Iceland has managed to top its previous acclaim in 2006 for being the ‘happiest place to live’ and has now been voted by the UN as being the ‘best country to live in’ and taken over the number one spot that Norway held for 6 years!
Now you may be asking yourself, why is Iceland the ‘best country to live in’, well read on and you’ll soon see why.
Iceland has something for everyone and the capital city Reykjavik with a population of 200,000 inhabitants is probably one of safest 
and cleanest cities in the world. The country has pollution-free air and water and it is unique in the sense that 72% of all energy used is renewable, clean and relatively inexpensive. Icelanders have a long life expectancy too due this clean and healthy environment which is enhanced by outdoor heated pools. Yes, you read that right. Research has shown that swimming outdoors in thermal, hot water, whilst at the same time breathing in clean, fresh air has a positive effect on the heart and respiratory system and with the numerous outdoor pools in Iceland, you'll never be far from this beneficial source. The cuisine plays a positive role in Icelandic lives too. Pure and natural Icelandic ingredients are used in the cooking and even the meat and dairy products are free from additives and growth hormones.
So, can you now see why Iceland has been voted the best country to live in? Perhaps go and see for yourself but be warned you may never want to leave!
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