In order for the city to be the best, cheap food prices and low unemployment are not enough. Other factors such as air quality, total area green spaces (including parks, botanical gardens, etc.), education is also of great importance, as they create the overall atmosphere of the city.

Rating of the best cities to live

Every year, experts evaluate cities around the world on a variety of parameters: education, ecology, medicine, cultural development, infrastructure, income level, etc. We present to your attention a list of the best cities to live to visit as a tourist for the end of 2017.

Vancouver, Canada

He has a good developed infrastructure, a functioning health care system and a high level of education. Only 15% of the population suffer from obesity, which indicates a good food culture and environmentally friendly products.

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne - world cultural center - here all year round a large number of film festivals, exhibitions and literary forums are held.

There are some of the most famous research centers in the world.

Thanks to the health care system, the city is a model optimal system priority is taking care of people. Melbourne ranks first in life expectancy in Australia (80 for men and 84 for women).

From an educational point of view, Melbourne ranks 4th in the world after London, Tokyo and Boston.

Vienna, Austria

Vienna is one of the largest cultural and economic centers in Europe. The fact that I was born here attracts me to the city - a lot of events are held here classical concerts, operas and exhibitions that attract tourists from all over the world.

Vienna is also famous for its huge and well-groomed parks, where residents and visitors of Austria can get a little distraction from the city. In addition, several international organizations such as UNIDO and OSCE are headquartered here, making the city a safe place to live.

Toronto, Canada

Over the past ten years, Toronto has been working hard to reduce its emissions to the atmosphere. To date, there has been a decrease of 40%. Another government goal is to reduce energy consumption by at least 15% - many buildings are already equipped with solar panels and isolation systems.

Education, health care, infrastructure and the economy are at a very low high level. Interestingly, Toronto came in second only to New York City in the list of desirable career destinations in the financial sector.

Calgary, Canada

Calgary is great tourist centre especially during the winter season.

Plans for urban development and redevelopment include the following: creating more pedestrian zones and encouraging people to use mass urban transport instead of their cars, new jobs and attracting foreign investment that protects existing national reserves, and improving education through the opening of new schools in the public and private sectors.

Helsinki, Finland

Helsinki is the capital and largest city of Finland.

About 600,000 people live in the city, and the government does its best to provide them with a pleasant living space. The economy of Helsinki lies in the financial sector and telecommunications, which are the main destinations for the capital. Besides, Helsinki doesn't have a ghetto. Even the poor live in modest but well-maintained houses, and there are also condominiums (common ownership of real estate, such as a house).

Sydney, Australia

The government and residents are working together to make the city a really good place to live. The beautiful architecture and many open spaces attract people from all over the world who choose to live here. The ongoing advances in science, technology, environment and health leave Sydney as the seventh best city to live in.

Perth, Australia

Perth has a population of 1.7 million and is constantly growing with visitors from other parts of Australia who prefer this city to their hometown due to its attractive location and the developed economy in the region.

The education of the city is at a high level - 4 large universities have a long tradition. The historical museums, galleries and several art festivals that take place here are some of the most visited attractions.

Adelaide, Australia

Adelaide is a densely populated city with a population of 1.2 million. Several cultural festivals are held here every year. Because of its beautiful beaches, this city is a favorite tourist attraction not only for Australians, but for people all over the world.

Adelaide is where people from different countries live together without conflict and work to improve their lifestyle.

Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland is completely surrounded by forests and natural parks. The New Zealand government takes care of the conservation of its natural wealth through various programs and projects.

Other factors that help Auckland rank among the top 10 cities to live in are the mild climate, high education levels and career prospects. It is also called the "city of sailboats" due to the fact that every third household has its own at least a small ship.

The presented list of the best cities can be added to your “Must visit” checklist in order to independently see the standard of living of local residents, and then try to make positive changes in your country a little at least on your own.

And for "dessert" we offer you to listen to a wonderful composition performed by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman - Time To Say Goodbye.

