Top 10 Countries with the Most Beautiful People

Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Boyega, Uzo Aduba, David Oyelowo, Megalyn Echikunwoke, Toheeb Jimoh – what do these amazing stars have in common? Yes, they’re all endlessly talented, doing incredibly impressive things in their careers. They’re also all pretty darn charming and attractive, if we do say so ourselves. Oh, and though they may not have been born there, their ancestries can be traced back to Nigeria. We’ve just named a small group of ravishing celebrities, but there are plenty more Nigerians of great repute. “Insecure” star Yvonne Orji, for instance, was born there, as was actor Dayo Okeniyi. Clearly, this country is doing something right.

It’s a beautiful island country with marvelous beaches, breathtaking landscapes, and yes, gorgeous people. It just kind of makes sense, doesn’t it? A popular Caribbean destination, and home to some of the world’s most phenomenal athletes, the beauty to behold in this island nation is known the world over. Though not born there, supermodel turned actor Tyson Beckford has Jamaican roots, as do actress Kerry Washington and supermodel Naomi Campbell. Many may also be familiar with Sanya Hughes, a 2002 Miss Universe contestant. Insofar as our research goes – which was all totally scientific, of course – we gather that lovely places give way to lovely folks, and Jamaica is no exception.

Have you ever watched a K-Pop video, and been suddenly overwhelmed at the plethora of beautiful people in it? Well, it’s been said that, in South Korea, a lot of importance is placed on the concept of beauty. People there will often undertake heavy beauty regimes and sometimes plastic surgery in order to achieve the look they desire. Of course, plenty has been said about the country’s beauty standards, though such societal pressure isn’t unique to South Korea by any means. Nevertheless, the people there – whether they subscribe to these standards or not – always stop us in our tracks with their endless talent and beauty.

India is a rich country with a fascinating history and some truly breathtaking scenes. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it also has an incredibly good looking population. We’re talking about talented stars like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ranveer Singh, and Ranbir Kapoor, just to name a few. We also couldn’t forget the likes of Priyanka Chopra, Shilpa Shetty, Freida Pinto, and Akshay Kumar. It’s no secret that India is incredibly populous, and we’ve barely scratched the surface. We may not have the time to talk about every stunning Indian icon, but trust us when we say there’s a practically endless list of names.

Italians take pride in creating incredibly beautiful works of art, from cars to sculpture to paintings. And why not? When you look as good as the people of Italy, you want to embrace that beauty in the world around you. From the coastlines to the magnificent cities to the museums, there’s much to be admired. The tourist attractions are pretty darn nice too. With competition from timeless stars like Monica Bellucci, Adriano Giannini, Sophia Loren, Giusy Buscemi, Claudia Romani, and many others, what chance do ancient ruins have? Okay, so it’s not a competition – nobody loses when there’s that much beauty.

From the Hollywood hills to the streets of the Big Apple, the United States thrives on beauty. As the epicenter of the mainstream entertainment industry, the US is filled with faces we love watching on our screens. And American people from all backgrounds know how to work the spotlight with their charms. Angelina Jolie, Channing Tatum, George Clooney, Megan Fox, Chris Evans, Jennifer Lawrence – these names and many others evoke images of stars whose work provides folks with an escape into the world of film and television. Of course, they’re also gorgeous in every regard.

South America is full of naturally breathtaking spots. And as we’ve established by now, breathtaking places tend to be populated by stunning individuals. Argentina is a great example of this. If you’re into athletes, look no further than Lionel Messi. No, seriously look at him go! On top of that, the amount of Argentine models out there truly speaks for itself – Luisana Lopilato, hello! And then there’s actresses such as Soledad Fandiño and Marcela Kloosterboer. Okay, it’s just not fair at this point so we’ll stop, but we can’t deny we’re impressed.

This Latin American country holds numerous Miss Universe titles, and it’s easy to see why. Some of those winners include Stefanía Fernández, Dayana Mendoza, and Gabriela Isler. Venezuela also shows off with stars like Gaby Espino, Catherine Fulop, Édgar Ramírez, and the list goes on and on. The country itself is majestic, with endless sights to soak in and a plethora of different things to discover. We probably shouldn’t be surprised, then, that its inhabitants are as magnetic as the place they call home. Needless to say, Venezuela definitely doesn’t disappoint.

Scandinavia was bound to be represented somewhere on this list, and the people of Sweden are about as beautiful as their amazing country. You may have been watching Swedish actors without even realizing it, as many have a great talent for pulling off convincing accents. Noomi Rapace and Alicia Vikander are among those who hail from this magnificent Nordic country. And lest we forget the likes of Alexander Skarsgård and Joel Kinnaman, who are definitely easy on the eyes. Plus, let’s be real, no one’s got a beard like Olof Mellberg.

Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.

Spain
Antonio Banderas & Penélope Cruz – Need We Say More?

France
The Eiffel Tower Is Far from Being the Only Example of Beauty in This Country

Colombia
From Sofía Vergara to Shakira, the List of Names Is Endless

Thailand
The People Are as Gorgeous as the Country

Ethiopia
Beauty at Every Turn

There aren’t enough good things we could possibly say about Brazil. Every part of the vast country is heavenly, from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro and beyond. Now it goes without saying, but we know beauty is obviously subjective. But honestly, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t think Brazil is as awe-inspiring a spot as they come. The same could be said for its people. With models like Gisele Bündchen, Marlon Teixeira, Adriana Lima, Francisco Lachowski, Camila Alves, and Alessandra Ambrosio all being Brazilian, there’s simply little denying that. And why would you want to?!