The happiest countries in the world in 2015

The happiness it is abstract and therefore difficult to calculate. However, studying data and indicators that are objective, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has produced the 2015 World Happiness Report, a study that has been published since 2012 and which is based on factors such as Gross Domestic Product (GDP), life expectancy, quality of life, the freedom that citizens have to make decisions, the support of public institutions or their income.

One of the most surprising things about the list of 158 countries is that among the first places are some Nordic countries, which according to other studies, have very high suicide rates. Here we show you the 10 most countries happy of the world. Of course, do not expect to find Spain, since it occupies the 36th position on the list, a position that is not bad at all if we consider that we have been dragging a tremendous crisis for years.

Switzerland

With 7,587 points, Switzerland ranks first on this curious list. And the truth is that it does not surprise us, since its inhabitants are lucky to live surrounded by landscapes Spectacular: mountainous landscapes, spectacular lakes, lush forests, dazzling green valleys ... Furthermore, we must not forget that Switzerland is the country of chocolate.

Iceland

In second position we find Iceland, with 7,561 points. This northern European country not only offers a unique natural beauty, but also has a way of life and a culture quite peculiar.

Denmark

With 7,527 points, Denmark is in third place. In addition to being surrounded by incredible landscapes, Danes can boast of having the wages highest on the planet. In addition, according to studies, their quality of life is also one of the best in the world.

Norway

The northern lights, the midnight sun, the fjords with majestic peaks and glaciers… These are some of the things that the inhabitants of Norway can enjoy, which, with 7,522 points, occupies the fourth position in this ranking prepared by the UN.

Canada

In fifth place on the list we find the first country that does not belong to Europe. This is Canada, which has achieved 7,427 points. One of the main attractions of Canada is that it combines incredible natural landscapes of North America with the European style.

Finland

We return to Europe to tell you about the country that, with 7,406 points, occupies the sixth place in the ranking. This is Finland, which also offers some spectacular landscapes: the north coast, Lapland, lush interiors, the southern archipelago, lakes, forests ...

Holland

With 7,378 points, the Netherlands is in seventh place this year. As you know, this country is characterized by its mills, its tulips, its delicious cheeses and bicycles. With all these ingredients, it is not surprising that it is one of the happiest places in the world.

Sweden

In eighth position we find another country in northern Europe. This is Sweden, which has achieved 7,364 points. With strong ingrained traditions (equality, pacifism, simplicity in the way of life ...), this modern country offers harmony, innovation and a relaxed atmosphere full of nature.

New Zealand

We continue our tour of the happiest countries in the world in New Zealand, which has managed to rank ninth with 7,286 points. As it could not be otherwise, here you can also find incredible natural wonders. In fact, many of them have been the scene of important films.

Australia

Finally, we have to talk about Australia, with 7,284 points. it is in tenth place in the ranking. Culture, history and nature, are three of the main characteristics of this beautiful country, which is the largest in all of Oceania.

Happiest Countries in the World 2015 (April 2024)