Nov 26, 2025

Have you visited any of these 8 villages?

Aanya Mehta

Bibury, England

Often called “the most beautiful village in England,” Bibury’s stone cottages and riverside charm feel like stepping into a period film.

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Chefchaouen, Morocco

The “Blue Pearl” of Morocco, known for its sky blue streets, handcrafted goods and serene mountain backdrop.

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Giethoorn, Netherlands

A peaceful, car free village where canals replace roads. Visitors travel by boat through serene waterways lined with thatched cottages.

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Hallstatt, Austria

A postcard perfect alpine village with crystal lakes, pastel houses and dramatic mountain scenery. Ideal for nature lovers and photographers.

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Hobbiton, New Zealand

A real-life movie village with lush green hills, round doors and magical landscapes that transport you into the world of Tolkien.

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Oia, Santorini, Greece

Famous for whitewashed homes, blue domes and jaw dropping sunsets, Oia is one of the world’s most romantic cliffside villages.

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Reine, Norway

A stunning fishing village in the Lofoten Islands, surrounded by icy fjords and dramatic peaks, perfect for Arctic adventure seekers.

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Shirakawa-go, Japan

Known for its traditional gasshostyle farmhouses, this snowy village feels like walking into a fairy tale from centuries past.

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