Hanoi is among the 5 happiest cities in Asia: a reason to celebrate!

Hanoi is among the 5 happiest cities in Asia: a reason to celebrate!

In an impressive quality of life survey conducted by Time Out, Chiang Mai has a remarkable ranking as a popular destination for locals and travelers. According to the results, the city ranks fourth among the happiest cities in Asia. Over 18,000 city dwellers rated their satisfaction with lifestyle, community and environment, and 88% of respondents in Chiang Mai were positive about their city. In the ranking, Chiang Mai is only behind the metropolises of Mumbai, Beijing and Shanghai, which each occupy the first three places.

What makes Chiang Mai so special? According to those surveyed, the coziness of the city, the friendly atmosphere and the breathtaking nature play a major role. The city has made a name for itself, not only as the cultural center of Thailand, but also as a place where quality of life is very important. This year, Chiang Mai and Hanoi share fourth and fifth place, with Hanoi slightly ahead in specific indices such as empirical optimism and enjoyment of everyday experiences. But both Chiang Mai and Hanoi benefit from high life satisfaction among their residents.

The Top 10 Happy Cities in Asia

• Mumbai (Indien)
• Peking (China)
• Shanghai (China)
• Chiang Mai (Thailand)
• Hanoi (Vietnam)
• Jakarta (Indonesien)
• Hongkong
• Bangkok (Thailand)
• Singapur
• Seoul (Südkorea)

The high level of satisfaction in Mumbai is particularly highlighted, where 94% of respondents say their city brings joy. Beijing and Shanghai follow closely behind with 93% and 92% satisfaction. These cities are characterized by their dynamic atmosphere, which shapes the lives of their residents. In comparison, Chiang Mai exudes a different, leisurely way of life that seems to delight many.

Happiness factors in Chiang Mai and Hanoi

The survey also shows differences in perceptions of quality of life between Chiang Mai and Hanoi. While both cities are perceived as happy by 88% of their residents, Hanoi stands out in the “positive people” and “enjoyment in everyday experiences” category. These findings provide interesting insights into urban life and social structures in these regions.

In a global context, the happiest cities in the world in 2025 occupy less surprising places, as the ten happiest cities in the world include exciting metropolises such as Abu Dhabi, Medellín and Cape Town. These rankings, both at Asian and global levels, create an interesting perspective on what people find worth living.

In summary, Chiang Mai and Hanoi continue to rise in the list of happy cities. It will be exciting to see whether they can reach even higher places in the future as the living environment in these Asian cities continues to thrive. After all, it is the people who shape the attitude to life through their optimism and sense of community - and that is invaluable.

For more details on this exciting survey and the results, visit the reports from Vietnam.vn, Time out and Factastic.