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Jinli Street, Chengdu, China -

Jinli Street, in Chengdu, China dates back some 1800 years. Its gorgeous lanterns and Qing Dynasty houses make one of the oldest shopping streets in Sichuan province quite unique.

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Lombard Street, San Francisco, USA -

This gorgeous winding path with eight turns is one of the city’s major attractions. Also known as the most crooked street in the world, Lombard St is definitely worth a visit.

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The Philosopher’s Walk, Kyoto, Japan -

This is the street to visit during the cherry blossom season. Named after Nishida Kitaro, a philosopher who meditated here every day, this picturesque street stretches for over 1 mile (1.6 km) along the canal.

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Aldama Street, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico -

This gorgeous colorful street with cobblestones can be found in San Miguel de Allende, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mexico.

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Arlington Row, Bibury, England -

Dating all the way back to 1380, these cottages were originally built as a monastic wool store and later converted into weavers houses. You can actually stay in a cottage at this idyllic location in the Cotswolds.

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Acorn Street, Boston, USA -

Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood is definitely worth a visit, and Acorn Street, with its red brick buildings, cobblestones and lampposts, oozes charm.

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Callejon El Asri, Chefchaouen, Morocco -

Morocco's blue-washed Chefchaouen city is absolutely stunning. This particular alley, called Callejon El Asri, is as picture-perfect as it gets.

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Via Monte San Michele, Alberobello, Italy -

This small town in Italy’s Puglia region is known for its white mushroom-shaped houses, called trulli. Via Monte San Michele is arguably the most picturesque street in Alberobello.

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Klima, Milos, Greece -

This former fishermen's village in the Greek island of Milos is really cute, with its whitewashed houses with touches of color.

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Royal Crescent, Bath, England -

Bath's Royal Crescent consists of a crescent-shaped row of 30 symmetric Georgian townhouses built in the mid-1700s by English architect John Wood, the Younger.

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El Moez, Cairo, Egypt -

One of the city’s oldest streets has “the greatest concentration of medieval architectural treasures in the Islamic world,” according to the UN.

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Rua Luís de Camões, Águeda, Portugal -

The Umbrella Sky Project brought shade, color, and art to this Portuguese city. How cool is this, right?

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Hosier Lane, Melbourne, Australia -

If graffiti and street art is more your thing, you will love visiting the art epicenter of Melbourne.

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Quai de l'Île, Annecy, France -

The Old Town of this Alpine city is truly picturesque. Walk along the Quai de l'Île and enjoy the canal, shops, and restaurants.

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Quai de la Poissonnerie, Colmar, France -

The half-timbered houses and the peaceful canal make "Petite Venise” a rather special place.

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Brouwersgracht, Amsterdam, The Netherlands -

The Brewer's canal is lined with beautiful historical buildings dating back to the 17th century. It’s one of the most iconic places in the city.

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Soi Romanee, Phuket, Thailand -

Venture into Phuket’s Old Town and discover exquisite Sino-Portuguese architecture. This used to be the local red-light district, but is now a gorgeous family-friendly area.

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Rue du Petit-Champlain, Québec City, Canada -

This street is located in Quartier du Petit Champlain, which is one (if not the) oldest commercial district in North America. This pedestrian street is as charming as it gets.

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Calle 59, Campeche, Mexico -

What is there not to love about colorful streets, right? Campeche certainly delivers in that department. Calle 59 is perhaps the most famous one in Campeche's Old Town.

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Caminito, Buenos Aires, Argentina -

Located in the La Boca neighborhood, el Caminito is a must-visit if you’re in town. Caminito, Spanish for “little path” is a street museum, teeming with color and artists.

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Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark -

It doesn't get more scenic than the colorful houses at Copenhagen's 17th-century waterfront. The iconic promenade is a must-visit location when you’re in town.

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Portobello Road, London, UK -

Portobello Road is home to one of the capital’s most famous markets. It’s also known for its candy-colored houses, and of course, shops and cafes, and everything in between.

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Bryggen, Bergen, Norway -

Bergen's colorful wooden houses at Hanseatic Wharf is a gorgeous historical place definitely worth visiting.

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Largo do Pelourinho, Salvador, Brazil -

The historic center of Salvador is a UNESCO heritage site. Here you’ll find lots of Portuguese architecture with a splash of South American color.

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Kiremit Street, Istanbul, Turkey -

Istanbul is teeming with beautiful architecture, and the colorful houses of the Balat neighborhood are a joy to admire. You can start your journey at Kiremit Street.

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Via dei Coronari, Rome, Italy -

This is one of the most picturesque streets in Rome’s historical center, filled with Renaissance architecture, boutiques, antique stores, and cafes, among others.

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Jalan Kek Chuan, Penang, Malaysia -

George Town, in the Malaysian island of Penang, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this street and surrounding areas you’ll find a beautiful mix of Western and Eastern designs.

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Avenue des Camoëns, Paris, France -

Forget about Champs de Mars. This is the spot you want to snap a picture of the Eiffel Tower, and of course, of all the Haussmannian architecture around it.

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Washington Street and Water Street, Brooklyn, New York City, USA -

The iconic intersection of Washington Street and Water Street in the Dumbo neighborhood gives visitors one of the best views of the Manhattan Bridge.

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See also: Step out on America's favorite streets, highways, and avenues

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