best of 5 cities to lives

you are looking for a city free of pollution and crime, and has public transport and good schools in the world?
Report of the level of quality of life compiled by human resources consulting firm, Mercer released, there are at least 5 cities in the world that can meet all of these up. Here's the list as reported cnbc.com.

1 Vienna, Austria
Vienna is a cultural, economic, and political situation in Austria. The country has the highest GDP per capita in the country, reaching 55 thousand dollars As. Vienna managed to transform old infrastructure into a modern residence. No wonder when in 2010, Vienna was awarded best city planning by the UN. Vienna is also the main goal of the conference and tour. At least this charming city annually 5 million tourists. Unfortunately, Vienna is not immune to Europe's crisis is happening right now.

2 Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich is known as the financial center of the world. The country is installing a low tax thus attracting many foreign companies to invest in the city. At least about 82 banks located in this city danmewakili approximately 85 percent of total banking assets in Switzerland. The city is also a well-known tourist destination, especially tour the lake and hills. Zurich also has an excellent education system.

3 Aucland, New Zealand

Aucland is a unique city which lies between the two ports with 11 volcanoes that have been dormant, surrounded by a number of islands. It makes Aucland a city with boat ownership in the world. Aucland accounted for 35 percent of New Zealand's GDP. The city is home to people educated in New Zealand. At least 37 percent of the population have a degree or higher education.

4 Munich, Germany

Munich is the third largest in Germany and one of the economic centers in the country. Munich is home to a number of large and well-known companies such as Siemens and Allianz world. The city is contributing about 30 percent of the total GDP of Germany. About 50 percent of residents in this city is a stranger.

5 Vancouver, Canada

Unlike many cities in Canada, Vancouver has warmer weather. Vancouver is also the most green city with the smallest carbon footprint in North America. The city is surrounded by water and snowy mountains. The city has the best infrastructure in the world. The city was was keen to promote the building, urban planning, and environmentally friendly technologies.

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Most Unique Christmas Traditions in the World

ONE of the most interesting things about travel is seeing the local customs. Especially for Christmas, there are some weird but wonderful ritual in the world. Here are some of them.

1. Krampus in Austria and Germany 
In contrast to the benevolent Santa Claus, Krampus is a creature who would punish the children at Christmas Day. In Bavaria, people would dress up as the Krampus and cause chaos on December 5. If you meet with one of Krampus, be sure to offer him a snack schnapps.

2. CagA Tio and Caganer, Spanish Catalonia 
CagA Tio is a hunk of wood with a face drawn. During two weeks in early December, timber is filled with a variety of snacks such as cakes and sweets. On Christmas Eve, a log is beaten until it came out just like the pup or defecate. Well, caganer more extreme, instead of wood menerupai even human figures are defecating. The government has actually been banned Barcelona habit since 2004, but local residents opposed it. Interestingly, there caganer shape variety and some even resemble celebrities.

3. Donald Duck, Sweden 
There are a few movies and TV shows are synonymous with Christmas, but in Sweden there is one film that they would not miss Christmas time. Families in Sweden would get together every Christmas Eve to watch the Disney Christmas special has aired on the same channel on December 24 since 1959.

4. Roller skating at the church, Caracas, Venezuela 
Christmas celebrations in the capital city of Venezuela began on December 16 with a morning mass (Misa de Aguinaldo). Of course there is nothing strange about attending Mass, but people usually choose to come with roller skates. The road was closed to traffic until 8 am, when the pilgrims return home.

5. Black Pit, The Netherlands 
Biggest culture shock is present in Amsterdam on December 5, when the men took to the streets with a black face. Black Pit will help Santa to hand out toys and candy to the good children, but bring these bad boys to go to Spain, where they may feel traumatized by CagA Tio ritual.

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