The number of people living in cities worldwide has grown dramatically.
More than 80% of the world's population now lives in towns and cities, according to a United Nations report — and this figure is set to rise further, with many considering a move to urban areas due to their perceived convenience, superior infrastructure and opportunities.
Copenhagen, Lisbon, and Vienna are considered to be the most liveable European cities in the world, according to Monocle's 2026 Quality of Life survey.
Liveability is a measure of a city's quality of life that can be defined by subjective and objective criteria.
Out of 75 cities analysed, 13 European cities make the world's top 20 most exciting and interesting places to live.
