New 7 wonders cities.

[royal rose1]

New York!
Paris (mainly for the Eiffel tower, a structure that is epic an Continues to define this city)
Rio
Tokyo
Chicago (for being the skyscraper brithplace!)
Cairo
San Francisco (go there and tell me otherwise)

[Disturbing Reality]

1. New York City
2. Venice
3. Rio de Janeiro
4. Jerusalem
5. Tokyo
6. London
7. Hong Kong

[Fitzrovian]

Originally Posted by Disturbing Reality

1. New York City
2. Venice
3. Rio de Janeiro
4. Jerusalem
5. Tokyo
6. London
7. Hong Kong

Excellent list.

[emrearas]

not in order

Rio
Rome
NYC
Istanbul
St. Petersburg
Jerusalem
Tokyo

[Sarcasticity]

Originally Posted by NordikNerd

Forget New York & Paris !

These are the trendiest and most vibrant, livable cities in the world

Culture, History, Entertainment, Finance & Nightlife

1. Helsinki
2. Oslo
3. Reykjavik
4. Tallinn
5. Riga
6. Mannheim
7. Petrozawodsk

Yes.... but, do most people even know those cities exist with the exception of Oslo and Helsinki?

I think, not in particular order

**NYC
***Rio De Janeiro
*Venice over Rome or both
*Paris
*London
*Istanbul
**Hong Kong

* These places have high historical value as cities, so I think it would be a no brainer for them to be in the top 7
** These cities were highly power and influential in the past century
*** Often voted as one of the most beautiful cities in the world

[Sarcasticity]

Originally Posted by royal rose1

New York!
Paris (mainly for the Eiffel tower, a structure that is epic an Continues to define this city)
Rio
Tokyo
Chicago (for being the skyscraper brithplace!)
Cairo
San Francisco (go there and tell me otherwise)

The US is not gonna have three entries, not even two.

[Fitzrovian]

Originally Posted by Sarcasticity

The US is not gonna have three entries, not even two.

Agreed. If we are talking about "wonders" then we must pick one-offs - places that offer something absolutely unique that's unavailable anywhere else.

On that basis, the obvious choices IMO are: NY, Venice and Rio. Sydney as well i think because of the magnificent harbor and the remarkable, perfect manner in which it combines nature with urbanity.

I feel like you also have to pick either London or Paris or both. They are two of the most beautiful, important and influential cities in the world. However, they are also similar in many ways and therefore one could argue that only one should make it in. If i were to pick one I would chose London because it is more international and has more architectural variety, but it's a tough call. Many would consider Paris the more beautiful city and more deserving to be considered a "wonder" on that basis.

I also picked Hong Kong because its spectacular skyline combined with the natural setting also creates a unique urban attraction.

So that's 7 right there. But there is probably at least a dozen other cities that have valid claims for uniqueness: Amsterdam, Florence, Tokyo, Vegas, Barcelona and several others.

[Sarcasticity]

Now thinking about it, I think natural setting would weigh heavily in the criteria for the 7 wonder cities.

Then again, isn't this a voting system? People vote online for which they think is deserving. So I won't be surprised there will be some disappointing entries

[CarltonHill]

I would also consider Stockholm, Sweden...

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

[phamhuonghoi]

Originally Posted by Manitopiaaa

Munich?

That's right.

[phamhuonghoi]

[Marcanadian]

In no order:

London
New York City
Paris
Hong Kong
Tokyo
Rio de Janeiro
Venice

[Manitopiaaa]

My Top 7 and why:


Rio de Janeiro (#7): Rio, Rio, Rio. What can I say? The city exudes fun. From the carnivals that clog the city with sweaty torsos and the bronzed bodies bathing on the wide beaches, Rio is heaven on Earth. Even Christ thinks so, as he keeps watch over the city from Corcovado Mountain. Aside from this deeply Catholic population is a city that is more reminiscent of the Wild West. Favelas overflow with drugs and guns, Jungles full of exotic animals, rainbow-colored murals and supermodels playing volleyball on the soft sand. Rio is twice as dangerous as Los Angeles. Rio is twice as notorious as Las Vegas. Miami? Please. Not to mention that this paradise of a city will soon play host to the World Cup and Olympics. Rio defines the developing world at its best.

