Top beautiful city names. What are the most beautiful cities in the world

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 Russian Empire Saint 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 location, on the coast 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.

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

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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 worldwide 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.

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, Municipal Theatre, Sugar Loaf Mountain, Flamengo Park, amazing churches, botanical gardens - these are some of the most beautiful places that attract 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 Eastern 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 etc.

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 from the 1st century BC, is a colossal museum in which there are so many amazing structures and parks that even a glimpse of them in one day is very difficult. And the Uffizi Gallery and the Old Bridge have no analogues in the world.

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» Czech Republic.

And 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 the monuments of antiquity and modern architecture, the "City on Seven Hills" is one of the most beloved by tourists from all over the world.

Roman Forum, Colosseum and Pantheon - the most unique monuments stories that 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.

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 Notre Dame Cathedral, sung in famous novel 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, the National Gallery, trafalgar square, Buckingham Palace; here you can also see the famous Big Ben, the unusually beautiful Church of St. Margaret or the underground office of W. Churchill.

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.

The Economist Intelligence Unit, a research organization that is part of the Economist Group, annually conducts reports and compiles ratings related to the economy, employment, living standards, etc. in different countries. This year, she presented another report on the best and worst cities in the world to live in. The rating was compiled based on many important factors in the modern world, namely the quality of healthcare and education, the level of development of trade and the transport system, the level of crime and the threat of conflict, and even air temperature. Each city was rated on a 100-point scale in accordance with the above factors.

Almost half of the top ten positions were occupied by Australian cities - four positions, including the first - Melbourne. Canada is not far behind - three positions. And this time there are only two European capitals in the list - Vienna (in second place) and Helsinki (in eighth). The list of the worst cities to live in is half African, 40% Asian cities, one of the cities of Oceania also got here. The leader among the worst is Damascus, Syria, which is not at all surprising, because now the city is at the very epicenter of a military conflict.

So ten worst cities in the world for life in 2013 recognized:

1. Damascus, Syria

2. Dhaka, Bangladesh

3. Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

4.Lagos, Nigeria

5. Harare, Zimbabwe

6.Algiers, Algeria

7. Karachi, Pakistan

8. Tripoli, Libya

9. Douala, Cameroon

10.Tehran, Iran

And here is the hit parade best cities to live world will be more detailed.

10. Auckland, New Zealand

95.7 points out of 100 possible

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand. The population here is about 1.3 million people, which is almost a quarter of the population of the entire country. The history of the settlement has more than 800 years, as a city it began to form in the 19th century - with the arrival of European settlers here. The dynamic development of Auckland was largely facilitated by the expansion of the network railways, and later - and automobile. Auckland is a truly cosmopolitan city that has made the list of best cities to live more than once. Tourists here will be interested in visiting the Rangitoto Volcano Island, the Auckland Museum, city parks, the Antarctic Research Center, an underwater tunnel, and a large souvenir market.

9. Perth, Australia

95.9 points

The ninth place in the ranking is occupied by the city of Perth - the capital of the western region of the Australian continent. This is one of the most isolated cities in the world from a wide civilization, which has gained fame as an excellent hidden place among tourists. In fact - this major metropolis with a population of 1.6 million. Perth also became known as the “City of Lights”: in 1962, the Friendship spacecraft flew over it, and the inhabitants turned on all possible light sources at the same time. Tourists here appreciate the excellent beaches of the ocean coast most of all, it is worth visiting the Perth Zoo, the Park wildlife, Koala Park, Reptile Center and a huge Aquarium, Botanical Gardens and Scitech Planetarium.

8. Helsinki, Finland

96.0 points

In eighth place in the list of the best cities to live in is the European capital of Helsinki. The city is located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland Baltic Sea. It is the largest city in the country with a population exceeding half a million inhabitants. Helsinki has repeatedly been included in the lists and ratings of the best cities in terms of safety and attractiveness for living. It is also popular with tourists - thanks to its exquisite "northern architecture", picturesque landscapes, clean air of the coast. Here it is worth looking at historical Center cities - Senate Square and the University, cathedrals and temples - the Church in the rock and the Assumption Cathedral, museums - city, maritime and military, a design museum and a museum of dishes.

