20 of the Most Beautiful Cities in the World

Jennifer Algoo

How do you define a place's beauty? The shocking blue of a crystalline sea? Elaborate architectural marvels reaching toward the sky? Somewhere rich in history? Whatever form of beauty speaks to you, we've put together a list of the most beautiful cities in the world to add to your travel bucket list.

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12. Hong Kong, China

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Unlike some of the ancient cities on this list, Hong Kong stands out because of its unique modern beauty. Away from the smog of some of China’s industrial centers, the tidy, well-laid out city is split by waterways which turn the glittering skyscrapers into a nightly light show.

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