Rome (#6): All roads lead to Rome. The city that laid the foundation of Western Democracy is grander than Athens, larger than Jerusalem and older than Paris. It has more history than New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo in its pinky. It was the pinnacle of human achievement and its power at one point stretched from the Southern tip of Scotland to far into the Middle East. Today Rome is the seat (technically it's the Vatican enclave) of the Roman Catholic Church, the most powerful branch of Christianity and one which has the loyalties of 1/6 of the world's population. Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, pizza, lasagna, gelato, and more. Rome is a feast of the senses.

Hong Kong (#5): Neither a capital nor a historical giant, Hong Kong was merely a colonial backwater more than a century ago. But in the 21st Century Hong Kong is a dizzying labyrinth of supertalls and glitzy hotels. A place where homemade Peking duck meets Billionaire businessman. A city that has the financial and economic might to hold its own currency and battle with Shanghai for the title of China's economic hub. Hong Kong is a place where western architecture hits feng shui, a place where British democracy meets Buddhist temple incense. A place where even a ride on the Star Ferry gives you culture shock. It's also a city that will increasingly play a role in 21st century China. If this is China's Century, then Hong Kong is even bet to rise up in the ranks.

Paris (#4): The Fashion and Arts capitol of the world. A large repository of philosophy, scientists, artisans, and thinkers. The power of one of the world's most powerful nations. A huge business center where beauty trumps growth and history is around every corner. A place where gold-domed mausoleums are just one in a dozen. A place where literature and gastronomy are sacred rituals. A place where the Emperors of Europe once envied and modeled their towns after. A place where even the beggars know their furs and jewelry. Eiffel Tower, Versailles, Les Invalides, Louvre, Notre Dame. Paris may be snooty and crass. But can you blame her?

Tokyo (#3): The largest metropolis in the world approaching 37 million, or more than Canada and Australia. The city with the world's biggest GDP. A lab of scientific innovation, hard work, social cohesion and proud tradition. The city that created anime and video games and set Japan on the world's cultural stage. The city that built an empire that at one point controlled vast lands from Manchuria to Malaya and the South Pacific. An enigmatic powerhouse of a city where blue haired girls on kimonos ride motorcycles through massive highways and the Tsukiji Fish Market is more lively than other entire Asian capitals. Tokyo is grand, bustling and the world's portal to the future.

London (#2): A Financial Mecca, Seat of the largest empire ever created from Canada to India and further; diverse, trendy, gritty and an industrial powerhouse. The Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge. Yeah, London is ugly. It's full of boring buildings and the country's vestiges of global power are dwindling by the day. Paris is more beautiful, New York is bigger, and Tokyo has more economic power. But London encompasses a history that is unrivaled in the modern world. Paris for centuries has tried to trump London and failed (look at who's hosting the 2012 Olympics). New York was a mere pygmy when London ruled the seas and dismantled foes from Canada to the Ganges, from New Zealand to Africa. London is the world's preferred financial hub, even trumping Hong Kong and Singapore to this day. London's museums showcase jewels and treasures from every imaginable corner of the earth. More importantly, London's spirit helped shape the Industrial Revolution and catapulted England far above France and Austria-Hungary and all those 18th century posers. London held its own against massive Blitzkriegs from Hitler; it has decimated the Spanish navy; it has controlled the fate of billions of people around the world and even today controls more colonies than America or France or Russia or any other nation in fact. London is ugly. But what's beauty without power?


New York (#1): Financial Mecca and key business hub of the world's foremost power. Seat of the UN, Cultural and Social Importance, History, Industrial Powerhouse, Landmarks Galore, Diverse beyond belief. Hip, Fresh, Liberal and Tough. Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, Empire State Building, Grand Central Terminal, Central Park. New York's first skyscrapers were once the symbol of American growth and strength. New York's ports once attracted the greatest minds from European nations. Its promise of opportunity, freedom and riches attracted peasants and princes alike. Its buildings are a kaleidoscope of the world, with ghettos and neighborhoods each showcasing a bountiful history of immigrants. New York is a city that doesn't aspire to be Paris, or London. It never wanted to be Saint Petersburg. New York scoffs at imperial pomp and political braggadocio. New York is the cool kid on the block; hardworking, rough, proud and determined. Sorry London, New York is king of the world.


