Bangkok Voted World’s Best City In 2010
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
People will deal with uncomfortable haggling, widespread scammers, food poisoning, aggressive propositions from prostitutes and even risk their lives for an affordable vacation.
That might be the reason why Bangkok topped this year’s list of the World’s Best Cities according to readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. Or maybe it has to do with the stunning temples, picturesque beaches and amazing food.
This is the second time in three years that Bangkok has taken the top spot, which comes as a surprise considering the city is going through tough times after deadly riots earlier in the year.
It’s also the second year in a row that two cities in Thailand came in the top 5. Last year’s winner, Udaipur, India, dropped completely off the list.
Here are the top 10 best cities in the world:
#1. Bangkok, Thailand
#2. Chiang Mai, Thailand
#3. Florence, Italy
#4. San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
#5. Rome, Italy
#6. Sydney, Australia
#7. Buenos Aires, Argentina
#8. Oaxaca, Mexico
#9. Barcelona, Spain
#10. New York City, United States
What city do you think is the best in the world?
I definitely agree with Chiang Mai being on the list. It is often overshadowed by Bangkok.