7. Sydney, Australia

96.1 points

The seventh and sixth places in the ranking were again taken by two cities in Australia, one of which, Sydney, is the largest in the country. With a population of approximately 4.5 million, the city is one of the most diverse and multicultural cities in the world. This fact explains the unprecedented attractiveness of Sydney for immigrants, constantly replenishing the urban population. Tourists will be amazed by the unique combination of state-of-the-art skyscrapers and vast business centers with old buildings in the Mediterranean style and an abundance of green parks. It is worth visiting the Sydney Opera House and the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Taronga Zoo and the Aquarium, as well as look at the huge Harbor Bridge and the Sydney Tower.

6. Adelaide, Australia

96.6 points

The city of Adelaide is located in the southern region of the Australian continent, it is the fifth largest city in Australia with a population of 1.1 million people. The city is named after the wife of King William IV of Great Britain and was founded in 1836. The urban layout, reminiscent of a lattice, is very interesting. There are wide and spacious streets, picturesque boulevards, and the central part is surrounded by a green park. Despite the fact that Adelaide is the largest city in South Australia, the rhythm of a large metropolis is not felt here at all. Tourists should visit the South Australian Museum and the Tandania Aboriginal Cultural Institute, within the city - visit the numerous botanical gardens and recreational areas, and in its vicinity - any of the four national parks.

5. Calgary, Canada

96.6 points

The fifth, fourth and third places of the list were occupied consecutively by three cities of Canada. Calgary - in the province of Alberta - is located in a picturesque area in the foothills and prairies, but it is the third most populous city in the country (1.1 million inhabitants). Agriculture, the oil industry, and tourism flourish in Calgary. The city is interesting for its museums - Heritage Park in the open air and art Gallery Glenbow, as well as ski resorts in the vicinity (Kimberley, Fernier). In Calgary itself, it is worth climbing the Calgary Tower, which sways in strong gusts of wind, visit the Galaway amusement park, the zoo, the historic fort, the Olympic Park, and in July, visit the annual 10-day rodeo.

4.Toronto, Canada

97.2 points

The city of Toronto is the largest in Canada, the population of the urban agglomeration is 5.7 million people, and the city itself is 2.6 million. Toronto has been dubbed the "economic engine" of Canada, and the city has repeatedly been ranked in various ratings for the quality and standard of living of its residents. With about 50% of the city's residents being foreigners, according to a recent census, Toronto is a magnet for immigrants. In addition to the economy and standard of living, Toronto is considered the cultural capital of the country. Most interesting places here - Ontario Square and the legendary 553-meter CN-Tower, numerous parks - Hyde Park, Toronto Islands Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, Forts George and York, Algonquin Reserve, as well as interesting museums like the Maple Syrup Museum.

3. Vancouver, Canada

97.3 points

Vancouver - again a Canadian city - was in the top three in the ranking of the best cities to live in. By the way, in this rating, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit, the city took first place in 2005, 2007 and 2009. The population of the city is about 600 thousand people, it is the third largest city in Canada. Vancouver is the country's largest industrial center, and the city's port is one of the main North America. An important role is played by the picturesque location of the city - mainly for tourism. Most often, tourists visit the Science World Center here - modern museum Science, Harbor Center Tower, Capilano Park and Canyon with ancient plants and waterfalls, oldest quarter city ​​of Gestown, botanical park Queen Elizabeth.

