Best Cities to Live in 2012

For each of us the definition for the best city to live in would differ, some of us prefer quiet, peaceful cities, while some of us would love to live in dynamic, vibrant and fast paced ones. Well, here I would like to share with you a list of cities which have been considered the best cities to live in 2012. They have been ranked on a score of 100 compared to New York City. Also while ranking these cities various aspects such as the environment, political system, education, economy and personal safety have been considered. Take a look at these best places to live and know why they are the best.

Best Cities to Live in Around the World

Following is a list of the 10 best cities to live in 2012 around the world. Learn more about these cities and see if you would consider moving.

Vienna, Austria - Vienna is the capital of Austria. It is the largest city of the country with a population of 1.7 million. It has been consistently ranked as the number one city for its quality of life. The transportation and health system of this city is efficient. The GDP of Austria is $361.791 billion. Vienna has always been among the top in the 100 best places to live. The political stability makes this place the best to live.

Zürich, Switzerland - This is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The population of this city is 365,098 with a life expectancy of 80.74 years. The GDP of Switzerland is $491.4 billion.

Geneva, Switzerland - This is the second largest city in Switzerland and has an almost flawless health and education system. The city or rather the whole country is politically stable. This city is the major center of international diplomacy. The population of Geneva is 185,958.

Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland is probably one of the safest cities in the world. Apart from being the safest city, it is also popular for its lovely beaches and amazing night life. The population of this city is 1.18 million and the GDP of New Zealand is $119.549 billion.

Vancouver, Canada - This city is the third largest in Canada with a population of 578,041. It is a coastal city in British Columbia and due to the quality of life it has been ranked among the best cities to live in for many years. This city is culturally diverse due to increase in immigration in the last decade. The GDP of Canada is $1.34 trillion.

Düsseldorf, Germany - This city is the capital of North Rhine - Westphalia of Germany. It has emerged as an important center for international business and is flourishing because of its trade fairs. The population of this city is 586,217 and the GDP of Germany is $3.33 trillion.

Munich, Germany - This is the capital city of Bavaria (Bayern) of Germany. Located on the river Isar it is the third largest city of Germany. The population of this city is over 5 million. The city has a blend of ancient and modern architecture. It is the financial and publishing center of the country.

Frankfurt, Germany - This is the largest city of Hesse and has a population of 672,000. This city is the largest financial center in continental Europe with the largest commercial banks located here. The airport of this city is one of the busiest in the world.

Bern, Switzerland - Bern is the city with a rich culture and artistic architecture. It has an efficient transport system. The population of this city is 123,466. The political stability, safety and scenic beauty makes this city one of the best places to live in 2012.

Sydney , Australia - This is one of the most happening cities in the world and if you are someone who enjoys the hustle and bustle of city lives then Sydney is the place to be. The population of this city is 4,500,470. It has everything from entertainment, art to outdoor sports. The GDP of Australia is 924.84 billion.

Stockholm, Sweden - Languorously warm summers, snowy winters, the perfect balance of picturesque beauty of nature and an urbanized, healthily paced lifestyle, Stockholm is fast emerging as one of the most ideal locations to consider settling in. The population of Stockholm is a little over 8,60,000. With its rich Scandinavian history, culture and the huge number of monuments it houses, Stockholm is indeed a modernized representation of the simple-yet-larger-than-life philosophy of the legendary Viking legacy.

Best Cities to Live in USA 2012

These were the top cities to live in 2012 around the world. If you want to know the best U.S. cities to live in 2012 according to different surveys conducted are as follows:

• Atlanta, GA
• New York, NY
• Chicago, IL
• San Diego, CA
• Austin,TX
• Los Angeles, CA
• Boston, MA
• Seattle,WA
• San Francisco, CA
• Denver, CO

You could also find more information on the best cities to live in the US on Buzzle.

These are the best cities to live in 2012. If you are considering moving to a new country altogether, these are the top 10 destinations you could choose from. With the fluctuating and dynamic economies of the world, the list of best places to live in the world is bound to change, so before you make the move, make sure you have updated yourself with the current happenings.