Since ancient times, people have been interested in how someone lives. They strive to show the dignity of their lives and prove that their motherland the best. Competitions are held around the world, and ratings of cities and living conditions are compiled annually. Similar studies are also being carried out in Russia. Competitions are held for an objective assessment of the standard of living and an objective rating. All this is done in order to find out which city in Russia is better to live in.

Best city to live

Not so long ago, a project was launched to study the quality of life of the population. Sociologists from the Financial University under the Government of Russia are conducting research in thirty-eight settlements to rank the best cities based on living standards. For a qualitative assessment, it was decided to assign points calculated using coefficients. There are three approaches to summing up.

Where do they get more, better treat and teach?

The first approach implies that the quality of life is primarily a high level of well-being of citizens who have equal access to education and quality medical services. Accordingly, to form the first coefficient, the following are measured:

• the level of material security;
• providing medical services that meet modern standards;
• equal access to education, real opportunity get this education, not just a document.

The calculations were made taking into account Rosstat data, which can be viewed on the official website. A large number of surveys were also conducted in order to obtain information on points of interest locally. An index is assigned to each indicator of the three studied, its weight is determined, and then it is displayed general meaning by city from the average sum of the three indexes.

Factors affecting the score

For example, the level of well-being was determined by such indicators as:

• average monthly salary;
• opportunity to buy a new car.

By a wide margin, of course, Moscow is in the lead here, the incomes of its residents are incomparably higher than those of the outsiders of Barnaul, Sevastopol and Volgograd. After Moscow come Vladivostok, Krasnoyarsk and Yekaterinburg.

Medical services were evaluated:

• in relation to the number of deaths to the number of pensioners;
• by how satisfied residents are with the quality of services;
• by the number of people with low incomes using paid services.

Moscow again ranks first among all cities, followed by the second capital, St. Petersburg, then Naberezhnye Chelny and Tyumen. Tolyatti, Irkutsk, Grozny and Sevastopol became anti-leaders.

The availability of education and its level were assessed by the following factors:

• the number of children provided with places in kindergartens;
• the level of salaries of employees of educational institutions in relation to the level of the average salary in the city;
• the number of residents who are confident in a good level of education in their city.

The city of St. Petersburg ranks first in this indicator, followed by Tomsk, Tyumen and Chelyabinsk. Lipetsk, Naberezhnye Chelny, Tolyatti and Makhachkala close the list.

According to the calculations, applying the first approach, we can conclude that the best city to live in Russia is Moscow, the rest are arranged in the following order:

1. Moscow.
2. Saint Petersburg.
3. Tyumen.
4. Yekaterinburg.
5. Krasnoyarsk.
   …

36. Tolyatti.
35. Lipetsk.
37. Makhachkala.
38. Sevastopol.

Where are the best houses, roads and parks?

For the second approach, factors were chosen that affect the convenience of life in a particular city. How well it is landscaped, what is the quality of roads and walking paths, how often housing is renovated, and what is the condition of the housing stock. All these are important issues in our life. For efficient assessment, these factors were also divided into three groups. Housing stock, landscaping and roads.

Calculations were carried out similarly to the previous approach, based on objective and subjective indicators.

Housing and communal services in cities and work to improve the quality of the housing stock was assessed by:

• the number of dilapidated and dilapidated housing;
• satisfaction of residents with the services provided by housing and communal services, and the condition of houses.

Here in the first positions were: Naberezhnye Chelny, Grozny, Tyumen and Moscow. The lowest quality of the housing stock and the low level of housing and communal services turned out to be in Samara, Saratov, Sevastopol and Makhachkala.

Only the votes of the surveyed residents influenced the assessment of the urban amenities. The largest number there were happy people in Grozny, Kazan, Tyumen and Naberezhnye Chelny. The most dissatisfied residents were in Tolyatti, Omsk, Volgograd and Makhachkala.

The biggest trouble in Russia, according to the proverb, is the roads. This criterion was assessed by the number of transport routes that do not meet the standards, and by the number of residents who are satisfied with the road infrastructure of their city. The cities of Tyumen, Naberezhnye Chelny, Novokuznetsk and Grozny took the first places in the ranking. The last places were taken by Omsk, Perm, Ryazan and Yaroslavl.