2.Vienna, Austria

97.4 points

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is one of the most beautiful capitals world - is located in second place in the ranking. The population of the urban agglomeration is 25% of the total population of the country, and the capital itself is 1.7 million people. Vienna is not only the largest city in Austria, but also the center of political, economic and cultural life countries. At the same time, a rich two-thousand-year history Austrian capital makes it extremely attractive to tourists from all over the world. Old city capital is under the protection of UNESCO. Must-see Vienna - Royal Palace Schönbrunn and the Habsburg winter residence Hofburg with three museums, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral and St. Peter's Church, Vienna Opera, a modern Hundertwasser residential building. Museums in Vienna - more than eighty, to visit them all, it's worth going here for a long time.

1 Melbourne, Australia

97.5 points

And finally, the leader of the hit parade of the world's best cities to live in 2013 is Melbourne - the second largest metropolis in Australia and at the same time the southernmost million-plus city in the world (population - about 4 million people). The first place for Melbourne was provided by the status of a metropolis in economically developed country with a rather low population density, as well as a high level (score - 100 points out of 100 possible) of the development of healthcare, education and the internal infrastructure of the city. Melbourne is often referred to as Australia's capital of sport and culture, hosting the most important sport events and cultural events. Tourists will be interested in Melbourne, first of all, for its extravagant combination of Victorian and modern architecture, greenery of parks and gardens right in the center of the metropolis, as well as local residents - of different nations and cultures. Here it is worth visiting Federation Square with the National Gallery, Carlton Gardens with the Melbourne Museum, the Eureka skyscraper with an observation deck, the old Melbourne prison, the zoo.

(average: 4,31 out of 5)

The authoritative analytical company Economist Intelligence Unit has published a rating best cities in the world to live for 2011. Two were included in the rating. Russian cities: St. Petersburg took 68th place, and Moscow - 70th.

The quality of life in 140 cities of various countries was assessed by the company's experts according to 30 parameters, including security, healthcare, social stability, education, infrastructure development, availability of goods and services, state of environment and cultural diversity.

By tradition, let's start from the last, 10th place. So…

10th place. Auckland, New Zealand, 95.7 points

In 10th place is Auckland. This largest city in New Zealand with a population of about 1.3 million people, which is a quarter of the total population of the country.

Today Auckland is the economic and cultural center of New Zealand. The city is not rich in historical sights, but Auckland strikes many hearts of those who come here for the first time with its picturesque beauty.

sky tower(Sky Tower) 328 meters high - most high structure southern hemisphere:

Auckland is surrounded by three sea bays, within the city there are 48 extinct volcanoes.

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 largest city of the state South Australia, fifth largest city in the country with a population of more than 1.1 million people - 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 high-rise, with a few modern skyscrapers, and the rest of the city has a one-two-story character. Perfect cleanliness, tidiness and impeccable decoration of buildings are the hallmark of Adelaide.

Victoria Fountain:

Here, in Adelaide, tourists are attracted by Australia's third largest Kangaroo Island - a wildlife sanctuary 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 in the country, however, the standard of living and the cost of real estate here are much lower than in other major Australian cities.

8th place. Perth, Australia, 95.9 points

Perth is the largest city and state capital 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 discovered deposits of gold and nickel are located in the Kalgoorlie region, as well as the world's largest diamond-bearing region, Kimberley, which is the main competitor of South African and Yakutian diamond deposits.

Modern skyscrapers are a characteristic detail of the Perth cityscape:

Perth is called "pearl of australia". Old buildings, comfortable pedestrian zone in the center of Perth, beautiful views of the river make Perth very attractive for tourists.

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One of the attractions Wolf Creek meteorite crater:

Many are attracted by soft and even mediterranean climate perth, magnificent beaches, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.

7th place. Sydney, Australia, 96.1 points

Australia's largest city on southeast coast- Sydney. It is twice the size of another giant city - New York, and the main problem for all travelers is how to have time to see as much as possible.