#8-10:
Vienna (#8): Yeah, Vienna. A small metropolis with 2.5 million people. It's the capital of a country of 8 million. It's a calm city on the surface. It seems like one of those cities your grandparents want to visit to learn the craft of effective German chicken dancing. But Vienna is much more. Vienna is a small treasure chest. Behind a quiet veneer lies a city with a wonderful history. Vienna at one point was the most powerful Imperial Capitals. It was the seat of countless Hapsburgs and until 1914 was the center of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This is evident in its buildings. Vienna is full of intricate museums and galleries. Church steeples convey the opulent grandeur of this gorgeous city. The gilded buildings and pastel palaces only give a small glimpse into the royal power this city once had. And now Vienna is on an upswing. Its clubs and bars strive to beat Berlin's. Its scientists and educated population are the envy of many other nations. Its monuments and architectural wonders delight tourists and the city has the kind and friendly nature that Paris could never even fake. Vienna is a place where you can drink a beer in the morning, gaze at priceless paintings at noon, snooze at a large park for the afternoon, listen to the world's best orchestra at night and party till sunrise in a seedy club full of hipsters, druggies, and trannies. It's both gritty and eloquent. It's monumental and shy. It's a grandma's paradise and her son's paradise as well. It's just as risqué as Amsterdam, just as grand as Berlin, it's just as beautiful as Venice. Vienna is Central Europe's premier city. Prague is Disneyland these days. Berlin is buzzing but lacks a certain air of wonder about it. Vienna has turds more beautiful than Bratislava and Budapest is the ugly stepsister.

Istanbul (#9): The place where the west meets the east, you know the usual. But Istanbul is much more than just the crossroads it's usually stereotyped as. Istanbul, and its previous incarnations, has been a city that seems more fitting in a mythical fable. A city that one point trumped Rome and commanded a vast number of Muslim peoples deserves no small praise. Istanbul is a cultural gem. From the turquoise hue of the Bosporus to the bedazzling minarets of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul is the Muslim world at its grandest. Mecca is a kitschy tourist hub compared to Istanbul, Cairo is a chaotic mess compared to Istanbul. Tehran has less glory than Gokcen International Airport. To ignore Istanbul while noting Rome is an injustice. Istanbul is more immerse, bigger, and has a better future coming than Rome. Istanbul's narrow alleys and rusty trams blend easily into its glorious palaces and watchtowers. Istanbul's high-rise construction trumps London's and rivals Moscow's. If Istanbul is the future of Islam, then it's time to convert.

Singapore (#10): Yes, Singapore. Singapore is a wonder. Singapore isn't as hectic as New York or London. It's smaller than Hong Kong. Tokyo has suburbs almost as big as Singapore. And at the same time Singapore has managed the impossible. It's a perfect city. Growth is inevitable, cleanliness is next to godliness, and democracy blends neatly with a strong state. Singapore is becoming the hub of Southeast Asia, with its potential 600 million persons strong market. Singapore's ports see more goods than even the busiest in Europe and America. Its people are a peaceful mix of Chinese, Malays and Indians. Its architecture a neat blend of colonial and modern and Eastern. Its malls and gleaming skyscrapers demand attention and at night the city looks like a glistening gem. That's why Britain at one point almost gave priority to defending Singapore from the Japanese over assaulting the Germans. Singapore is a successful paradox, and the future for this city-state never looked so good.

11-20 (in no order):
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bangkok, Thailand
Barcelona, Spain
Berlin, Germany
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Jerusalem, Israel/Palestine
Moscow, Russia
San Francisco, USA
Sydney, Australia
Venice, Italy

[Manitopiaaa]

Originally Posted by Marcanadian

In no order:

London
New York City
Paris
Hong Kong
Tokyo
Rio de Janeiro
Venice

Great List

[NordikNerd]

Originally Posted by Manitopiaaa

Rome: It has more history than New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo in its pinky. ,

Good point

[dj4life]

Originally Posted by CarltonHill

I would also consider Stockholm, Sweden...

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Agree!

Source: http://www.sweden.se

Merry Christmas!

