Which Indian city is among the world's most beautiful?
It isn’t just the fabulous, feather-filled, colourful Rio Carnival that earns Rio a place on our list. Its seaside location and dramatic, mountainous surrounds and general flamboyance place it among the world’s most gorgeous destinations.
Bruges’ compact size and perfect prettiness can make it seem a little unreal, like a classic postcard come to life or perhaps a toy town, albeit infused with the scents of beer, frites and sweet crepes.
Muscat is a dazzling city, stretching for almost 25 miles (40km) along the Gulf of Oman. Alongside opulent modern buildings like Al Alam Palace and the Royal Opera House
York has an impressive pedigree, having been founded way back in AD 71 by the Romans. Parts of the Roman city still exist, but the most eye-catching landmarks – from the Gothic York Minster to the imposing shell of York Castle
Encircled by walls laid in the 10th century, Itchan Kala (Khiva’s Inner City) has a singular collection of historic buildings, giving a fascinating insight into Central Asian Islamic architecture
Sydney positively sparkles with fresh, sleek beauty, from its green spaces and beaches to its incredible architecture. Life gravitates towards its natural waterway
Though it’s beautiful in every season, Bergen really comes into its own as the days grow shorter and the snow piles up. Its richly coloured houses cling to the mountainsides, seeming to huddle together against the cold