In the summer, all life in Sydney moves from the City to the beaches, with over 20 city beaches and a dozen harbours. The most famous Bondi beach is a favorite place 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 major attraction in Sydney is the Harbor Bridge. This is the largest bridge in the city and one of the largest steel bridges. 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 streets of the city go around the bays, bridges connect the islands, and ferries connect with the remote islands. Helsinki is saturated with the smell of the sea, and in the ports there is a constant noise from arriving and departing ships.

Helsinki is the center of business, education, culture and science in Finland. There are 8 universities and 6 technology parks in Greater Helsinki.

View of the city center. One of the sights of Helsinki - 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, about 80 km east of the Canadian watershed rocky mountains.

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 terrain is quite hilly. The height of the center of Calgary above sea level is approximately 1048 m.

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 - Calgary Tower (Calgary Tower), 91 m high. It is designed in such a way that, swaying slightly in the wind, even with very strong gusts, maintain 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 provincial capital of Ontario. The current name of the city was given 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, under conditions close to the environment natural habitat contains about 5,000 different animals.

View from a height of Toronto from the other side:

CN tower - world's tallest TV tower built back in 1976. Its height with a spire is 553 meters, and at a height of 446 meters there is a closed observation deck.

Here it is difficult to find a point where the TV tower would not be visible:

Toronto Islands - perfect place for recreation and picnics. They like to get out here locals and tourists. View of the city from the island:

The main attraction in 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 what Toronto looks like in the near future. (clickable, 1700 x 802):

3rd place. Melbourne, Australia, 97.5 points

Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia 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 of Australia. It is also often referred to as the sports and cultural capital of the country.

Melbourne is rightfully considered the most picturesque city in Australia. There is both exquisite Victorian architecture and wonderful nature.

Connoisseurs of Victorian architecture should take a walk along Swanston Street. She happens to be main street cities:

Anyone who wants to see all 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 arts center of Victoria:

Yarra River, Melbourne:

2nd place. Vienna, Austria, 97.9 points

Vienna is the 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 Europe, spread out 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 are luxurious palaces, majestic squares, picturesque streets and numerous squares. One of the most recognizable buildings in the city is the City Hall:

Hofburg - the winter residence of the Austrian Habsburgs and the main seat of the imperial court in Vienna. It is currently the official residence of the President of Austria. In total, it has 2600 halls and rooms:

Located near the capital viennese wood - mountain range in Austria. It's 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 the 1st place. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit, the best city on Earth to live is Vancouver.

Vancouver is located on the west coast of Canada, on the shores of a picturesque bay, at the foot of the Pacific coastline of the North American Cordilleras.

It is the 3rd largest city in Canada with a population of 2,433,000 and the largest city in the province of British Columbia.

Vancouver from a height of 500 meters:

Night Vancouver:

One of the most picturesque cities in the country is surrounded by dense coniferous forest, snowy mountains and fjords.

Through numerous rivers The city has 20 bridges, 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 by comfortable hotels, many museums, shops, restaurants and sports facilities.

Vancouver has a mild climate and is part of a unique temperate rainforest ecosystem, so summers are mild and not hot, and winters rarely snow.

Science Center:

The Russian Federation among all countries of the world is the undisputed champion in terms of area. It is not surprising that it is here, among 1100 cities and towns, that you can find those whose beauty and originality are breathtaking. Each locality is famous for its rich history, culture, sights, monuments and architecture. We offer you to get acquainted with the most beautiful of them.

1. St. Petersburg

The city on the Neva since its foundation in 1703 leaves no one indifferent. laid the foundation cultural capital Russia, the great Tsar Peter I, having made his brainchild one of the most beautiful cities in the world thanks to the involvement of world-famous architects, engineers, artists and sculptors in its construction. Garden and park complexes, museums and palaces are unparalleled, and priceless collections stored in the Hermitage and the Russian Museum cannot be viewed even for several months. visit North Palmyra every traveler dreams of getting into the spirit of this intelligent and sophisticated city.

