According to the Global Peace Index, Belgium is one of the best and most peaceful places to live in both Europe and the rest of the world. Located in the heart of the continent, this small country occupies a special political place. Brussels, the capital of Belgium, is home to the European Union and NATO.
Belgium can boast medieval cities, beautiful town halls, majestic castles and captivating natural beauty.
The murder and incarceration rates in Belgium are very low, even taking into account the government crisis during the period 2008-2011.
8. Czech Republic
Czech Republic- it's relative new country which gained independence from Soviet Union in 1989 thanks to the Velvet Revolution and subsequent division with Slovakia.
After the collapse of Czechoslovakia, the Czech Republic focused on creating a strong capitalist economy and a stable climate for investment.
In 2009, the Human Development Index (HDI) declared the Czech Republic to have a “very high level of human development”. Known primarily for its magnificent capital, Prague, and breathtaking natural beauty, the Czech Republic attracts tourists from all over. Furthermore, students from all over the world flock to this country, who have a real opportunity to receive a European education for free and stay to live in this amazing country.
9. Switzerland
Switzerland has consistently maintained a well-functioning government and an open political culture for decades. An illustration of the quality of a country's government activities is the lowest score for political instability. In addition, Switzerland is among the most peaceful countries that have low violent crime rates. Although Switzerland is known for its neutrality in regional, international and global political matters, it maintains close diplomatic relations with various countries around the world.
10. Japan
One of the most culturally fascinating countries, Japan has the third largest economy in the world. Since World War II, it has been a very calm state, with virtually no internal conflicts and a very low crime rate. The country has its own internal security regulation force to maintain peace.
Japan is a peaceful and also stunningly beautiful country that you don't necessarily want to live in, but it's worth visiting one day.
11. Ireland
With its rich historical sites, amazing green pastures and friendly people, it's no wonder that Ireland is one of the most peaceful countries on Earth.
Ireland is Dreamland with many reasons for tourism. A rich literary history, mountain castles, spectacular coastlines and legendary hospitality make Ireland great place to visit at any time of the year, and also a wonderful place to live, with a calm, peaceful atmosphere.
12. Finland
The Finns, as a people, have never been famous for their fighting character, despite the fact that they have compulsory civil and military service for young people. It is also worth noting the Finnish education system, which covers absolutely all areas of activity. It’s not for nothing that she ranks fifth among the best in the world.
13. New Zealand
Every year since 2007, the Institute of Economics and Peace has ranked the world's most peaceful countries. New Zealand. And there are reasons for this: a very small percentage of the population in prisons, limited military capabilities, close relations with Australia and incredible hospitality. New Zealand is a wonderful country to live. It is a place of varied natural scenery and unusual inhabitants.
Visitors from all over the world come to New Zealand to experience mountain scenery, breathtaking alpine glaciers, stunning beaches, fantastic geothermal springs and bubbling volcanoes, and walk through the haunts of famous hobbits and elves from the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
The country is also famous for its fine wines, with a huge number of grape varieties planted throughout New Zealand. So if you are a big fan of wine or hobbits, this is the place for you.
14. Canada
Having one of the highest standards of living in the world, Canada is also a very calm and stable country. It is home to only 33 million people, but is nonetheless the second largest country in the world.
Canada is a wonderful country to live in, with clean and safe cities, picturesque landscapes and friendly people.
Canada, despite having a relatively high military potential, is not currently involved in any armed conflicts.
15. Austria
Austria is a small Central European country that ranks among the “ideal countries” due to its position on international politics. Since the First World War, the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Second World War, Austria has embarked on a path of peaceful and serene life.
Many people argue that Austria is the best country for life. After all, with its amazing history, world-famous resorts in the Alps, and a stable economy that allows citizens to work and achieve success, it is not surprising to see Austria on this list.
16. Butane
Bhutan is also one of the 20 most beautiful and safe countries to live in, as measured by the 2013 Global Peace Index. This is because Bhutan does not take part in international conflicts, and no internal unrest has been noticed here over the past 6 years. The country has a huge number of police officers per 100,000 population and a low level of organized crime. The government allocates almost no money for military needs and the production of heavy weapons. The people here are very friendly, peaceful, and besides this, Bhutan boasts a large number of interesting sights.
17. Australia
Australia is a beautiful and peaceful country that offers cultural diversity, wonderful beaches, lots of breathtaking scenery, amazing fauna and friendly people with a great sense of humor. Although Australia is almost the size of the United States, it has a small population of about 20 million.
Very low crime rates, a stable political system, high standards of healthcare and well-maintained roads make Australia a safe and relatively easy country to live in or simply explore.
18. Portugal
You might be surprised to learn that Portugal is one of the calmest countries in the world, but it's true. It has been part of the EU for 26 years and is part of the European Monetary System. Portugal has the 43rd largest economy in the world according to the World Bank. In addition, the country has one of the highest GDP growth rates.
It has a very low crime rate, a high standard of living and a stable government. Plus, mesmerizing sandy beaches, golden plains, majestic mountains and vibrant cities make Portugal one of the best places to live.
19. Qatar
Qatar is perhaps the most stable and industrialized country in the entire Middle East, and the most peaceful in the entire world. Violent incidents are very rare here.
Qatar is one of the most flexible and liberal states in the East, where women have many rights, including the right to work, drive and vote. The country is now committed to National Vision 2030 to achieve a more sustainable and developed economy.
20. Mauritius
In 2013, the country was recognized as the most peaceful state in Africa. Strength This state lies in the stability of the region and thereby further promotes it as a reliable platform for rich management services and estate planning.
It is a great advantage to live in a peaceful, stable country, and if you are lucky enough to live in one, you should be proud!
