Cape Town has once again claimed the title of the world’s best city, for the seventh time, according to the prestigious Telegraph Travel Awards.
As reported by BusinessTech, over 20 000 readers of the British publication cast their votes, placing Cape Town ahead of global travel heavyweights like Seville, Sydney, and Tokyo.
The Telegraph runs the awards biennially, and Cape Town has now taken the top spot in seven of the last eleven cycles.
Cape Town: The world’s best city
So what keeps this South African city at the top of travellers’ wish lists? According to the Telegraph, it’s consistency and a kind of natural beauty that’s hard to rival.
From the iconic Table Mountain to the sweeping beaches of Camps Bay and the dramatic cliffs of the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town offers visuals that stick with you.
But the appeal isn’t just skin-deep. The Telegraph also praised the nearby winelands, specifically Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, for their world-class vintages and scenic charm.
The City of Cape Town’s MMC for Economic Growth, James Vos, credits smart strategy and hard work behind the scenes.
“This kind of recognition doesn’t just happen. It’s the result of serious graft, smart thinking, and a whole lot of local passion.” Vos said as per BusinessTech.
The top 10
Here’s where the top 10 best cities ranked according to the Telegraph Travel Awards:
| Rank | City | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Town | South Africa |
| 2 | Seville | Spain |
| 3 | Sydney | Australia |
| 4 | Tokyo | Japan |
| 5 | Kyoto | Japan |
| 6 | Copenhagen | Denmark |
| 7 | Vancouver | Canada |
| 8 | Venice | Italy |
| 9 | Porto | Portugal |
| 10 | Singapore | Singapore |
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