Before Sydney, in Australia, and Cape Town, in South Africa, comes before Barcelona. The Catalan city was selected as the best in the world in a ranking drawn up by an English newspaper.
The result was obtained from a survey conducted by the portal ‘The Telegraph’, in which hundreds of readers had to take into account gastronomy, culture and architecture.
After receiving the answers, ‘The Telegraph’ gave Barcelona 588 points out of a possible 810, for which it came in first place.
Barcelona, Spain
On cold and rainy days, during the winter seasons in the country, Colombians could yearn for one of the great points in favor of Barcelona: its warm and sunny days.
In fact, according to a report by ‘The Telegraph’, the Spanish city “combines the most charming of Mediterranean cities: a relaxed and exciting atmosphere with the best of Europe”.
Barcelona is recognized by readers of the British media as a city with an enviable inclusion in the world for LGBTIQ+ people. Plus, its vibrant cultural history makes it a destination where visitors may want to stay to get to know it more intimately.
Sydney, Australia
Australia has not only become a destination to which Colombians want to migrate. It is also an interesting focus for tourists. According to the digital portal ‘Macro Data’, by 2019 there were about 28 thousand Colombians in the oceanic country. Its famous city Sydney is one of the finalists in the list of the best in the world.
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The iconic construction of the Opera House is easily recognizable by almost anyone in the world, but on top of that, the beautiful beaches and opportunities for extreme sports make this city an enchanting destination.
It is possible that in years to come Sydney will surpass Barcelona, because according to those surveyed by ‘The Telegraph’, only 32 points separate them, and the best city in the world for Europeans can be found outside the old world.
Cape Town, South Africa
Besides, Cape Town, the capital of South Africa, took third place in the ranking made by the English newspaper. According to the travel portal ‘Aventura Africa’, it was awarded as the city of design by UNESCO.
Since 2017, it has been recognized as a city where history and modernity are combined. At least seven world-class design festivals are held in Cape Town.
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After managing to establish democracy in 1994, after the harsh years of Apartheid, the South African capital has used art to connect its inhabitants and has turned it into a vibrant location, with music and gastronomy that you will not want to miss out on.
If you want, you can even take advantage of the various Safaris and enjoy having some of the largest animals on the planet just a few meters away.
Lisbon Portugal
Portugal is often forgotten, it is a small country with only one border. However, it is a unique destination with many cultural and gastronomic experiences to offer.
Although the Portuguese spoken there is very different from that of the neighboring country, Brazil, do not let the language barrier deprive you of knowing this beautiful place.
Lisbon, ranks fourth according to the survey conducted by ‘The Telegraph’ about the best cities. This charming place can allow you to run along the banks of a sumptuous river, if you decide to visit the Oceanarium. In addition, the usual wonders of Gothic architecture can also be found in this city.
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If you are one of those people who does not enjoy crowded places, visiting Portugal and having a glass of Port (a type of wine named after another Portuguese city) may be the perfect answer.
Venice Italy
There is no doubt that you have ever heard of this city: it is the protagonist of books, movies and more pieces of art inspired by its beauty.
Italy is always remembered for the unparalleled quality of its gastronomy and the beautiful beaches of the Amalfi Coast. Venice, for example, enchants with its seemingly endless river canals and the number of exquisite restaurants and cafes for to visit.
This Mediterranean city dresses up every year in October, to fill the streets with color and elegant masks with the Carnival of Venice.
In addition, that is an excellent date to visit it, because the months of inclement summer heat will have already passed.
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The five selected cities (Barcelona, Sydney, Cape Town, Lisbon and Venice) share an undeniable element: They all have exits to the sea, which allow visitors to enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. This may be your opportunity to choose your next tourist destination.
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