The Gràcia neighborhood celebrates its traditional summer festivals.
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Time Out surveyed 27,000 residents of cities around the world to compile its list of the coolest neighborhoods (in English, attractive or fashionable) in 2021.
In this new index, the magazine not only took into account its priorities from previous years - food, drink, nightlife and culture - to arrive at its list of the 49 coolest neighborhoods, but decided to go more there this time.
By 2021, Time Out said that "community spirit, resilience, sustainability [are] just as important, especially if we're going to come out of this pandemic with things we can be proud of and tell the rest of the world about."
Time Out chose the coolest neighborhood in the world in 2021
And although the first on the list are in Copenhagen, Hong Kong, Dakar and Budapest, six remain in Latin America and two in Spain.
We tell you what they are.
Downtown, Medellin
Center of Medellin.
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"This year, after having emerged from intensive renovation, the center (also known as La Candelaria) has become a haven of leafy boulevards, bike lanes, community-run 'pocket parks', with hundreds of trees new planted, "says Time Out.
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The magazine recommends visitors "the perfect day", having a traditional hot breakfast near Plaza Botero, then taking a walk to see the sculptures, walking along Avenida La Playa, among other plans.
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Centro, Mexico City
Downtown Mexico City.
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"Why is downtown the coolest neighborhood in CDMX in 2021?" Asks TimeOut.
The answer is varied: "the museums joined forces and launched Contigo en la Distancia: a page where they shared virtual reality tours", "LGBTQ + bars such as the Marrakesh Hall turned their previously crowded spaces into kitchens", and, in general, into In the midst of the pandemic, you can now enjoy the center without being overcrowded.
The perfect day includes pozole, quesadillas, the Palacio de Bellas Artes, museums and La Purísima, one of the most famous LGBTQ + bars in the city.
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Gràcia, Barcelona
The Gràcia neighborhood celebrates its traditional summer festivals.
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"Forget about supermarkets and shopping centers: this is the area of independent bookstores, designer boutiques, restaurants, theaters and live music venues": this is how the magazine describes the Gràcia neighborhood, one of the most traditional in Barcelona.
Time Out recommends going to specialty coffee shops, touring galleries and exhibition spaces, as well as shopping for independent producers.
Saúde, Rio de Janeiro
In the Saúde neighborhood, on the Rio de Janeiro beach, Time Out recommends admiring the view from Morro da Conceição, eating an Afro-Brazilian lunch and drinking capirinhas.
"Visitors will discover charming old bars, beautiful Portuguese architecture and fascinating places like Pedra do Sal, whose history intertwines slavery, African heritage and samba," says the magazine.
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Barranco, Lima
Aerial view of Barranco, in Lima, Peru.
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"With its 19th century palaces, murals, palm trees, cevicherías, cocktail bars, street markets and art galleries, Barranco is easily the most bohemian neighborhood in Lima (also the coolest at the moment)," says Time Out.
Highlight its cliff views of the Pacific Ocean, bike lanes, and typical - and delicious - Peruvian food.
Chamberí, Madrid
TimeOut is categorical about the coolest neighborhood in the capital of Spain: "Few neighborhoods capture the eclectic spirit of Madrid like Chamberí."
"Homey but central, crossed by wide avenues and charming alleys, and endless museums, concert halls and excellent sports facilities, Chamberí has emerged from the pandemic in all its splendor," he adds.
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World's Coolest Neighborhoods: Time Out surveyed city residents around the world to build its list of the World's Coolest Neighborhoods.
Richmond, Melbourne, Australia, ranks No. 10. Credits: Daniel Pockett / Getty Images
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Nørrebro, Copenhagen, Denmark: The coolest neighborhood in the world for 2021, according to Time Out is Copenhagen's Nørrebro district, praised by Time Out for being a "dazzling mix of historic landmarks, ultra-modern architecture, and food and drink venues for you to this famous gourmet city is proud. "
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Sai Kung, Hong Kong: Hong Kong's Sai Kung neighborhood was ranked No. 9 by Time Out for its "idyllic beaches, scenic hiking trails and well-preserved country parks."
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Ngor, Dakar, Senegal - Ngor's beach scene earned him a spot in Time Out's top 10.
In the photo: The beach of the village of Ngor in Dakar in March 2020. Credits: John Wessels / AFP / Getty Images
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District XI, Budapest, Hungary: Time Out recognized this Budapest district for its innovative repurposed spaces, as well as Gellert Hill, the view of which is seen here.
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Chelsea, New York, USA: This Manhattan neighborhood was highlighted by Time Out for its "green spaces, sustainability and community development."
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Station District, Vilnius, Lithuania: Vilnius's artsy Station District is known for its street art, which includes this statue of Tony Soprano.
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Leith, Edinburgh - At number four, Leith, Edinburgh, is an industrial center that has been reborn in recent years, now home to a lively arts scene and great restaurants.
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Jongno 3-ga, Seoul, South Korea: Time Out called this Seoul district "historic, eccentric, and very unpretentious."
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Andersonville, Chicago, USA: Time Out ranked Andersonville the second coolest neighborhood in the world thanks to its thriving LGBTQ + nightlife, as well as its beaches and green spaces.
Credit: Jamie Kelter Davis / Time Out
Downtown, Oaxaca
"Mountains, mezcal and memelas: the magical trio that firmly keeps Oaxaca in the race as one of our favorite cities in the world," says TimeOut, highlighting that in the historic center you can find "a vibrant community of artists and a disproportionate amount of talented chefs. "
The perfect day in Oaxaca according to Time Out includes visiting the Sánchez Pascuas Market, eating fresh fruit tacos, enjoying panoramic views and cultural spaces from independent bookstores.
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El Arrayán, Santiago
In Arrayán, Time Out recommends having "the perfect day" going up Cerro Pochoco, walking near the Mapocho River, eating in fusion food restaurants, and trying the typical Chilean empanadas.
The magazine describes this neighborhood of the capital of Chile as an "enclave bordered by mountains is where Santiago stops and the Cordillera de los Andes begins."
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