These are the ten most stunning settlements in the world, ranging from Hallstatt, Austria, to Bibury, England.
Hallstatt
Austria’s modest, quaint, colourful lakeside resort of Hallstatt is renowned for its natural beauty, extensive history, and rich cultural experiences. It is encircled by towering mountains.
Giethoorn
Many people refer to Giethoorn as the “most beautiful village in the Netherlands” or the “Dutch Venice” because it is a roadless village with charming canals and wooden bridges.
Bibury
The most iconic feature of Bibury, England, is its steeply pitched roofed stone cottages from the 17th century. Arlington Row, one of England’s most famous locations, is also located in the village.
Shirakawa-Go
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Shirakawa-go is considered as the most lovely village in Japan. This location is especially stunning when it snows in the winter.
Santorini
On the Greek island of Santorini, the village of Oia is renowned for its natural beauty, rich history, and breathtaking views.
The picturesque French mediaeval village of Colmar is home to half-timbered homes, canals, and cobblestone streets, among other lovely details.
Swiss Village
Gimmelwald is a tiny Swiss village with no through traffic. It is renowned for its classic wooden homes and flower-decorated chalets.
Italy’s Portofino is renowned for its pastel-colored structures, opulent yachts, and picturesque harbour.
