Cities
- #19 Hamamatsu Nestled between Osaka and Kyoto, this Japanese city possesses a distinctiveness that extends beyond its serene ambiance, delectable eel-based cuisine, and natural allure. Hamamatsu stands out for its profound connection with music.
- #20 Gyumri As the second city of Armenia, Gyumri encapsulates the troubled history and cultural riches of this beautiful region.
- #21 Tartu Tartu has serious claims to culture, as the seat of the first Estonian university, the originator of the Festival of Song, and the oldest city of the Baltics.
- #22 Ibagué The musical capital of Columbia lies at 1285 metres in the Colombian Andes, in a valley formerly known as ‘Valley of Spears’.
- #23 Trencin Nitra Most people recognize the small Slovak town for its impressive medieval castle and its quintessential, yet pleasantly uncrowded, Central-Eastern European charm.
- #24 Tel Aviv Tirat Carmel A city that, despite being just over 100 years old, boasts an array of endless adjectives and titles.
- #25 Bad Ischl Nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps, Bad Ischl is a historic spa town that offers both serene relaxation and a rich musical heritage.