Chicago was recognized as the third-best skyline in the world by Architectural Digest, with its majestic skyscrapers along Lake Michigan standing out. The city’s architectural beauty was praised for its combination of modern and historic buildings.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin was also highlighted in the ranking as the 15th-best skyline in the world. Its notable presence along Lake Michigan and iconic Milwaukee Art Museum made it a standout city in the Midwest.
In addition to Chicago and Milwaukee, American cities Manhattan and Seattle made it to the list, ranking first and fourteenth, respectively. The ranking criteria included questions about what makes a beautiful skyline – whether it is recognizable, harmonious, or has individually striking buildings.
Architectural Digest noted that a combination of all these factors is what makes a skyline truly beautiful. The full ranking of the 17 best skylines in the world includes cities like Hong Kong, Dubai, Tokyo, Perth, Sydney, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok, Tianjin, Panama City
