The most colorful cities on the planet
This is proof that life is art.
What is life without small color? Peaceful hamlets at the rows of rainbow houses, these kaleidoscopic destinations are pure eyes candies. While some areas are famous (think: The Cinque Terre d'Italian coast), others are more radar pensions, such as a village of dynamic murals in South Korea. But no matter where they are on the world, these colorful cities are safe to brighten your day.
1 Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark
Once a commercial port has drawn sailors from around the world,Nyhavn is now lined with 17th century colorful buildings that house restaurants and cafes along its seafront. The canal looks like aMagic WonderlandSo there is no surprise that the authorHans Christen Anderson-Who lived in three different houses here-used as a source of inspiration for its famous fairy tales.
2 Trinidad, Cuba
This UNESCO World Heritage site feels like it's stuck in time. Located in the center of Cuba, this well preserved colonial city, 500 years old, offering a colorful Spanish architecture,cobblestonesAnd the classic Cuba cars came to be known for.
3 St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada
With a name like Jellybean Row, the houses hurt the steep hills of St. John's are as bright and cheerful as you wait. Located on the northeastern coast of Avalon Peninsula, the tradition behind the bright houses of the city is attributed to the fishermen who wanted to see their homes through the fog when they approach the port. Of course, the true truth is less romantic: the bold palette started in the 1970s as a way to revitalize the city center.
4 Chefchaouen, Morocco
Nestled in the Rif Northern Mountains of Morocco, this labyrinth of the lanes boasts of electric shades of blue. There are many theories about why thecity Is painted in this way, so that to follow the Jewish custom, to keep the mosquitoes away and represent the Cerulean sea, but the complete story behind this "blue pearl of Morocco remains a mystery.
5 Guanajuato, Mexico
This ancient mining town of silver is surrounded by the mountains of Sierra de Guanajuato. A city rich in history, architecture and of course, color, it is considered one of the biggest of MexicoRomantic destinations. Here you can walk the cobbled streets that are found along the hill and tunnels that were once rivers.
6 Nuuk, Greenland
The capital of Greenland offers a dense cluster of picturesque wooden houses, whose pigments initially had a practical function as a means of distinguishing them. The police stations were black, hospitals were yellow, fish factories were blue and commercial homes were red. You will also want to visit theHans Egede House, the oldest of the country (built in 1728) and appointed for the founder of the city who also resided there.
7 Cinque Terre, Italy
Cinque Terre is a collection of five seafront enclaves that proudly display rainbow abodes at the top of cliffs overlooking the sea. Each of the communities has its own special charm and are accessible via walking trails, such as the popularVia dell'amore (The way of love), which connects Riomaggiore to Manarola. There are also boat shuttles that work between each city.
8 Nassau, Bahamas
Sweet pastels with tropical hues, the Bahamia houses areall but boring. However, it is not only private domains that enjoy a rich palette, as a trip in Parliament's place reveals. The Senate inspired by colonial, the House of Assembly and the Supreme Court buildings are all painted a shade of live rose.
9 La Boca, Buenos Aires, Argentina
In a country where tango reigns at night, the Boca district is worth a day visit. When immigrants first settled here, they painted their homes with the dyes they could find in a shipyard nearby. The result of this fragmented effort is a visual feast. Today, the colors extend to drawings of crests of chalk and dazzling murals.
10 Salvador, Brazil
Salvador is the epicenter of the animated Afro-Brazilian culture of the country and a showcase for the beautiful colonial architecture of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It mixes historical gold benchmarks with modern neon facades to create a surprising but transparent aesthetic. Although Rio is the mostPopular tourist destinationThis quiet city delivers all the same magic - less crowds.
11 Bo Kaap, Cape Town, South Africa
Today's trip to Bo Kaap has been complex, complete with several name changes, a rich past that includes the very first mosque of South Africa and a successfully mounted defense against apartheid. The brilliant areaDrawing tourists For for photo groups, but its historical meaning leaves a much more durable impression.
