The happiest countries in the world in 2015

Switzerland
Happiness is something abstract and therefore difficult to calculate. However, studying data and indicators that are objective, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has prepared the World Happiness Report 2015, a study that has been published since 2012 and is based on factors such as the 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 top positions are some Nordic countries, which according to other studies, have very high suicide rates. Here are the 10 happiest countries in the world. Of course, do not expect to find Spain, since it occupies position 36 on the list, a position that is not bad at all if we take into account that we have been dragging a tremendous crisis for years.

Switzerland

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

Iceland

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

Denmark

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

Norway

Norway
The Northern Lights, the midnight sun, 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

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 European flair.

Finland

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 spectacular landscapes: the north coast, Lapland , lush interiors, the southern archipelago, lakes, forests …

Holland

Holland
With 7,378 points, the Netherlands is this year in seventh position. 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

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

New Zealand
We continue our journey through the happiest countries in the world in New Zealand, which has managed to place in ninth position with 7,286 points. How could it be otherwise, incredible natural wonders can also be found here. In fact, many of them have been the scene of important films .

Australia

Australia Finally, we have to talk about Australia that, with 7,284 points. it is located 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.