San Francisco, a metropolis renowned for its quintessential bridges, architectural masterpieces, and unparalleled ambiance, recently basked in the limelight as two of its thoroughfares were extolled in Architectural Digest's illustrious compilation of "The 53 Most Beautiful Streets in the World."

Nestled within this ranking, our serpentine and visually arresting Lombard Street secured the #20 position. Frequented by hordes of sightseers and widely acclaimed as the "world's most sinuous street," Lombard Street epitomizes the striking allure of San Francisco's undulating topography. Despite not holding the title of the city's most winding thoroughfare, its enchantment remains unblemished.

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Alamo Square's Painted Ladies, the other street that garnered adulation, emerged as a prominent touristic magnet. Situated along the picturesque Steiner Street, this iconic row of houses nestled at the #31 spot. These seven elegant Queen Anne Victorian-style residences are synonymous with San Francisco's architectural identity.

Constructed between the years 1892 and 1896, these homes have graced the silver screen in movies like Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) and adorned television series such as Full House (1987-1995). Architectural Digest recently bestowed the limelight upon the "pink painted lady," offering viewers an exclusive glimpse into one of these emblematic abodes.

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Spanning the contours of the globe from the shores of Cuba to the ancient city of Kyoto, Architectural Digest's assemblage showcases streets emanating exceptional seasonal allure, such as the cherry blossom tunnel in Bonn, Germany, and those harmoniously blending exquisite architecture with impeccably groomed foliage, like the Champs-Élysées in Paris.

A glimpse at the crème de la crème of this illustrious ranking:

Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain

Brooklyn, New York
Recife, Brazil
Paris, France
Mykonos, Greece

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