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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20. Queenstown, New Zealand

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A look at Queenstown, nestled idyllically along the shore of Lake Wakatipu, does not immediately inspire thoughts of the adventure sports capital of the world, and yet it’s here that thrill-seekers flock for some of the most scenic bungee jumping, river surfing, and canyon swinging (yes, that’s a thing) Mother Earth has to offer. Head here for some of the more impressive natural wonders you’ll ever lay your eyes on.

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