Top Ten Cities for 2013

Lonely Planet has released this week their Top Ten cities to visit in 2013. And somewhat surprising Addis Ababa has sneaked in at Number 9.

Here is what is says:-

Best for: culture, food and  value for money

"Like the Ethiopian marathon runners, Addis (often shortened to plain ‘Addis’) is evolving at a fast pace. The fact that the country’s economic growth should reach almost 5% in 2013 helps create a feeling of confidence and stamina. Founded little more than a century ago, Addis Ababa, which in Amharic means ‘New Flower’, is not only the diplomatic capital of Africa and a thriving metropolis, but also a groovy city that takes pride in its multifaceted assets".

The full list is as follows:-

1. San Francisco
2. Amsterdam
3. Hyderabad 
4. Derry
5. Beijing
6. Christchurch
7. Hobart
8. Montreal
9. Addis Ababa
10. Peurto Iguazu

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