Cape Town named among 20 most beautiful cities in the world
American monthly design magazine Architectural Digest (AD) recently released a list of "The 20 Most Beautiful Cities in the World". In order to set up the list, AD considered factors, such as architecture, cultural treasures, historical relevance, as well as natural appeal. Overall winner and the most beautiful city in the world is Adelaide in Australia, followed by Tallinn in Estonia and Portsmouth in Dominica.
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Cape Town in South Africa, the only African city in AD's selection, scooped the 14th rank. According to the publication, brilliant blue waters, buzzing nightlife, an ever-emerging arts scene, and the majestic Table Mountain make Cape Town a stunning city no matter your definition of beauty [src]. Congratulations Cape Town!
The 20 Most Beautiful Cities in the World:
- Adelaide, Australia
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Portsmouth, Dominica
- San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
- Antigua, Guatemala
- Singapore, Singapore
- Paris, France
- Chefchaouen, Morocco
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Luxor, Egypt
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Kyoto, Japan
- Barcelona, Spain
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Rio de Jeneiro, Brazil
- Florence, Italy
- Djenné, Mali
- New York City, United States of America
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Jaipur, India
