10 Most Beautiful Countries Of The World

10. Italy

In number 10 of our list, it is Italy, which is acknowledged to be the birthplace of western culture. UNESCO has awarded the nation with the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the earth. Everywhere you go in Italy, you will be finding exquisite pieces of art. The picturesque pastel villages along with delicious cuisine has won the hearts of the travelers over and over again. However, the discovery does not end here. You will also be finding high-end fashion, trendy prices of cloths and luxury sports car all over the nation. Among people there are diverse regional cultures accompanied by different dialects. The beautiful coasts, mountain ranges and alpine lakes have gifted the nation the title Bel Paese, which stands for beautiful country.

Rome offers the historical importance of Italy, which is regarded as the birthplace of western civilization along. It offers the sight of several historical monuments that enhance your entire travelling experience by several degrees. However, your visit to Italy can never be completed without visiting Tuscan wine country, where you can see vineyards spreading as far as your eyes can go.

9. Chile

Chile has an incredibly unique shape, which is a long and narrow nation to spread along the southern half of west coast of South America. The beauty of the nation has gifted him the 9^th place in the list of 10 most beautiful countries. Chile is situated between Andes and Pacific Ocean. Due to its unique shape the country has a diverse range of climates and terrains. This uniqueness includes the glacial fjords in Patagonia and the rolling vineyards of the country's Elqui Valley. If you are an animal lover then you must pay a visit to the nation’s famous Lauca National Park and spend some time with the Pumas, alpacas, flamingos, foxes and more. They roam very freely across 303,342 acres in the Andes.

You will also get to enjoy the scenic beauty of Chungará Lake, which is a home to rare flora. Santiago will bring you all the city vibes along with a bohemian touch that you can enjoy in the coasts of Valparaíso. Overall, Chile offers you with a diversity that you will hardly ever enjoy anywhere else.

8. New Zealand

New Zealand is undoubtedly capable of taking up the space of your heart and establish itself as one of the most beautiful places you have ever visited. It has the most intriguing landscape in the world that will leave you wondering often about it. The beauty of New Zealand includes rolling pastureland, active volcanic zones, scenic beaches, steep fiords, pristine trout-filled lakes, and jagged mountains. New Zealand has islands, which are earth some of the most precious regions as these are the homes of several rare bird species.

Coming back to its natural beauty, you can never miss Lake Tekapo, which is considered to be one of the most colorful places of the earth. Among the manmade beauty you will be able to find a number of galleries and museums that hold the cultural and artistic importance of the country. Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is a must visit as it tells of the rich history of Māori people behind the rich heritage of New Zealand.

7. Greece

Greece is a small country with only 11 million population. However, it has made a record of visitors of 34 million from all around the world, which tells of its popularity amount the people with wanderlust. The eye-pleasing whitewashed homes with signature blue-domed churches make Greece unique enough to become the 7^th most beautiful country all around the world. The ancient temples and ruins of Athens claim their ground of historical importance firmly.

Visiting Greece means being able to witness different architecture that vary widely basing on local history. You will be able to find Neoclassical architecture in the cities of Ermoupolis and Nafplion, Ottoman-influenced buildings in Grevená and Kozáni, whitewashed Cycladic homes on the island of Paros, and pastel-coloured baroque homes and churches on Corfu. However, the real fun of traveling Greece comes from the lesser-known islands, such as Evia and Nisyros. And you must stop at Naxos for some fresh seafood on the way.

6. Thailand

Thailand is situated in Southeast Asia that has coasts on the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. It has always been known as the country with astonishing natural beauty, which is accompanied by an incredible weather and friendly population. The natural beauty of Thailand comprises of majestic mountains, picturesque beaches, tropical climate and more. You will be able to find beauty in every corner of the nation. Be it the busy city of Bangkok or calm and mysterious forests of Koh Kood, nothing will fail to amaze you.

The golden temples of Chiang Mai deliver you several messages about the religious practices of Thailand. The thrill of the modern cities is blended with lively traditional markets and different culinary scenes. The white sand beaches are dreamy enough to make you zone out along with the crystal clear water that you hardly find anywhere else. The geometric rock formations scream the creativity of mother nature and leave you speechless.

And about Thai cuisine, there is absolutely nothing that can be said. It is a perfect blend of traditional food and experimental creations, which secures a place in the visitors heart very easily.