[emrearas]

i think a bit after my previous 7 .. and need to change it . not only the architecure of the cities but i also consider the unique things of the cities making them wonders. its not the most beautiful or the best city live but humanitys wonders...

no order...

Istanbul... The Persian name was Dersaadet—Door to the Ultimate Happiness. The Greeks called it Teofilaktos—City Guarded by God; the Romans, Nuova Roma—New Rome; the Arabs, Farrouk—City Separating Two Continents; and the Ottoman Turks, Ummti-diinya—Mother of the World. Now, and since 1923 when the Turkish Republic formally renamed it, it is called Istanbul, meaning just The City—as though there were none other to compare.



Rome...Rome: The Eternal City…and for those who have visited her, unquestionably the most magnificent city in the world. Like the memory of a lost love, she will haunt you, stealing your senses one by one and hastening your return. For those who have not yet experienced her magic, the thrill awaits…



Rio...Geography and Climate: Rio de Janeiro, a cidade maravilhosa, is just that - one of the world's most marvellous cities, a marvelous city. Sandwiched between the South Atlantic surf and the dramatic mountains of the Costa Verde, Rio is blessed with a stunning setting.



NYC... architectural beauty--Manhattan's stunning skyline, historic buildings contrasted by modern structures.. Babylon of our age..and the peak of american dream




Paris..city of lights, lovers... french revolution.. Liberté, égalité, fraternité, opening a new age in human history french cuisine and macarons are extra



Jerusalem...Jerusalem - a city that exists for more than three thousand years. On ancient maps Jerusalem depicted as the center of the world. It is a sacred city for devotees of three great world religions



St. Petersburg...If you are museum type, it is your mecca.. russian revolution a new metropolis build with extra beauty, russian empire and the revolution the first steps of USSR and dividing the world into 2.. ( i cnfused moscow or St petersburg but Hermitage makes me choose St. )



and + these London, Sana'a of Yemen, Moscow, Tokyo,Beijing and Mecca

[Sarcasticity]

I forgot Jerusalem It's really hard to pick just 7. Europe alone, I can name almost 10 worthy of being in the list

[sebvill]

Too many amazing cities that is hard to decide.

For so many different reasons

Latin America

Valparaiso
Buenos Aires
Rio de Janeiro
Salvador de Bahia
Ouro Preto
Cusco
Lima
Quito
Bogota
Mexico City
Merida

North America

San Francisco
New York
Chicago
New Orleans
Boston
Vancouver
Montreal

Europe

Lisbon
Toledo
Barcelona
Sevilla
Paris
Lyon
London
Amsterdam
Berlin
Munich
Geneva
Rome
Venice
Naples
Stockholm
Warsaw
Prague
Budapest
Saint Petersburg
Istambul

Africa

Marrakesh
Cairo
Alexandria
Oran
Cape Town

Middle East

Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Jerusalem
Beirut
Damascus
Teheran

Asia

Mumbai
Lhasa
Beijing
Shangai
Seoul
Tokyo
Hong Kong
Singapore
Bangkok
Kuala Lumpur

Oceania

Sydney
Melbourne
Auckland

[CarltonHill]

nice list!

ASIA
Beijing, China
Bangkok, Thailand
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Manila, Philippines
Mumbai, India
Tokyo, Japan
Jerusalem, Israel
Taipei, Taiwan
Hong Kong, China
Seoul, South Korea
Jakarta, Indonesia
Saigon, Vietnam
Dubai, UAE
Tehran, Iran

EUROPE
Stockholm, Sweden
Roma, Italia
Madrid, Espanya
Barcelona, Espanya
Paris, France
Prague, Czech Rep.
Antwerp, Belgium
Brussels, Belgium
London, UK
Munich, Germany
Athens, Greece
Budapest, Hungary
Vienna, Austria
Lisbon, Portugal

NORTH & SOUTH AMERICA
Vancouver, Canada
Toronto, Canada
New York, USA
Chicago, USA
Cartagena, Colombia
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Santiago, Chile

OZ
Sydney, Australia
Auckland, NZ

AFRICA
Cairo, Egypt
Marrakesh, Morocco

green means cities with more potential than the others (in my opinion)