As we make our way through the third quarter of 2021, several countries across the globe have been slowly reopening their borders to travellers again. And under the weight of COVID-19, some of these places have learned to adapt and cope with the ongoing pandemic - a defining factor for the Economist’s Intelligence Unit (EIU) when it came to ranking the world's most liveable cities. Check out their annual Global Liveability Index on the top ten cities in 2021 below!

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Best Cities In The World To Live 2021

Auckland, New Zealand

Ranked at number one is Auckland, New Zealand's most populous city known for its beautiful west-coast surf beaches and dreamy islands on the Hauraki Gulf. On top of its wildly breathtaking landscapes, it's also a multi-cultural hub where you'll find plenty of delicious halal food, art galleries and family-friendly attractions.

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Osaka, Japan

Recognized as the third largest city in Japan, Osaka comes in at number two on the list. It is home to the Osaka Castle, Universal Studios, the bustling food mecca of Dotonbori and a tantalizing array of halal Japanese cuisine.

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Check out what other cities made the list ?

Six of the top ten cities in our Liveability Index rankings come from Australia or New Zealand. Discover why they performed so well in this year’s Index https://t.co/bgLsNdlaJy pic.twitter.com/fH4Wl5OQ62
— The Economist Intelligence Unit (@TheEIU) June 9, 2021