2. Moscow

Moscow deservedly occupies the second position in the ranking. The capital of Russia is one of oldest cities country and was founded in 1147 by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky. Countless times the city was plundered and burned, but the locals restored their beloved Mother See with enviable persistence, making it only more beautiful each time. Today, more than 10 million people live in Moscow and the region, the most visited sights are Red Square, the Kremlin, the Triumphal Arch, the Tretyakov Gallery, Old Arbat, museum fine arts them. Pushkin.

3. Kazan

The city of Kazan is an administrative, political and financial center Republic of Tatarstan. The city was founded around 1000 AD, while initially it was a small settlement and a fortress, which later became a significant city for the Golden Horde. Two diverse cultures - Russian and Tatar - are organically intertwined in Kazan, so here you can find many churches adjacent to mosques. The most popular tourist attractions are National Museum and a library, the Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Kazan Zoo and Botanical Garden, the Churches of the Epiphany and Peter and Paul.

4. Yekaterinburg

The first settlement was founded on the site of the future Yekaterinburg in 1723; half a century later, the city received an official status granted to it by Catherine II. In Soviet times most of architectural and historical monuments was destroyed, and the city has lost the lion's share of its attractiveness. Today Yekaterinburg is the center of the Ural region and gladly opens its doors to tourists. With particular interest, guests visit the Tsarsky Bridge, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Zheleznov estate, as well as the Church on the Blood, built on the site of the execution of the Royal Family.

5. Nizhny Novgorod

Nizhny Novgorod, the oldest and most beautiful city in Russia, is located in the heart of the Volga region. The settlement stretches on two banks of the Oka River at once and was founded at the beginning of the 13th century. The rich history of the city is reflected in numerous ancient buildings, merchant houses, made in the best traditions of native Russian architecture. The Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, whose construction dates back to the 16th century, is considered a symbol of the city. At the service of travelers are the Pechersky Monastery, Rukavishnikov's estate, Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street and the house-museum of Peter I.

6. Kaliningrad

The ancient German city was built in 1255. Kaliningrad became Russian after the Great Patriotic War, which affected appearance cities are not the best. Despite the post-war devastation, Kaliningrad and its inhabitants found the strength to restore their native land, to preserve priceless historical monuments as much as possible. The soul of the city is the Wrangel Tower, Cathedral, King's Gate, Church of Queen Louise, monument to Baron Munchausen.

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7. Novosibirsk

Novosibirsk is one of the youngest cities in Russia, the city was founded in 1893. Despite the fact that there are few historical sights here, Novosibirsk is notable for its special beauty and beauty and is not inferior in attractiveness to its older rivals. The most ancient objects of Novosibirsk are three cathedrals: Alexander Nevsky, St. Nicholas and Voznesensky. The biggest Train Station also located in Novosibirsk. The guests of the city are offered excursions to the only museum of the Sun in the world, as well as to original and outlandish monuments - a traffic light and a sausage.

8. Sochi

The Black Sea coast of Russia is impossible to imagine without a precious pearl, whose name is Sochi. The first thing that comes to mind at the mention of this city is the sun, palm trees, the sound of the surf, cozy beaches, restaurants and an unimaginable number of vacationers who come here from all over the country. There is something to visit in Sochi: the famous Arboretum, the Oceanarium, the Museum of Ethnography, the Riviera entertainment park. The local places are rich in natural attractions, the most famous of which are Mount Akhun, national park Sochi, Yew-boxwood grove and Eagle rocks.

9. Rostov-on-Don

Rostov-on-Don is a major port located in the south of the country. The city was founded in 1749, since then the settlement has received many nicknames - "the gates of the Caucasus", "The southern capital of Russia", "The city of five seas". This region is characterized by the interpenetration of cultures of different peoples - Christian churches peacefully coexist with mosques and synagogues. The main attractions of Rostov-on-Don are the Twins Fountain, a drawbridge, the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin, and a monument to Stepan Razin.