Summing up the results of the study on the second approach, you can make a rating:

1. Tyumen.
2. Grozny.
3. Kazan.
4. Moscow.
   ...

34. Omsk.
35. Astrakhan.
36. Saratov.
37. Makhachkala.
38. Volgograd.

Where is everyone going?

The best cities of Russia have always been attractive to the inhabitants of our country. opportunity for development and career development, a higher standard of living and access to education and medicine is what pushes people to change their place of residence. The indicators of population migration clearly show where they want to go to live in order to get better.

The third study assessed indicators of the balance of migration in relation to the number of inhabitants, the number of citizens who want to leave their city, and their satisfaction with their lives.

1. Krasnodar.
2. Kazan.
3. Tyumen.
4. Grozny.
   …

34. Saratov.
35. Novokuznetsk.
36. Omsk.
37. Tolyatti.
38. Volgograd.

Competition Winners

Who became the winner? So, according to the results of 2015, based on a study of three approaches, the rating of the best cities in Russia looks like this:

1. Tyumen.
2. Moscow.
3. Kazan.
4. Krasnodar.
5. Grozny.
   …

34. Tolyatti.
35. Saratov.
36. Makhachkala.
37. Omsk.
38. Volgograd.

In a study conducted in 2014, the best cities to live in Russia are still the same. St. Petersburg was in fifth place, while Grozny did not participate in the ranking. These were the best cities in Russia for living. Rating and calculations were published in official publications.

Internet voting for the best city in Russia

Voting for the best city is a nationwide election of the most symbolic and recognizable place in our country. The purpose of this project is to increase the interest of the population in the cultural values ​​of their small homeland and the whole country as a whole. And the city that wins the vote will undoubtedly receive an incentive for even greater economic growth and improvement in all areas of life.

Cities in the list are subject centers Russian Federation, total contenders for the victory 83. The winner receives the title of "The Best City of Russia".

Voting for your city is very simple, just go to the site and click the button. Registration is not required. But there is a limit on the number of votes from one IP address (computer, phone, tablet), it is possible to vote no more than once a day. This, of course, will not allow fraudsters to greatly influence the result, but experts do not expect especially objective results.

1. Sevastopol.
2. Khabarovsk.
3. Kostroma.
4. Penza.
5. Khanty-Mansiysk.
6. Yoshkar-Ola;
7. Magas.
8. Irkutsk.
9. Nalchik.

The most comfortable city in Russia

Which are the best cities in Russia, and where it is more comfortable to live, can also be suggested by the annual competition among all cities and municipalities.

This is the most objective comparison, because it covers the entire geography of our country and focuses on a large number of criteria. The city of Saransk became the repeated winner of the competition, as many as eight times. The cities of Khabarovsk and Novorossiysk won seven times. Tyumen, mentioned in the previous rating as the winner, won the contest "The most comfortable city in Russia" five times, as well as Almetyevsk and Leninogorsk.

The purpose of the competition is to stimulate the municipal authorities. As conceived by the organizer, local authorities should strive to improve the quality of life of the population. As a result of the competition, cities and towns will be identified that are most successful in this by reforming the housing and communal services sector, reducing losses and bringing the budget and business sphere to modern economic realities.

Which cities are participating?

More than 4,000 cities and urban-type settlements have participated in the competition, held throughout the country. For convenience, a classification into categories has been adopted.

The first includes cities-administrative centers, as in the "City of Russia" voting.

During the first month of the year, the participants of the competition submit a report on the work carried out to a specially formed commission, and during February the commission makes a decision and compiles a rating.

Criteria by which achievements are judged

The best cities in Russia are evaluated according to the following criteria:

• implement social and economic development programs in the best possible way and in full;
• perform the specified volumes of construction and overhaul of the housing stock;
• have a positive trend in the improvement of residential buildings;
• carry out overhaul pavement and laying new roads, sidewalks and storm sewers;
• provide security traffic and the appropriate level of transport service;
• landscaping and ennobling the territory of the city;
• take measures to culturalize the population and preserve the historical, cultural and natural heritage;
• replace dilapidated engineering structures and keep them in good condition;
• reduce the number of unfinished construction square meters housing.