12 Valparaiso, Chile
Overlooking the ocean, Valparaiso is one of the most creative cities in South America. Here, art exists at all corners: in countless wall paintings splashed on the sides of the commercial buildings and in the hill houses of gem of precious stones. It's easy to understand why Valparaiso is called "The Pacific Jewel".
13 Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan, South Korea
The colored patchwork that hangs in the eyes this village has become known for it was not always part of its fabric. Created in the 1920s and 30s, it was initially used as a place of residence for the Poor Koreans of the city center, but close enough to always offer a workforce. In 2009, with the aim of reinventing and refreshing the village, houses and buildings all received a cool paint layer in a color chart. Revitalization has been very successful, drawing a range of artists, craftsmen and creative types to move and open galleries, studios and cafes. Today, this Lego-Watch district is one of the mostPopular attractions in Busan.
14 Guatapes, Colombia
This Andean seaside resort could be the most colorful of all Colombia. With a beautiful collection of brilliant painted low-reliefs, the design of houses and shops in Guatapes feels designed with love, with combinations that appear directly on the walls.
15 Menton, France
This percussive French riviera gem is located on the border of Italy and marks a point halfway between Paris and Rome. NestMountain chain And the Mediterranean Sea Azure, the atmosphere of this city differs considerably from its neighbors Cannes and Monte Carlo. Failing the opulent glitz and glamor, for a more authentic experience and a warm palette of well stacked buildings.
16 Júzcar, Malaga, Spain
This village really struck its stride when it leaned over a promotion of the movie 2011,The Smurfs. Originally a colony of whitewashed buildings, Sony España painted the whole region of the blue sky at the celebration of the first film and the influx of visitors convinced the city to remain as indefinitely.
17 Burano, Venice, Italy
A quick trip fromVeniceThe fantastic canals on this island offer a slightly different experience. Lined with fishing boats and a sparkling spectrum of houses and shops, these waterways offer the ultimate photo. And in the evening, you can consult your snapshots on the fresh capture of the day.
18 Wrocław, Poland
The largest city in western Poland, Wrocław has one of the most impressive medieval market squares in Europe. According to 70% of the urban area was destroyed in the Second World War, much of the marketplace had to be rebuilt in 1945 at its former glory. With contrasting paint and trim colors, restaurants and townhouses that manage the Plaza reflect its creative and juvenile culture.
19 Semarang, Indonesia
It took a little over a month to turn completely Semarang into an offer to attract tourists. With more than 200 rainbow houses covering two neighborhoods, kaleidoscopic transformation has proven to be a big success with peopletraveling in the city Just for the chance to see him in person.
20 Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
Longyearbyen - One of the Svalbard Islands in Norway - is considered the northernmost city in the world, but it is not its only alleged to glory. It is also one of the most chromatic thanks to its bold painted wooden houses. This former mining community now houses a population of about 2,000 inhabitants, including many young families. In a city experimenting at the polar night for four months of the year, these green red routes, mustard yellow and Pirenck are a joyful light in the dark.
21 Charleston, South Carolina
Called Rainbow Row, this crop of Georgian houses in Charleston has existed since the 1700s, but they were not always so eclectic. Following the civil war, the region was quite courageous and it was only afterDorothy Porcher Legge and her husbandJudge Lionel Legge Moved in the area in 1931 and decided to feed the block, that the colors of the painting become brighter and other owners started to follow from the pursuit.
22 Willemstad, Curacao
It can be difficult to believe that the diverse assortment of Willemstad Dutch inspired companies was once white. The legend is that under the sun of the flamboyant Caribbean, the reflection of the buildings has become blinding and a local suggested doctor That the government requires them to be repainted for the good of the lives of residents.
23 Stortorget, Stockholm, Sweden
Stortorget is the main square of the old city of Gamla Stan Stockholm. Every year, he draws tons of visitors for his food, his trades, his charming Christmas market, and of course, the historical buildings warmly precipitated. Its most famous landmark is Cardinal Red # 20, which was built in the 1400s.
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