10 Most Beautiful Streets In World

From craggy cliffs of Spain to the rainbow umbrellas of Portugal and lanterns of China, the Architectural Digest has compiled a list of the most stunning streets across the globe. Here are 10 of them.

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Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain

This small Moorish town in southern Spain, not far from Seville, is built directly into the rocky cliffs over the Río Guadalporcún. The escarpment provides shade and creates a breathtaking landscape of natural rock formations and whitewashed houses.

 

 

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Brooklyn, New York

The suspension Manhattan Bridge towers over the picturesque cobblestone streets of Dumbo, a locality in Brooklyn, providing a stunning, unforgettable backdrop to a quiet neighbourhood,a delight for photographers and pedestrians alike.  

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Recife, Brazil

The historic and pretty Rua do Bom Jesus is situated in easternmost part of city. It's a colourful avenue with tall palm trees, and a rich cultural heritage, including the Kahal Zur Israel synagogue.

 

 

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Mykonos, Greece

The winding cobblestone streets of Mykonos soothe the eyes -- bright white houses, blue-domed Greek Orthodox churches and breathtaking Mediterranean views.

 

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Águeda, Portugal

Every summer, the streets of Águeda are transformed into a joyous canopy of umbrellas, providing shade and a playful atmosphere for pedestrians -- super lovely.

 

 

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Quebec City, Canada

The city's famous Rue du Petit Champlain is lined with unique boutiques, bistros and has a slow, dreamy ambience, making it a must-visit avenue of Quebec City.

 

 

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Colmar, France

Located on the border of Germany, in Alsace, its Old Town streets boast colourful timber outlines, Venice-ish canals, loads of flowers, charm galore, creating a fairytale-like atmosphere.

 

 

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Budapest, Hungary

The pedestrian street of Zrinyi Utca leads to the benovolently beautiful Saint Stephen's Basilica, close to the blue, blue Danube.

 

 

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Burano, Italy

The small isle in the Venetian lagoon offers a little bit of competition to grand, haughty Venezia, with its many-hued houses, enchanting il canale and sleepy paths to wander along beside the water. 

 

 

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Chengdu, China

Jinli Street is very representative of a traditional Chinese street with typical architecture, cutesy homes. The street is dotted with glowing lanterns, temples, and cultural attractions, especially during the Chinese New Year celebrations. The lanterns being lit can be seen throughout the year.

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