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30 of the smallest cities in the world
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Bronkhorst, The Netherlands
The tiny Dutch settlement might have a population of not much more than 150, but Bronkhorst is technically a city. Thought to have been settled since around the 7th century, Bronkhurst was granted city status in the 1400s, although a walking tour of the 'city' would take just a few minutes.
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos (British Overseas Territory)
A town in name only, Cockburn Town is capital of the Turks and Caicos archipelago, a British Overseas Territory that lies between the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. The seat of government for the islands since 1766, Cockburn Town has a population of less than 3,750.
Fagernes, Norway
With a population of less than 2,000, Fagernes in south-central Norway is rightly proud of the city status it gained in 2007. A popular starting point for outdoor types setting off to explore the region's skiing and cycling opportunities, Fagernes was declared a city by the local authorities to coincide with its 150th anniversary.
Eisenstdadt, Austria
The capital of the Austrian state of Burgenland, scenic Eisenstadt has a population of less than 15,000. The small-but-perfectly-formed city attracts hordes of music-loving tourists, owing to the fact that composer Joseph Haydn lived here in the 18th century, and is buried in the ornate hillside church.
Montpelier, USA
The smallest state capital in the United States, Montpelier in Vermont has a population of around 8,000. It's a picturesque spot filled with handsome 1800s architecture, and earned its capital status in 1805 on account of its central location and good road and rail potential.
Miranda do Douro, Portugal
Overlooking the Douro River in the heart of Portuguese wine country, Miranda do Douro is a fortified city whose population barely passes 2,000 people. The Catholic authorities established a diocese here in 1545, and the 17th-century cathedral remains an attraction.
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Kuressaare, Estonia
A small city with a storied history, Kurassaare was known as Kingissepa during the Soviet era, and became a city under Danish rule in 1563. Today, it's known for its spas and mineral water—the World Health Organization actually named it a Healthy City in 1998.
Victoria, Seychelles
It might be the largest and most populous settlement in the picturesque Seychelles archipelago in the Indian Ocean, but Victoria is still one of the smallest capital cities in the world. It’s situated on the north-eastern side of Mahé, the archipelago's main island, and, with around 26,500 inhabitants, is home to roughly a third of the Seychelles' population.
Saint Peter Port, Guernsey (Channel Islands)
British Crown Dependencies off the coast of France, the islands of Jersey and Guernsey are scenic, sedate places to call home. Guernsey's capital, Saint Peter Port, has a population of around 17,000, and is the closest the islands get to a bustling metropolis.
Kilkenny, Ireland
The medieval city of Kilkenny in southeast Ireland is a small city that packs a punch in terms of grand buildings of religious and historical importance. The population of around 27,000 is boosted each year by tourists visiting the city's castle, cathedral, and well-preserved churches and monasteries.Similar threads
