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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9. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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The famous Christ the Redeemer makes Rio’s skyline one of the most famous in the world. Coupled with its towering stone outcroppings, beloved beaches, and a life-loving attitude that permeates the city, a trip to this metropolis is a perfect excuse to embrace your spontaneity.

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