10 most dangerous cities
Compiling a list of the most dangerous cities in the world is not so easy, because from year to year the situation in this regard changes a lot. Some time ago, for example, Chicago was (and still is) considered one of the criminal capitals of the world. But that's only because Chicago has a rich criminal history and some of its residents are prone to violence, and there are plenty of other cities in the world that are best avoided. These cities would scare even the most daring superhero team, and in them even the Expendables would not be able to sit quietly in the park. Well, let's take a look at the most dangerous cities in the world - virtually, of course!
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This city ranks first on our list because the crime rate here is very high - every year there are 169 violent deaths per 100,000 people. Despite the abundance of tourist attractions, Honduras is a dangerous country, and San Pedro Sula is a city where it will be safe to be around only a Terminator guide.
2. Ciudad Juarez, Mexico
The popular belief that tourists should only visit Mexico if they have a gun permit and excellent shooting skills is far from a Hollywood movie myth. No cultural values, rich history and beautiful scenery can compare with the danger and violence that Mexico has been mired in recent years. Ciudad Juarez makes the list of the most dangerous cities in the world regularly, because the drug trade and the wars between dealers do not leave the main news pages.
3. Maceio, Brazil
For many years, Rio de Janeiro bore the stigma of a dangerous city full of crime and terrible violence. Have you seen the movie "City of God"? Have you heard of Brazilian favelas? Well, the city of Maceio seems to be the peak of it all, because people there work as hitmen to make money.
4. Acapulco, Mexico
The beaches of Acapulco are some of the most popular and beautiful in the world. The irony is that despite all the beauty and popularity that this city is known for, Acapulco is still one of the most dangerous cities in the world. According to statistics, there are 28 violent deaths per 100,000 people.
5. Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Here you can find not only some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, luxurious tourist services, resorts that attract millions of people every year, but, unfortunately, there are armed attacks, thefts in broad daylight, attacks and rapes. And this is very sad, because this corner of the earth is considered one of the best results of the joint work of nature and man.
6. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Malaysia also boasts beautiful landscapes, culture and… a history of violence with far too many victims. Now the capital of the state is considered one of the most dangerous cities in the world - the crime rate has increased by 70% over the past three years. Previously, it was not calm here either, but now it seems that everything is only getting worse.
7. Johannesburg, South Africa
This South African city practically rivals New York in terms of infrastructure, economic development, tourism services and lifestyle. And yet, many agencies list this city as one of the most dangerous cities in the world. There is still shooting in the streets, and all sorts of horrors can happen in broad daylight.
8. Caracas, Venezuela
Let's go back to South America. Caracas is a playground for many drug cartels, gangs and street fights, wars and attacks. In some areas, it is generally scary to appear, and the city authorities openly warn residents about this.
9. Marrakech, Morocco
Morocco is a beautiful country, many go there to taste the aroma and smell of the East, learn about ancient traditions, see the desert and feel the magical atmosphere. However, Marrakesh is a very dangerous city, and even on the official government website, the authorities warn tourists to think carefully about their visit, as they may find themselves in dangerous situations.
10. New Orleans, USA
It's a pity that such a beautiful city ended up on the list of the 40 most dangerous cities in 2012, but, unfortunately, it was New Orleans that was the only city in the United States that was on the list.