Also included in the competition are:

• availability of car garages and parking lots;
• appearance of the city general style new developments;
• completeness of the architectural composition of the facades;
• maintaining cleanliness in the city;
• the level of ecology and its maintenance.

Prizes for the winners

Participants of the competition, who won first, second and third prizes, are awarded commemorative diplomas and cash awards. The funds received as a bonus are spent on the development of the municipal economy (90%) and on bonuses to employees of enterprises who have shown high results, which influenced the level of improvement. Participation in the competition, in fact, is accepted by the whole of Russia.

What is the best city?

What is the result? Who is the winner? Based on research, competitions and voting, you can find out which is the best city in Russia:

1. Tyumen.
2. Moscow.
3. Kazan.
4. Krasnodar.
5. Saint Petersburg.
6. Chelyabinsk.
7. Yekaterinburg.
8. Krasnoyarsk.
9. Novosibirsk.
10. Orenburg.

Summarizing

In Russia, there are several major competitions to determine the best city, and each of them takes into account different criteria. Undoubtedly, the satisfaction of residents is one of the most significant indicators, however, it should be noted that surveys are conducted selectively and do not cover all segments of the population. Where it is good for one person with a high income, it can be difficult for another with an average income. This factor should also be taken into account when deciding to move, for example.

And, of course, every city in our vast country has its own unusual, unique atmosphere that can make you happy. The best city is the one in which a person lives well. And it depends on many factors, including personal ones.

The Economist Intelligence Unit has released its annual Global Liveability Report 2017, which ranks the world's cities in terms of quality of life. Here it must be understood that many parameters were taken into account: the level of the crime situation, the threat of terrorism and military conflicts, the availability of healthcare, education, infrastructure, the existing cultural environment, ecology, etc.

I hasten to disappoint you, Moscow was only in 80th place. Our Ukrainian neighbors are also in for an unpleasant surprise.

And it also turned out that I was in more places from the last ten of the ranking than from the first. So enjoy photos and posts from those cities where you hardly ever want to go! ;)

Beautiful city, I met here New Year! Melbourne has a cool tram, great wine, delicious steaks and koalas. What else is needed for happiness?

3. Vancouver (Canada) But I never got to Vancouver (I only saw him from the window of the plane.

I was, I saw, I walked, I confirm: everything is fine here!

5. Calgary (Canada) Didn't get it right!

6. Adelaide (Australia). I haven’t been either (It’s a shame! I’ll definitely visit in December!

7. Perth (Australia) Scheduled for December! By the way, Perth is a city of miners with all the ensuing consequences: miners love to have fun;) And a city of simple Australian men, bogans! We'll sit on the courts, beat someone and drink beer.

A lot of people like Auckland, but it's so boring for me. Yes, safe, clean, but BORING!

Oh, I recently wrote a lot about this;) Did you like it?))))

Hamburg is not only about the protests that I recently covered, but also a livable city!

Oops, we're in the middle.

Oh, and Kiev is in the ass. Literally, in the top ten worst cities. All the fault of the Maidan and its consequences. Or maybe the ecology from tires has worsened?

I don't really remember the city...

133. Harare I was not here, but in general I was in Zimbabwe and I can say that there is an ASS!

134-135. But they turned on Karachi in vain. Cool city! I liked. Islamabad and Lahore are a big dump.

Here I don’t understand at all: a cool, safe and green city! I enjoyed spending 3 days there.

136. Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea) Plans for next year.

O! It really is hell on earth.

The city is a traffic jam, and at the same time quite dangerous.

For obvious reasons.

Here, by the way, are the five most successful and the five most failed cities over the past 5 years. Moscow is here in the same company with Kiev, Tripoli, Damascus and Detroit. And Tehran, for example, is gradually climbing up. Maybe because the sanctions on Iran were lifted?)

So, where do we have Mogadishu? Where is Kabul? Where is Omsk? Looks like foreign explorers just got tired of exploring some cities!

What do you think? Where were you?

