Let me present to you the most beautiful metropolitan areas of the planet that are actively visited by tourists everyday. Which among the following famous cities in the world would you declare as the most beautiful?
Amsterdam
As the cultural and commercial capital of the Netherlands, it is one of the money-generating hubs in Europe, Amsterdam is considered as an alpha world city, which carries the reputation of being a leading city among the others. It has also an array of famous residents like Anne Frank, Rembrandt Van Rijn, Vincent van Gogh, and Baruch Spinoza — famous entities in the fields of literature, art and philosophy.
During the 17th century, the city was a topnotch for financing and diamonds. Today, it still one of the most glittering spots in Netherlands and one of the most prosperous in Europe.
Lisbon
With a winter that is one of the warmest among all the urban areas in the world, this Portuguese capital is an ideal place to visit not only in winter but in other seasons as well. Unlike most capital cities, Lisbon‘s declaration as the capital of its country wasn’t officially confirmed via written form, or in any statute.
Its position was formed through constitutional convention, which makes it the capital by default. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it has its prominent spot in commerce, entertainment, international trade and many other crucial worldly aspects that it has earned throughout the centuries.
Prague
20th century Europe was replete with violence and destruction. Such a plague may have shaken Prague, but it didn’t prevent the city from achieving the prominence that it has today. In fact, it has even made the city more historic and more attractive to touring onlookers.
Such attractions include the Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, the Jewish Quarter, Petřín hill and Vyšehrad. — picturesque landmarks that no set of eyes would dare turn away from. This is what makes Prague the 5th most visited city in the UK, next to London, Paris, Istanbul and Rome
Paris
Often depicted in pop culture and in literature as a city of romance, great sights, and of great acquaintances, Paris is undoubtedly one of the prettiest in the world, not withstanding the fact that it is also one of the most popular. In 2015, its airlines was declared as the 3rd of the busiest in the world, next to Bangkok, and with London before it.
This is one solid proof that people of all races really want to go to Paris. With the Eiffel Tower as its most distinguishing landmark, it continues to attract millions of tourists every year who obviously wants to experience the richness, beauty and spectacle of France’s flagship locale.
Hong Kong
Not really a city since it is actually a small country within a country, Hong Kong is quite off-putting next to the other cities on this list. With a total land area of 1,106 square kilometers and a population of over 7.3 million of various nationalities, it is known as the world’s fourth most densely populated sovereign state or territory.
Within this city, which is also being referred as an autonomous territory, is the convergence of various cultures, with British and Chinese as the most evident. In spite of its weather volatility and war-infested history, Hong Kong is still one of the best-looking and safest cities, making it an ideal spot for world-touring people from relatively everywhere.
Salzburg
Declared by many as rich in culture and beauty, Salzburg is truly one of the most beautiful locations you can get to visit on this beautiful planet of hours. The municipality maintains a distinctive set of beautification systems under the labeled Austria's "most inspiring city."
This is one of the most captivating facts about this Austrian locale which made the city even more appealing. Filmmakers, as well as various media agencies regularly visit this city due to its breathtaking landscapes, and picturesque venues. If you are the type who hops from one beautiful city to another year after year, Salzburg should be among your most important itineraries.
Brisbane
Australia is without a doubt, a very beautiful place. But there are other embellishments within it that makes the country even more beautiful and one such factor is a city called Brisbane. It’s a tourist spot that’s greatly loved by travelers from all over the world.
One of the best reasons why they keep on coming are the major parklands within it: City Botanic Gardens at Gardens Point, Roma Street Parkland, the 27-hectare Victoria Park at Spring Hill and Herston, among others. Traveling to it, and staying within its borders would surely be worth your time as its summer are longer than other places in Australia.
Its climate is neither too hot nor too cold – something that’s perfect for almost any tourist from any cultural background.
Florence
This is one is labeled as “The Birthplace of the Renaissance,” and if it is called as such, then the words “beautiful, amazing, and breathtaking” should be attributed to it by default as well. Sculptures, paintings, all other forms of art are available in its museums and tourist spots.
It should be that way, because we know for a fact that the Renaissance is an era where creations like that became highly established and were able to live throughout the generations.
UNESCO declared the Historic Centre of Florence a World Heritage Site in 1982, which is one of the reasons why it attracts millions of tourists each year.
Edinburgh
Within its premises, are the structures of the Scottish Parliament, the Scottish Government, and the Scotland Supreme Courts. These are not the reasons why Edinburgh is highly important though, because it is also known for its mesmerizing structures like Scotland's Central Belt, National Gallery of Scotland and Royal Scottish Academy Building.
If medieval settings and landscapes are you thing, you really have to visit this city because it has a lot in store for you. Such a statement will be proven to you by the view is dominated by Edinburgh Castle which is built on Castle Rock, and the long sweep of the Old Town descending towards Holyrood Palace.
Kyoto
Japan’s ancient history has a kind of beauty that you can’t ignore, and if you want to totally get immersed on the stunning visuals that it can give, then visiting Kyoto should cater to that desire. It is where numerous Buddhist temples reside. You can also find in there the, Shinto shrines, palaces and gardens, some of which are listed collectively by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.
Like most areas in Japan, this city has also had its fair share of intense earthquakes that destroyed some of its most prominent structures in the past. This didn’t prove too much of a problem for the city though, for it still retains its title as one of the prettiest cities on Earth.
Which do you think among these cities can be declared as the most beautiful?
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