Some of the world’s greatest cities- London, Paris or New York etc- are also places inundated with tourists.

Yet there are other cities that manage to fit the entire world within them.

If you, like us, love a good adventure, love experiencing new cultures and visiting places where you can be your own tourist, then this list is definitely for you.

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Here are five stunning and non-cliched cities that provide an immersive cultural experience..

5. Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Best time to visit: April to October

Yogyakarta is Indonesia’s coolest, most liveable and loveable city, and offers cultural attractions everywhere you look, stylish coffee shops, up-and-coming galleries and edgy street art.

The country is also home to Borobudur and Prambanan (globally important archaeological sites) and hence offers something for everyone. Affandi Museum, Taman Sari, Kraton and Pasar Beringharjo are just a few to add to your list.

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4. Kolkata, India

Best time to visit: October to March

Locally regarded as the subcontinent’s artistic, intellectual and most cultural city, Kolkata boasts some of the world’s most beautiful Colonial-era architecture.

Wander down Dacres Lane to experience the hustle and bustle of this 200-year old food street that is bursting with stalls laden with tempting dishes. It is world renowned for street food that offers dishes with Chinese to Bengali influences.

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3. Buenos Aires, Argentina

Best time to visit: October to November

Argentina’s biggest, most cosmopolitan city, Buenos Aires is the Paris of the Southern Hemisphere.

Top attractions include Teatro Colón, a grandiose opera house dating back to 1908, the modern MALBA museum, exhibiting Latin American art, the impressive Plaza de Mayo or May Square, surrounded by impressive 19th architecture.

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2. Fes, Morocco

Best time to visit: April to July / October to December

Set in the Atlas Mountains, Fes is one of Morocco’s best-kept secrets. It’s a city bursting with tradition and with a bustling historic medina with a colourful souk full of tiny alleys, aromatic food stands, minarets and artisans.

The artisan capital of Morocco offers visitors plenty to do such as the Chaouwara Tanneries, Art Najo, Medusa Bou Inania and Ibn Danana Synagogue.

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1. Reykjavik, Iceland

Best time to visit: February to March and July to October

What Reykjavik lacks in size it makes up for in culture, food, and sheer fun.

A cosmopolitan city yet Reykjavik still proudly displays its roots as a fishing village; the ocean and mountains are visible from everywhere and – with just 300,000 inhabitants – an intimate vibe runs right throughout the settlement. At the same time, quality restaurants are plentiful, as are museums, art galleries, decent shopping and a thrilling nightlife scene.

The best bit is that from October till March, your holiday escape is likely to be made all the more special by the appearance of the legendary Northern Lights.

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