The standard of living of the population is always influenced by various factors. It can be economic stability, comfortable conditions residence, level of education, places for recreation and much more. When choosing the best cities to live in the world, you should study the ratings as carefully as possible. They are made up of many analytical companies, among which the Economist Intelligence Unit is the most authoritative.

When compiling ratings, experts take into account the political environment, economic stability, climate, salaries, education, infrastructure and much more. The best city should be as safe as possible, so the level of crime is taken into account.

15. Paris

Oddly enough, but the capital of world fashion is not in the lead in such ratings. Although the capital of France attracts a huge number of tourists, living here is quite expensive. Romantics and artists come here to try their hand at fashion or art. Most main disadvantage Parisian life - a large number of foreigners. This makes it difficult to see the real France.

14. Barcelona

It could not be included in this rating, although it is a city in Spain with a fairly high standard of living. The capital of Spain, Madrid, was not included even in the top 50. Barcelona has excellent universities, so it is more suitable for students. There are not a lot of foreigners here, and in itself this city of Spain is quite calm and cozy.

13. Milan

There are many beautiful places in Italy, but it was Milan that overtook the capital in terms of rating. But local ratings believe that Trento is the best. This city is the safest and most comfortable. But Milan, with a higher standard of living, allows its residents to fulfill themselves in almost any kind of activity. The disadvantage of this place in Italy is the high cost of living.

12. Dusseldorf

The ranking of the best cities to live also includes Dusseldorf. Among other German cities, it is known for its developed fashion industry, as well as museums, galleries, and parks. A suitable place in Germany for those who are interested not only in economic but also in cultural development.

11. Auckland

As the largest city in New Zealand, Auckland allows its residents not only to find a job, but also to get a high level of living. In recent years, the entire cultural and economic life of the country has been concentrated in the city. That is why over 1 million people live here, which is a quarter of all New Zealand citizens.

Auckland does not have a large number of historical sights, but there is amazing nature and a mild climate.

Note!

highlight of the city - 48 extinct volcanoes, most high structure Southern hemisphere and three sea bays.

10. Sydney

This is not the only city in Australia that is in this ranking. It can be called a major cultural center of the country, as well as one of the most prosperous places to live. Sydney area doubled more area New York. In addition to a large number of beaches, there is the Royal Botanical Garden, which occupies 34 hectares.

9. Helsinki

Finland is a country with a high standard of living. Therefore, Helsinki, as the capital, is included in many world rankings. Despite its small population, Helsinki is the cultural and economic center of Finland. There are 8 higher educational institutions and 70% of all foreign companies working in the country.

8. Calgary

This is one of the sunniest places in Canada. The sun shines here almost all year round. The main occupation of the locals is oil extraction. But the place is one of the most environmentally friendly. Calgary is located near the Canadian Rockies, which makes the landscape of the city unique.

7.Berlin

The capital of Germany rightfully occupies a corresponding place in this rating. Among other European countries, Berlin is considered one of the most powerful political and economic centers. Because of this, the standard of living here is one of the highest. Berlin - the best place on earth for those who appreciate scientific achievements and practicality.

6.Zurich

Of all the countries in Europe, Switzerland has long occupied a leading position in terms of a high standard of living and security. In addition to the quality of life, this place boasts amazing nature, as well as a large number of cultural and entertainment attractions. Therefore, for many, the best place on earth is Zurich. Another undoubted advantage of living here is high salaries.

5.Copenhagen

For those who initially value stability and security, there is no better country than Denmark. Of all the states of Europe, here are the highest prices for accommodation. But wages here are relevant. Copenhagen is suitable for lovers of old towns with beautiful streets and magnificent architecture. All this did not prevent the Danes from developing an excellent infrastructure, reducing the crime rate, and also making the city convenient for all residents without exception.

4. Melbourne

Almost all ratings recent years describing the top cities include Melbourne. Indeed, this locality was not just among the best cities in France, Spain, Italy, Canada, Germany. About 4 million people live here. Regarding the standard of living of the townspeople, we can say that it is quite high.

