Wacky Universe has gathered a list of the top 10 safest countries on earth. Which country would you live in? 7 - Switzerland – Located in Central Europe, Switzerland is well known for the beautiful and majestic Alps, however, most of its 8 million inhabitants live in the plains below. The country has a long history of promoting peace worldwide (it is the home of the Red Cross) and the Swiss are also known for their staunch commitment to remain neutral in times of conflict, like during World War II. In fact, the last time Switzerland was engaged in armed combat was in 1815! Switzerland has an elite banking industry and is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. It is often found at the top of the list of places with the highest quality of life in the world. It also ranks highly in several other categories, such as human development, economic competitiveness, and civil liberties. All of these qualities create a safe and welcoming environment for tourists and natives alike. Canada 6 – Canada - Canada is located in North America, and it is the second largest country in the world by total land mass. But despite its size, the Mounties do a good job of keeping everyone safe. They promote a “just society” and emphasize equality and inclusiveness for all its citizens. Multiculturalism also plays a big part in defining the country’s cultural mosaic. Canada has the 10th highest per capita income and claims the 9th spot on the Human Development index. It ranks 1st in education, economic freedom, quality of life, civil liberties and government transparency. 5. Austria – Home to music and Mozart, Austria is ranked pretty high on the list of safe countries. It’s known for its low crime rate and its peace among its neighbors. Austria has a low population, however tourism is rampant and makes up much of its economy. Its largest city is Vienna, which makes up 1.8 million of the country’s 8.6 million total population. The country is extremely clean and well maintained and its landscapes and views are breathtaking. 4 - Sweden - Sweden is located in Northern European and has a population of close to 10 million people. Despite its Viking ancestors, present-day Sweden is peaceful and calm. Its capital city of Stockholm is spread across 14 islands. Sweden is a constitutional monarchy with an extensive social welfare system that provides education and universal healthcare for its citizens. It ranks highly in quality of life, civil liberties, equality, prosperity, healthcare, education, and human development and has a very low crime rate. 3 – Finland - Finland is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe and actual shares a border with Russia. It is a republic and part of the European Union, with a population of 5.5 million people, and is actually the lowest populated country in the EU. Finland was one of the last countries to become industrialized, but when they did they developed an advanced economy which resulted in one of the highest incomes per capita in the world. This prosperity also enabled them to create a robust welfare system. Finland was also recently ranked the most stable country in the world, which has led to peace, stability, and safety. 2 – Norway – Norway is located in Northern Europe and is a Scandinavian country. It is a constitutional monarchy, with a population of just over 5 million people. A founding member of both NATO and the United Nations, it is not however part of the European Union. Thanks to an abundance of natural resources, like gas and oil, Norwegians have the 4th highest income per capita in the world. They also have a very comprehensive social security and welfare system which provides free healthcare and education to all of its citizens. Since 2001, Norway has also had the highest Human Development Index rating in the world 11 times. 1- Iceland - Iceland is a Nordic island country located in the North Atlantic, and with a population of almost 350,000 people, it is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world. Iceland has a dualistic nature with geothermal hot springs covered by large glaciers. However, they have managed to harness this power and as a result the country is nearly completely powered by renewable energy. Iceland’s low taxes and market based economy have made it one of the wealthiest and most advanced countries in the world. It is highly ranked in equality, and its economic, social, and political stability create a safe haven for Icelanders to prosper. Subscribe for weekly wacky videos and learn interesting facts about the world with awesome top 10 lists and other amazing videos.
