Published 14:52 IST, November 4th 2019
Top four cities with clean air and scenic views for your next holiday
Cities with pure air are not too hard to find. There are many cities one can live in to be safe and stay far away from polluted air. Read more to know.
A health emergency was recently declared in Delhi, the capital of India, as the pollution in the city caused extreme health-related problems among residents. Many people are searching for a cleaner city with better breathing conditions to reside in the world. Here are some of the cleanest and least polluted cities in the world that one can safely reside in and breathe safe air.
REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND
Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland and the largest city in the country. According to Architectural Digest, Reykjavik is one of the cleanest cities in the world. The city works towards finding alternative energy sources to eliminate pollution and make the air breathable. Reportedly, in some parts of Reykjavik, the natural water is so clean that people drink it without requiring to purify it. The city is beautiful, and it is famous for aquatic activities. If a person is looking for shifting to a clean and pollution-free city, then the capital of Iceland is a perfect choice.
HONOLULU, HAWAII
Honolulu is a major tourist destination and also the capital of Hawaii. It is a perfect destination to enjoy the natural beauty of the islands and the many beaches. People who live in this city not only enjoy nature's beauty but also the company of beautiful exotic animals. Honolulu is known for water surfing and other water sports. Honolulu is one of the cities in the US with the cleanest air. It has the least amount of air pollution in the country, as reported by the Pacific Business Journal.
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND
Wellington is considered to be one of the windiest cities in the world. It is the capital of New Zealand and one of the most glorious places to visit in the country if a person wants to feel the clean breezes touching their faces. Wellington was declared to be one of the cities in the world with the cleanest air.
HAMBURG, GERMANY
Hamburg is a major port city of the country which constitutes one of the largest parkland areas. Germany has recently allocated more than 500 million euros to sponsor and support the Clean Air Initiative. Hamburg was one of the first cities in Germany that banned diesel fuel engines to cut down on air pollution. As per the efforts taken by Hamburg, it makes this city trustworthy and safe to reside in.
Updated 22:19 IST, November 4th 2019