All significant sporting and cultural events of the country are held here, and the number of tourists visiting Melbourne annually is comparable to the number coming to the most famous tourist destinations in the world. Local attractions - Swanston Street, Rialto Tower, Victoria Art Center and much more.

3.Munich

German cities do not give up their positions and are included in almost all existing ratings. Munich is no exception. Business card This place has an excellent health and education system. It is for this that thousands of foreigners and Germans from other cities come here every year, who do not want to stay in the noisy capital. The average income of a local resident is 3 thousand euros (after taxes).

Note!

Munich is known to tourists thanks to the Oktoberfest Festival, as well as the German football company Bayern.

2.Vancouver

For those looking for the best places to live in the world in Canada, Vancouver is the perfect place. After all, it is no coincidence that he is the second in the ranking of 2018. And just a few years ago, Vancouver took the first position as the best place on earth. Now the industry is developing at a rapid pace, as well as the film industry. It's very easy to get a job in programming here.

It is the center of science and culture in Canada. This is confirmed by many scientific institutes, museums and exhibitions. Vancouver is located, perhaps, in one of the most beautiful places. It is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, coniferous forest, and a huge number of rivers are connected by 20 bridges. Thanks to the unique ecosystem, it is not hot in the city in summer, and snow rarely falls in winter.

Even the science center looks great here:

1.Vienna

Only Vienna can be better than Vancouver. This time, according to world analytical agencies, it is the capital of Austria that occupies the first position in the rating. An ancient city can offer its residents a well-developed infrastructure, security, jobs, high salaries, and quality medicine. That is, economic stability. All this, together with a large number of attractions, attracts thousands of people every year.

The main part of the comments of tourists who visited Vienna concerns not only luxurious architecture, but also magnificent nature. The city is located on the Danube River, and around it is surrounded by mountain peaks and the Viennese coniferous forest. The mass of entertainment complexes with thermal springs is a paradise for both tourists and residents of Vienna.

If we talk about the economic situation, then a resident of Vienna with an average income can easily visit resorts several times a year, own a car with a minimum cost of 50 thousand euros. Many prefer to buy ready business because there are so many offers. Ecology at the highest level - here you can drink water from the tap. And the average life expectancy is 80 years.

Conclusion

World rankings that determine the best settlements for life, a lot. Best cities for a better life life in the world rarely changes drastically. Usually presented Largest cities Europe, Canada, Australia. Russia is also often included in such lists. For example, Moscow in 2018 took 167th place.

Every year, experts evaluate cities around the world on a variety of parameters, such as medicine, the level of culture and education, infrastructure, ecology, etc. The following are best cities to live in the world 2016- top 10 rating.

10. Hamburg (95 points)

Opens the list of the best cities to live in 2016 German Hamburg, which received 95 points out of 100.

In terms of population density, Hamburg is second only to Berlin, the number of inhabitants of the city is more than 1 million 800 thousand people. Hamburg is known for its museums, the most famous of which is the Hamburg Kunsthalle, as well as theaters. For walkers, more than 120 parks have been built in Hamburg. Additionally, the botanical garden is open all year round, in which most of the flora of Asia and Europe is present. Another attraction is the artificial lake Alster, as well as the "health path" located nearby. Hamburg is considered the largest of all port cities in Europe, its industries are oil refineries, shipyards, as well as factories for processing raw materials supplied from abroad.

9. Helsinki (95.6 points)

In ninth place among the most livable cities is Helsinki. It is the capital of Finland and the most Big city in a country of 600,000 inhabitants. Now Helsinki is experiencing a period rapid development, as a large number of people from neighboring provinces migrate there. This is a cozy city, with many small cafes and comfortable hotels. Visitors are treated with great attention and care.

8. Auckland (95.7 points)

Auckland is in the top 10 best cities to live in 2016. It is the most populous city in New Zealand. More than 1.3 million people live within it, which is 32% of the population of the entire country. One of the main sources of income for Auckland is attracting foreign students to study, since the city has a large number of universities and other educational institutions. People from all over the world come here to study. Often students study in parallel not only in English courses, but also in technological institutes or universities.

