Why is Melbourne Australia the best city in the world to live?. Read why here!

Melbourne, Australia, has once again been deemed the most livable city in the world, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit's annual global livability ranking. The city scored an impressive 97.5 out of 100, putting it in the top spot for the fifth year in a row.

Another Australian city, Adelaide, also landed in the top five, but Melbourne, with its winding pedestrian laneways, music, culture, food, and gorgeous Yarra River, was proclaimed the very best.

Melbourne straddles the scenic Yarra River, making it a prime spot for water sports, boating, and city views.

It has the largest gambling center in the southern hemisphere, Crown Casino, with a license for 500 table games and an hourly fire show.

Music is a huge part of Melbourne. Many famous acts have come out of the city's music scene, including Temper Trap, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Jet, and others.

Other arts are also popular in Melbourne. The Australian Ballet is based in the city and regularly performs at The Arts Centre, Melbourne.

Melbourne's residents are surrounded by cutting-edge architecture, including the Digital Harbour Port 1010, the Arts Centre Melbourne spire, and the Melbourne Recital Centre.

The city is filled with parks and gardens, including the Royal Park, which covers 420 acres and is open to the public.

Melbourne is considered a Unesco City of Literature because of its literary festivals, book stores, publishers, and history of famous, award-winning authors.

Behind Melbourne's grid-like streets are quirky little Gothic Laneways that house restaurants, book stores, and unique shops.

Melbourne also has a lot of nightlife options, including underground bars, jazz cafés, and dance clubs hidden along the Laneways.

Melbourne hosts the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in March, which becomes a huge city-wide event.

It also hosts the Australian Open, which takes place at the Margaret Court Arena, can hold 6,000 fans, and is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments in the world.

Melbourne is never too hot or too cold. In the summer, the city sees temps of high-70s to low 80s, while the winter drops down to only ~60 degrees.

Melbourne is a multicultural city with a large indigenous community known as the Kulin Nation. There are many galleries and museums with an Aboriginal-focus.

It is home to the Best Chef in Australia, Ben Shewry, serving his seafood-centric tasting menu at Melbourne's Attica restaurant.

Investigation By Mariana DAngelo & Pablo J Marin

Mariana DAngelo Editorial Group LLC / USA