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Two Spanish cities remain in the top positions of this ranking for another year.
Leading a healthier life is a purpose that many people worldwide make and whose fulfillment does not depend exclusively on their will. The place and time in which we live have a great impact on achieving these goals.
The financial products consultancy 'Money.co.uk' has published a study in which it catalogs the healthiest cities in the world. For its elaboration, it has analyzed factors such as life expectancy, air pollution, obesity rate, security, and the number of hours of sunlight in each location.
For this edition, factors focused on the global coronavirus pandemic have been added. In this way, metrics such as the accessibility of health coverage and the number of mental health nurses, social workers, psychiatrists, and psychologists, among others, have been taken into account. The research also looked at the prevalence of mental health and substance use disorders.
Two Spanish cities remain at the top of the ranking compared to the previous year. Valencia leads the ranking thanks mainly to its climate, gastronomy, cultural heritage, low pollution rates, and a good level of medical care. Madrid, for its part, revalidates the second place achieved in 2021, with good ratings regarding the climate and its large green spaces.
Among the healthiest countries, Japan won the title thanks to its excellent public transport, which favors less car use and therefore less pollution. As for gastronomy, in the Japanese country the portions are much smaller and dishes rich in protein proliferate, as well as greater respect for the preparation and consumption of food. This contrasts sharply with the fast food culture of Western countries.
Switzerland is second among the wealthiest countries on the planet, with a high life expectancy of 84 years. Cuba is in third place, ahead of Slovenia and Armenia.
8. Chiangmai
The Thai city enters this year's standings directly at eighth place. The peace and tranquility of its temples contrast with the hustle and bustle of its markets.
7. Vienna
Vienna, proclaimed in 2019 for the tenth consecutive year as the best city to live in according to the Mercer consultancy ranking, is one of the healthiest metropolises, thanks to its architecture and creativity.
6. Zurich
Among the healthiest cities, Zurich stands out as the safest in the world, with a meager crime rate. You can also enjoy the landscape, the culture, and a wide range of luxury products here.
5. Tokyo
Tokyo rises two places in this ranking, thanks to its good performance in security levels. The Japanese capital is making great efforts in habitability, improving its streets to satisfy residents and tourists.
4. Lisbon
The Portuguese capital falls one position compared to last year. Its strong points are its landscape, its culture, and its gastronomy.
3. Canberra
Canberra has significantly improved its rates compared to the previous year's report. It is one of the safest cities in the world and has a high life expectancy, up to 82.9 years. It also has very low rates of air pollution.
2. Madrid
Madrid revalidates its second position in 2021 thanks to the climate and its enormous green spaces, such as the Retiro Park and the Casa de Campo.
1. Valencia
Valencia will maintain its title as the healthiest city in the world in 2022. Its climate, its gastronomy, its cultural heritage, low pollution rates, and a good level of medical care are some of the keys to the success of this city.