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10. Arkhangelsk

Arkhangelsk is a city with an interesting history, founded in 1584 by order of Ivan the Terrible. At different times, the monarchs of the Russian State arrived in Arkhangelsk - Tsar Peter I founded a shipyard here, and then ordered the creation of the Arkhangelsk Admiralty, the first governor of which was Grand Duke Golitsyn. After the beginning of the reign of Catherine II, Arkhangelsk became an important trading center; under Alexander II, the city became famous for its timber industry enterprises. Today, Arkhangelsk has preserved a lot of sights, including architectural objects wooden architecture. Travelers are amazed by the abundance maritime monuments and monuments to soldiers who died in the navy.

11. Vladimir

Founded in 1108 by Vladimir Monomakh. The first settlements appeared on the territory of Vladimir about 30 thousand years ago. Today the city is the center of the region of the same name, it is part of Gold ring Russia. The population of the city is 355 thousand people, the area of ​​​​the agglomeration is 125 sq. km. Attractions: Golden Gate, Dmitrievsky Cathedral, water tower, Historical Museum, Planetarium, Trinity Church, Vladimir Central.

12. Volgograd

Founded in 1589, the original name is Tsaritsyn. Throughout its history, it has undergone many lootings, after which each time new fortresses and defensive walls were erected on the site of the destroyed buildings. The glory of the city was brought by the battles taking place on this territory during the Great Patriotic War, when Volgograd was known as Stalingrad. Volgograd was awarded the title of Hero City. In honor of the battle that took place here, a world-famous monument was erected - "Motherland".

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13. Krasnoyarsk

Date of foundation of the city - 1628, former names - Novokachinsky prison, Big prison. Krasnoyarsk is one of the most major cities countries, the population is about 1.5 million people who live in 7 administrative regions. Today it is considered the educational, sports and industrial center of the Siberian region. Sightseeing: Krasnoyarsk Pillars, Trinity Cemetery, Chernaya Sopka, Park of Culture. Gorky.

14. Pyatigorsk

Pyatigorsk - resort town V Stavropol Territory. The first mention of Pyatigorsk dates back to the 14th century, the official date of the foundation of the city is 1780. On the territory of the settlement there are balneological and mud springs, an uncountable number of sanatoriums, rest houses and boarding houses. Pyatigorsk is characterized by a rich variety of flora and fauna, the city and the region have excellent ecology and healthy air, which has a beneficial effect on a number of diseases.

15. Yaroslavl

Founded in 1010, it is considered one of the oldest cities in the country. Today it is the administrative center of the region of the same name, the population of the agglomeration is more than 600 thousand people. Yaroslavl stands on the path of the Golden Ring of Russia route, the historical part of the city is under the protection of UNESCO. The most visited sights: more than two dozen churches, Semyonovsky bridge, Demidov pillar, River Station, a monument to Yaroslav the Wise, the house of Knopf.

16. Pskov

Founded in 903, former name - Pleskov. It is considered one of the most important tourist, historical and educational centers of the district of the same name. During the Great Patriotic War, it was under Nazi occupation for three years, for which Pskov was awarded the title of "City of Military Glory". Attractions: Art Gallery, Museum-reserve, Order chambers, house-museum of V.I. Lenin, House of Crafts, Planetarium, Folk Art Center.

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17. Suzdal

The city is located in Vladimir region, for the level of development of tourism and the preservation of historical monuments of architecture, he was repeatedly awarded orders, including the Order of the Badge of Honor. The population of the city is about 10 thousand people, the first mention of locality refers to the year 999, officially the status of the city was awarded in 1778. Today Suzdal is part of the famous "Golden Ring of Russia" and is protected by the state as protected area. Main attractions: Assumption and St. Nicholas Church, Intercession, Vasilyevsky, Alexander monasteries, more than three dozen monuments-museums of wooden architecture, a bust of Pozharsky, a monument to soldiers who died during the Great Patriotic War.

