The world's costliest cities for expats! Are any Indian?

An annual cost of living survey has come up with the most expensive cities for expatriates. Eight of the top ten are in Asia!

HONG KONG: A strong demand for quality accommodation in locations popular with expat communities has put Hong Kong on top. IN PIC: Hong Kong skyline 

TOKYO: The Japanese city came second like in last year's survey. IN PIC: Tokyo Tower (File| AP)

SINGAPORE: The island city moved up one spot compared to last year's survey. IN PIC: Half-Fish and Half-Lion, Singapore's Merlion is an iconic destination. (Photo |AFP)

SEOUL: Like other Asian cities, the South Korean capital attracted a lot of foreign investment which helped it drive demand for high quality goods, services and accommodation. IN PIC: N Seoul Tower

ZURICH: The only European city to make it to the top 10, Zurich saw a drop in the rankings as the local currency weakened against the dollar. IN PIC: Grossmunster Church Tower in Zurich

SHANGHAI: The Chinese city, which is very modern, crowded and full of life, has leapt up by one place to sixth position. IN PIC: A view of the Shanghai skyline

ASHGABAT: The Central Asian city, which is the biggest climber, leapt to seventh place due to a scarcity of currency and imported goods driving up prices. IN PIC: Ashgabat Wedding Palace

BEIJING: The Chinese capital was awarded the dubious distinction of being the most unaffordable city in the world for housing a few years ago. IN PIC| Beijing Temple of Heaven

NEW YORK: Several cities in the United States climbed in the rankings due to the dollar’s strength. New York jumped four places to break into the top 10. IN PIC: Manhattan skyline in New York

SHENZHEN: The third Chinese city to be among the top 10, Shenzhen has a bigger economy than Singapore and Hong Kong. IN PIC: Shenzhen Bay Bridge which connects Hong Kong to mainland China

MUMBAI: The 'Maximum City' was India's costliest for expats, coming in at number 67 after cities like Dubai, London, Moscow and Chicago. IN PIC: An aerial view of the Gateway of India as monsoon starts in South Mumbai. (File photo| PTI)

NEW DELHI: The Indian capital was 18 points short of making it to the top 100. IN PIC: An aerial view of Connaught Place in New Delhi