7. Perth (95.9 points)

The city of Perth was also recognized as one of the best places to live. It is located in the southwestern part of Australia. The number of inhabitants is about 2 million people, which is about 75% of the total population of the state. Another name is "City of Lights". This city became famous in 1962 when locals turned on all the lights en masse at the time when the American spacecraft "Friendship" flew over them. Perth is also home to actors such as Heath Ledger and Toby Schmitz. The founders and members of such musical groups as Make Them Suffer, Karnivool, Knife Party, Tame Impala originated from this city.

6. Adelaide (96.6 points)

On the 6th line is one of the best cities for living in Australia - Adelaide. This large city is located in the state of South Australia, and is also its administrative center. It is the fifth most populous city with 1.2 million inhabitants. Many gardens have been erected in the center of this city, which has a positive effect on its appearance and ecology. Adelaide was previously known as a religious freedom zone, civil rights as well as progressive politics. Today, the city is better known for its festivals, wines and sporting achievements.

5. Calgary (96.6 points)

Calgary occupies the middle of the ranking of the best cities to live. This is a fairly well-known city in Canada, according to the latest statistics, it is inhabited by 1.1 million people. The main business is tied to the industry, agriculture as well as tourism. Of all the sports, football and hockey are the most popular. Calgary is located in temperate latitudes, but the weather is largely determined by the height above sea level, as well as how close the Rocky Mountains are. Therefore, in this area it can be quite Cold winter, but the warm wind of Chinook is able to raise the temperature to +15 degrees Celsius in just a couple of hours. Such fluctuations pose a danger to the health of visitors who are not accustomed to this lifestyle. Despite this, Calgary is developing very actively and its suburbs are growing literally by the hour.

4. Toronto (97.2 points)

Toronto is the largest metropolitan area in Canada and at the same time the administrative center of the province of Ontario. Nearly half of the city's population is made up of immigrants from distant lands. For example, about 10% of total number The citizens of Toronto hail from India. The most curious feature of the city is the active support of the culture of emigrants, so assimilation is not as pronounced as in other places with a large number of visitors. However, Toronto is one of the safest metropolitan areas in the entire Americas, making it one of the best places to live.

3. Vancouver (97.3 points)

According to the authoritative British publication The Economist, Vancouver has been named the world's best city to live three times. In 2016, he took third place, which is also not bad. Vancouver is located on the west coast of Canada. The city is home to 2.3 million people. The climate is quite mild and warm. Heavy rainfall occurs in spring, autumn and winter, with the exception of dry summers. Interestingly, more than half of Vancouver's citizens do not consider English their first language, and this makes the city the most linguistically diverse in all of Canada. Vancouver has a highly developed industry, with businesses in the fields of programming, biotechnology, and the film industry also gaining momentum. Due to the picturesque landscapes and a large number of different attractions, the city is often visited by tourists. Most travelers are interested in gardens, Stanley Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, mountains, and forests that surround the city. About a million tourists visit Vancouver every year on cruise ships bound for Alaska.

9. Vienna (97.4 points)

The second place in the ranking of the most favorable cities for living was taken by the capital of Austria - Vienna. The population of the city is more than 1.8 million, and with the suburbs this figure rises to 2.3 million, which is almost 25% of the total population. Vienna is the center of economic and political life Austria, seat of the UN. The city regularly receives high marks in the areas of infrastructure, protection environment, culture and security. Vienna has long been famous for its music festivals. In addition, the real estate market in Vienna is constantly evolving, in contrast to the rest of Europe, where already long time there is a crisis.

1. Melbourne (97.5 points)

According to The Economist, Melbourne is the best city for life in the world for 2016. It is the second largest and most important city in Australia. The number of its inhabitants is more than four million, taking into account the suburbs. Melbourne is also the cultural and sports capital of the country, since it is here that all major events take place. The population of the city is extremely diverse. People from various countries of the world found their home in it, but there is no national strife in it. Melbourne's architectural style is modern, with a touch of Victorian. For lovers fresh air a large number of parks and gardens have been built in the city, so Melbourne has a good environment.