Colonia Americana, located in the city of Guadalajara in western Mexico, topped the list made by global media brand Time Out, where its eclectic mix of historic Art Deco mansions and warehouse music venues were the main reasons for choosing this neighborhood.
“Guadalajara is emerging as a must-see and Colonia Americana is the place to be right now,” Time Out Travel editor James Manning said in a statement. “It’s home to a boundary-pushing creative community, a growing number of incredible places to eat, and some of the best nightlife in the Western Hemisphere. And the street life is undeniable.”
In 9th place was Barrio Yungay in Santiago, Chile, a national heritage site for being the first planned neighborhood in the Chilean capital, which has had a sharp reputation in recent years.
“Yungay has become a magnet for young and trendy people: even the millennial president of Chile, Gabriel Boric, decided to move here in March 2022. In addition to the young prominent residents, working-class locals stroll alongside bohemian creatives along attractive boulevards such as Lavaud. with a diverse range of baroque, Bauhaus and art deco facades,” announced Time Out in the official presentation of the neighborhoods on its website.
Yungay is also home to several museums and the famous Quinta Normal park, surrounded by restaurants offering local and international cuisine.
Time Out’s list is the result of an extensive survey in which thousands of people from around the world were asked about their favorite places in their city. Time Out editors also contributed their local expertise to create the ultimate guide, highlighting 51 of the world’s most beautiful neighbourhoods. The Top 20 are “simply, amazing places to be right now,” the brand said.
Time Out’s full Top 10 for 2022 is:
1. American Colony – Guadalajara, Mexico.
2. Cais do Sodré – Lisbon, Portugal
3. Wat Bo Village – Siem Reap, Cambodia
4. Ridgewood – New York City, USA
5. Mile End – Montreal, Canada
6. Barrio Logan – San Diego, USA
7. Shimokitazawa – Tokyo, Japan
8. Cliftonville – Margate, UK
9. Yungay neighborhood – Santiago, Chile
10. Cours Julien – Marseille, France