5. Namibia

Namibia lands in number 5 as the most beautiful country of the world with its golden grasslands, amber sand dunes, emerald-blue lagoons and more. The Namib desert is the most attractive natural establishment of Namibia. It spans more than 1,200 miles. There are dead-tree valleys that you can find at Sossusvlei along with the sand dunes that lead to Sandwich Harbor.

The wildlife of the nation finds its way in Savannas and Caprivi Strip wetlands. Zannier Reserve by N/a’an ku sê is a natural habitat for injured animals, if you want to learn about injured wild animals then it can be a perfect place for you. Overall, Namibia serves as the perfect place to learn about the wild side of nature while enjoying the trip to every bit.

4. Kenya

The reputation of having the most expansive savanna grasslands along with a diverse wildlife has made Kenya the 4^th most beautiful country of the world. However, this does not conclude the beauty of Kenya, there goes a long list of natural beauty that you can find here. There are glacial lakes that you can find at the foot of Mount Kenya, the blue water on the coasts and the forest complex of Mau, everything plays a big part in establishing the beauty of Kenya.

The city life of Nairobi is something that every visitor should experience. It has one of the most famous market of artisans, woodworkers, weavers and more. The beauty of Kenya is striking, which can have you coming back for more.

3. Iceland

If you are rooting for enjoying strange desolate landscapes, then Iceland is the perfect choice for you. It is a country where the daylight varies from season to season. There are times in year, such as in June, when sun rests only for a while, however, the skies of Iceland are still illuminated. Whereas in December you will find 20 hours of darkness. Apart from the games of sun, you can find subterranean ice caves, black sand beaches and towering volcanoes in the nation. No doubt, it has gained the third spot in the list of most beautiful countries of the world.

Reykjavik provides you with the city life that you need to enjoy. It is a perfect meeting place of the scenic beauty and impressive art museums that shows the traces of Icelandic creativity. The food is another part that you cannot skip. However, if you manage to take some time off from the city then you will be able to find luxe hot springs and glacier valleys. You can also take a road trip across the Ring Road, which is extended around 828 miles of the coastal area of the nation.

2. Japan

"Too lazy to be ambitious, I let the world take care of itself. Ten days' worth of rice in my bag; a bundle of twigs in my fireplace. Why chatter about delusion and enlightenment? Listening to the night rain on my roof, I sit comfortably, with both legs stretched out."

— Ryokan Taigu

Japan is regarded as the “Land of the Rising Sun” somewhere where the past meets the future. It offers an immaculate taste of historical richness along with an astonishing advancement of technology. It is string of islands that offer the visitors with eye-pleasing beauty of mother nature. However, that does not shorten the excitement of city at all. Japan balances it all. You must often see pictures of Japan that shows pink cherry blossoms all over the roads, those are not edited at all. Japan is the place where fragrant cherry blossoms meet Arashiyama bamboo forest that you can visit in Kyoto. The old temples and shrines carry the religious beliefs of the Japanese people.

The delicacies that the Japanese cuisine offers, deserves a separate article. and on the other hand, you will find technically advanced Tokyo, where services in restaurants and stores are often provided by robots. The beautiful view of the mountains, big mirror-like lakes, crystal clear water from fountains, everything makes Japan the second-most beautiful country of the world.

1. Peru

The top position in the list is acquired by Peru, because of its wonderous natural beauties, which are often mentioned as the top tourist points of the world. Peru is a country to be situated in South America and guarded by Andes Mountain range. Historically famous Inca ruins at Machu Pichu is situated in Peru. However, that is not all, there is Ica desert and in the heart of Ica desert you can find the oasis of Huacachina, which is quite a sight. Another attraction that keeps the travelers coming back is the rainbow-colored mountain, Vinicunca.

A visit to Lima will give a taste of city life of the people of Peru, where you will find your breath being taken away by the magnificent Colonial-era architecture and pre-Columbian art. Peruvian people are very friendly and helpful, which certainly can make your journey to Peru worthwhile. In Peru natural beaty blends with rich historical heritage, contemporary art and friendly and good citizens, which certainly makes it the most beatify country without any doubt.

Other countries to be mentioned

Apart from these 10 nations there are other countries, which have been acknowledged as some of the most beautiful countries of the world. The list of ten more nations is provided below,

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