18. Voronezh

It is located 534 km from the capital of Russia, is the center of the region of the same name. Date of foundation - 1586, the population in 2016 was more than 1 million people. Due to its favorable location, it was considered the cradle of the Russian Navy and the region in which the famous airborne troops were most developed. In 2008, Voronezh was awarded the Order of the City military glory", for the heroism shown during the Great Patriotic War. The main local attractions are the museum "Arsenal", the house-museums of Bunin, Durov, Kramskoy, Diorama, five theaters. The unofficial symbol of the city is the monument to Emperor Peter I.

19. Samara

One of the Russian million-plus cities with an agglomeration area of ​​about 3 million people. Samara was founded in 1586, the first mention of a settlement located on the site of the current city dates back to 921. Oil refining and mechanical engineering are developed in the region, many food industry enterprises were built during the Soviet period. The city is famous for its squares, of which there are 17. Popular attractions are the Art Museum, monuments of ancient architecture, historical Buildings, monuments, stelae and high reliefs.

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20. Vladivostok

The city is the administrative center of Primorsky Krai. Vladivostok was founded in 1860 as a military post in Peter the Great Bay, which belongs to the water area Sea of ​​Japan. Proximity to China determines a number of names given to Vladivostok by the inhabitants of the Celestial Empire - "Trepang Bay" or "Salt Bay". The first settlers arrived here a year after the establishment of the post, and two years later the first land sale deal was concluded here. The number of residents living in the local agglomeration is more than 700 thousand people. The main sights of the city include the museum of the study of the Amur region, the oceanarium, the Vladivostok fortress, the Military History Museum.

Russia is the richest country in the world, with a unique culture and rich history. She is also rich Beautiful places. Hundreds of beautiful cities in their own way - we have chosen only ten, in our opinion, the most beautiful cities in Russia. Photos are clickable.

01 | SAINT PETERSBURG

On the 1st place is a city with a rich history - St. Petersburg. architectural masterpieces, Hermitage, St. Isaac's Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress, white nights and drawbridges, embankments and parks, every year attract tourists from all over the world to visit this beautiful city on the Neva. From visiting St. Petersburg there is always a lot positive emotions and the desire to visit it again.

Interesting facts about the city:Saint Petersburg - world capital trams. The length of tram rails in the city is more than 600 km. This fact is listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

02 | MOSCOW

The second place is rightfully occupied by the capital of Russia - the city of Moscow. Moscow is one of the oldest and big cities Europe is famous for its sights: the Kremlin, Red Square, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Resurrection Gate, the Triumphal Arch, the Tretyakov Gallery, the Manege, the Pushkin Museum ... You can continue for a long time. In general, there is something to see in this beautiful and majestic city.

Interesting facts about the city: Moscow is one of the ten largest cities in all of Europe, and Moscow is also considered the most polluted capital in all of Europe, and when viewed worldwide, it ranks 14th.

03 | Kazan

Number 3 is the capital of Tatarstan and major port on the banks of the Volga - the city of Kazan, in which two cultures are intertwined - Russian and Tatar, West and East. One of the most famous sights of Kazan is the Kremlin, built under Tsar Grozny.

Interesting facts about the city: After the conquest of Kazan, Ivan the Terrible decided to bind the local aristocracy to himself and rewarded all high-ranking Tatars who came to him voluntarily. Hence the expression "Kazan orphan" appeared, since many deliberately pretended to have suffered greatly from the war in order to receive a rich gift from the tsar.

04 | EKATERINBURG

Fourth place - a city located in the center of Eurasia, Yekaterinburg. Although during the Soviet period many memorable places, palaces and estates were destroyed, the city still has not lost its historical value. Some of the buildings were not touched: the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Tsarsky Bridge, the Novo-Tikhvin Monastery, the Rastorguev-Kharitonov Estate.

