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
