10 Happiest Countries To Live in the World. Happiness is a difficult thing to measure,
but one initiative at the United Nations has been trying to figure it out. Every year,
the U.N. Sustainable Development Solutions Network publishes its World Happiness Report.
A study that examines the connections between happiness and development, all while encouraging
policymakers to place more of an emphasis on the former. Around 1,000 people in each U.N.
member state rate their quality of life on a scale from 0 to 10, while researchers collect
data from six areas, that is GDP per capita, life expectancy, social support, trust and corruption,
perceived freedom to make life decisions, and generosity. The World Happiness Report
2021 was released recently, and while the results follow previous trends, the list is a little more
interesting amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The report paid special attention to evaluate how different
governments have dealt with the pandemic, and how trust in said governments is directly related to
overall happiness. Even though the top 10 list has remained virtually the same year over year,
we still recommend checking out the full list below. Who knows? Maybe reading about these
places will put a smile on your face today. Grace Media welcomes you. Put on your seat
belts on as we journey through the 10 happiest countries to live in the world.
10. Austria. Austria made the cut this year with
high scores in life expectancy and GDP per capita. One main takeaway from the institute's continuing
research is that if you want to be happy, the first step is to stop stressing about how happy
you are and go for a bike ride. Biking is one of our favorite ways to get around Austria,
so we suspect riding might help out with happiness rankings. The cost of living in
Austria varies from city to city but, on the whole, accommodation can be expensive. This is
especially true if you want to buy property. Most practicalities, like grocery shopping, are simple
and there is a range of supermarkets, including Spar—which has five different stores—Lidl, Merkur,
and others. Communications in Austria are well-developed and there are several internet and
telephone service options to choose from. Driving and public transportation is also relatively easy
to access and roads are well-maintained, providing a generally comfortable and safe experience.
There are buses and trams in the major cities, and Vienna even has a metro. Always remember
to purchase your tickets before traveling as you may need to validate your ticket before departure.
Cyclists will also enjoy Austria for the high-quality roads and some of the most amazing
scenery in the world. While living in Austria, you can build a happy life as the locals are
hospitable and show concern to everyone around especially immigrants.
9. New Zealand. New Zealand's number nine ranking is only more
impressive when you consider that it's the only non-European nation to make it onto the 2021 World
Happiness Report's top 10 list. The island country in Oceania, the coast of Austral is made up of two
main swaths of land; the North Island and the South Island, and more than 700 smaller islands.
The country slid slightly from number eight in 2020 to its current place at
number nine, but it remains a strong contender in the field of happiness year after year, thanks to
its strong social support system and low feelings of dystopia. Living a happy life
is a choice. If you want to live in happiness, New Zealand is definitely the place for you.
8. Norway.
Not to be left off this Scandinavian-dominated ranking, Norway comes in at number eight in
2021. The ranking marks a slight slip from its number five placement in 2020 and number
three ranking in 2019, but it confirms the country's stellar overall showing on the World
Happiness Report. The coastal nation, which borders Sweden, is known as the land of the
Vikings, with a landscape that includes fjords, mountains, and giant glaciers.
7. Germany. Germany climbed
from number 17 in 2020 to seven in 2021, getting the country into the report's
coveted top 10 ranking. The relatively large European country shares borders with a handful
of World Happiness Report notables, including Denmark, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.
6. Sweden. Joining its fellow Scandinavian nations with a
high happiness ranking is Sweden, a country that's rich in coastal islands, glaciated mountains, and
vast forests and lakes. While Sweden's population is most dense in the capital of Stockholm and
major cities of Gothenburg and Malmö, the country provides its citizens with
access to nature, a high life expectancy, strong social support, and life freedom, among other
qualities. 5. Netherlands.
This European nation is found along the continent's northwestern coast.
A favorite with tourists, the country's capital city of Amsterdam is known for its canals,
bike-friendly streets, museums, and the house where Anne Frank hid during World War II.
In addition to attracting an impressive number of visitors year after year, the country is home
to some very happy locals, giving it a spot at number five on the 2021 World Happiness Report.
4. Switzerland. Breaking the stream of Nordic and
Scandinavian countries is Switzerland a small nation that's tucked between France, Germany,
Austria, and Italy. With a setting that's smack dab in the middle of some of the world's most
beautiful mountains, Switzerland is home to quaint alpine villages, beautiful lakes, ski resorts,
hiking trails, and a world-renowned watch and chocolate industry. Among other factors,
the country boasts a steady, high GDP, which offers its inhabitants financial security.
3. Denmark.
Bridging the gap between the Scandinavian countries of Norway and Sweden and mainland
Europe is this water-rich nation with numerous islands, the iconic Nyhavn harbor, and the
beautiful capital city of Copenhagen. The country dropped from number two in 2020 to three in 2021,
but it remains consistent in its place within the top five happiest countries in the world
for many years running. 2. Iceland.
This Nordic Island nation is loved by travelers for its dramatic landscape
filled with hot spring volcanoes, geysers, and stunning coastal waterfalls. But while Iceland
has been a popular destination among tourists in recent years, those who live here year-round
enjoy a quality of life that puts them at number two in the World Happiness Report.
1.Finland. Finland may have cold, dark winters,
but the northern lifestyle clearly suits its citizens who have helped put the country at the
top of the World Happiness Report for the third consecutive year, as they were fifth in 2017.
With a score of 7.889, Finland has once again set the tone for other
nations when it comes to factors like social support, a healthy life expectancy, freedom,
perceptions of corruption, and dystopia. As a country, Finland offers its inhabitants and
visitors access to the water, vast wilderness with national parks and ski resorts and the
country's iconic landlap region — home to the Sami people, reindeer, and the northern lights.
Happiness is an emotion which expresses a happy, joyous moment. It signifies wellbeing. All these
countries mentioned above are known for making residents live a happy life. So if you want to
live a happy life, visit any of these countries and get the experience that you want. If you loved
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