There are no problems with entertainment in the city. There are a lot of places to go in Yekaterinburg with children - wonderful natural parks, amusement parks and water parks…

Interesting facts about the city: In 2002, the UNESCO commission recognized Yekaterinburg as one of the 12 ideal cities in the world.

05 | NIZHNY NOVGOROD

Among the sights of the city are: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Pechersky Ascension Monastery, wooden church cover Holy Mother of God and the Church of the Nativity of John the Baptist.

Interesting facts about the city: IN Nizhny Novgorod exhibited one of the largest paintings in the world - "The Proclamation of Minin", written by Konstantin Makovsky. Due to its impressive size - 6x7 meters - the canvas is stored in a separate building of the Nizhny Novgorod State Art Museum. This building is called “Museum of one painting”.

06 | KALINIGRAD

Kaliningrad - old City country, built by the Germans, which suffered quite a bit during the Second World War, but still managed not to lose its former beauty.

Interesting facts about the city: Until 1946, the city of Kaliningrad was called Koenigsberg, which means “royal mountain” in German. Neighboring peoples usually called the fortress in their own way, keeping the root “king”, and in Russian chronicles the name Korolevets is repeatedly found. By a funny coincidence, another Kaliningrad, located in the Moscow region, was renamed Korolev in 1996 - though not in honor of the abstract king, but in honor of the famous space designer Sergei Korolev.

07 | ARKHANGELSK

Seventh place - northern city Arkhangelsk, ancient estates, merchant's towers, beautiful embankments and winter landscapes which will enchant anyone.

Interesting facts about the city: Until the beginning of the 17th century, all the buildings of the city were wooden. Many of these buildings have survived to this day. Residents and guests of Arkhangelsk can admire the historic wooden houses on Chumbarova-Luchinsky Street. It is interesting that all new buildings on this street are also built of wood, observing architectural style previous

08 | SOCHI

A city with a magnificent view of the sea and a sea of ​​tourists in season, a comfortable warm climate and rich vegetation - this is Sochi, a resort town on the Black Sea coast, deserved the eighth place.

Sochi is considered one of the largest cities in the world in terms of length, or rather, it occupies the second position in this indicator. Our resort is only ahead of Mexico City, located in Latin America. But in Eurasia, Sochi can rightly be called the longest. Our resort occupies 148 kilometers along the sea line, but the world record holder stretches for 200 kilometers.

Interesting facts about the city: Sochi is the only place in Russia where palm trees grow. But not those that are earing in pots on the windowsills, but the real southern palm trees. In addition, among such “unique” plants for cold Russia are magnolias and eucalyptus. These amazing trees, intoxicating with their sweet aromas, have become literally the hallmark of the city.

09 | ROSTOV-ON-DON

Further, the "southern capital" of Russia, the cultural, scientific and educational center - the city of Rostov-on-Don, with beautiful parks, full of greenery and entertainment centers. In 2012, the city took the honorable fifth place in the Urban Environment Quality Rating.

Interesting facts about the city: Rostov Zoo is the largest zoo in Russia (56 hectares) and one of the largest in Europe.

10 | KRASNOYARSK

The final tenth place was taken by Krasnoyarsk, a city located on the banks of the Yenisei. Krasnoyarsk with its beautiful parks and architectural compositions won more than once in the nomination "The most comfortable city in Russia."

The main decoration, or rather decorations of Krasnoyarsk are numerous fountains. Their number in the city has already exceeded 140 pieces. Small and large, colorful and musical - you will not find any water structures in this city!

Interesting facts about the city: The Krasnoyarsk Territory is considered one of the main gold-mining regions of our country. It is known that one fifth of the entire gold fund of Russia is mined here.

Of course, beauty is a relative concept and agree on a consensus what all the same the most beautiful cities is always very difficult. After all, as you know - how many people, so many opinions. Each city is beautiful and unique in its own way.