ZHAGANACHINAZHAGANACHINAZHAGANACHINA ZHAGANA CHINA 2023 Contact Zhagana,CHINA Zhagana Village, nestled in the heart of China’s Gansu Province, is situated amidst stunning glacial landforms. It is renowned for its pristine environment, characterised by ancient glacial relics and a wealth of plant resources. The village is nestled within a landscape boasting ice ditches, U-shaped valleys, sheepback rocks, whaleback…
MorcoteSWITZERLANDMorcoteSWITZERLANDMorcoteSWITZERLAND MORCOTE SWITZERLAND 2023 Contact Morcote, Ticino, Lugano, Switzerland.visitmorcote.ch/benvenuti Morcote, steeped in a historical narrative stretching across millions of years, has garnered UNESCO recognition for its diverse heritage, from dinosaurs to Neanderthals and beyond. Serving as a pivotal North-South hub for over a millennium, Morcote’s unique regulations, like the “Display Obligation Law,” have solidified its…
DashourEGYPTDashourEgyptDashourEGYPT DASHOUR EGYPT 2023 Contact Dahshour, Giza, Egypt Dashour village presents a traditional lifestyle where the livelihoods are based on crops and livestock farming. The rich natural and cultural heritage has remained largely hidden; however, the village has many key features which are attracting more and more tourists. Dashour has lush rural landscapes, seasonal marshland…
Manteigas PORTUGALManteigas PORTUGALManteigas PORTUGAL MANTEIGAS PORTUGAL 2023 Contact manteigas, Guarda, Centro, Portugal.manteigas.pt/ Manteigas, nestled in the heart of Portugal’s Serra da Estrela mountains, stands as a unique mountain village with a rich history deeply rooted in wool, shepherds’ culture, and a captivating mountain charisma. The region boasts a breathtaking landscape teeming with biodiversity and distinctive…
SentobUZBEKISTANSentobUZBEKISTANSentobUZBEKISTAN SENTOB UZBEKISTAN 2023 Contact Sentob, Nurota, Uzbekistan. Sentob is situated near the Aydarkol reservoir. The village is surrounded by natural parks, high mountains, and the Fazilman Lake, located 1650 meters above sea level. There are 701 households with a total of 2,024 residents living in the village. The village has developed tourism sustainably with…
Mosan REPUBLIC OF KOREAMosan REPUBLIC OF KOREAMosan REPUBLIC OF KOREA MOSAN REPUBLIC OF KOREA 2023 Contact Mosan, Dogok-myeon, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do, South Korea The old village of Mosan, with its history and culture is striving to build a sustainable community. The village’s cultural resources have helped to transform the village into a tourist destination. Mosan village…
Dongbaek REPUBLIC OF KOREADongbaek REPUBLIC OF KOREADongbaek REPUBLIC OF KOREA DONGBAEK REPUBLIC OF KOREA 2023 Contact Dongbaek, South of Jeju island, South Korea The Dongbaek Town Preservation and Research Council is incorporated to play an essential part in village businesses. It is not a farming association, but a non-profit that returns all profits to the…
Lerici ITALYLerici ITALYLerici ITALY LERICI ITALY 2023 Contact Lerici, La Spezia, Liguria, Italy.lerici.sp.it Nestled in the embrace of the Mediterranean Sea, Lerici emerges as an idyllic haven, seamlessly blending nature’s beauty, cultural richness, and a commitment to sustainable progress. This enchanting Italian Village, with its mild climate and lush hills, offers a welcoming sanctuary for…
BieiJAPANBieiJAPANBieiJAPAN BIEI JAPAN 2023 Contact Biei, Kamikawa Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan biei-hokkaido Nestled in the heart of Hokkaido, Japan, the charming village of Biei remains a well-kept secret, celebrated for its enchanting landscapes that beckon to photography enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. As a proud member of the Union of the Most Beautiful Villages in…
BarrancasCHILEBarrancasCHILEBarrancasCHILE Barrancas CHILE 2023 Contact Barrancas, Pichilemu, Cardenal Caro, Chilepichilemu.cl/ Nestled in the heart of Chile’s O’Higgins Region, Barrancas beckons adventurers to embark on an enchanting journey into its vibrant cultural heritage. This picturesque locale is renowned for its ancient salt flats, where sea salt is meticulously harvested using age-old techniques dating back to pre-Hispanic…