World’s Best Cities 2025: Do you know which is the best city in the world, one that is high-tech yet full of natural beauty? A city where the air is clean and almost pollution-free. The city is a first choice of several celebrities and home to stars like Anushka Sharma-Virat Kohli and Sonam Kapoor, has claimed the top spot in the World’s Best Cities 2025 list for the 10th time. It is the capital of Britain – London. Did you know that London once witnessed the catastrophic Great Smog of 1952, which claimed 12,000 lives? Yet, looking at the city now, it has transformed drastically since that tragedy.
In 1952, London was blanketed in dreadful smog which was caused by extensive coal burning in the city. At that time, factories, homes, and vehicles emitted harmful smoke that lingered due to cold weather, turning the city into a gas chamber. The smog hovered in the city for five days, dropping the visibility to zero. Thousands of people suffered respiratory issues. The city learned from its mistake, and today it has an AQI of just 1, compared to Delhi’s alarming levels of 500-700 in some areas.
Year after year, the city has consistently proven its global appeal. It has a perfect blend of cultural heritage, modern infrastructure, and innovation.
Largest Museum Network: The city has more than 170 museums, including the British Museum and Natural History Museum.
World’s Oldest Metro: The London Underground, or Tube is the lifeline of the city.
Linguistic Diversity: Over 300 languages are spoken in the city.
Global Connectivity: Heathrow Airport remains one of the busiest worldwide.
According to the leaderboard by Resonance, the attraction of London stands out among the world’s top cities. As we emerge from the pandemic, travellers want more than just budget solutions. They are looking for inspiring destinations and London, with its diverse attractions, continually captures the hearts of people all over world.
