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TOP TEN
MOST DANGEROUS CITIES IN THE WORLD »
Top ten
most dangerous cities in the world rated by the LoveToKnow editors. | | |
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Bogota, Columbia
There are areas of Bogota where
people should heed warnings and take caution. This large South
American city has problems with drugs and political unrest. The city
is set up on a grid. The northern parts of the city seem to be a bit
safer than the southern. A large number of citizens have guns.
Tourists should avoid Barrios Unidos, Suba, Kennedy and Bosa. Even
in the areas which are in the downtown area and historic districts,
you might run into pick pockets and scam artists. Be alert, keep
your money hidden away and if you run into trouble visit the US
Embassy. Be sure to check the
Warden Messages for updates on demonstrations going on in the
city. | |
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Cape Town, South Africa
Even though Cape Town is a popular
tourist destination, there are some problems in this city as is born out
by the high crime rates. There are two extremes in Cape Town of the
extremely wealthy and extremely poor, so sections of the town can be
dangerous. Some of the crimes include kidnapping, murder, rape, robbery
and car jacking. One of the least safe places in the town is Nyanga.
Other areas to avoid include Observatory, Cape Flats, Seapoint and
Mowbray. For current warnings and alerts, you'll want to view the
current
travel warnings. | |
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Caracas, Venezuela
Caracas has one of the highest murder
rates in the world and armed robberies are common. There are areas of
the city that are safe and areas that should be avoided at all costs.
Residents try to not go out at night and will advise anyone visiting
Caracas to avoid night travel as well. Visitors should avoid the poverty
stricken areas of the city. Stay away from the outskirts of the city and
the hills. Do not wear flashy jewelry or carry large amounts of cash.
You'll want to visit the
chat forums to get tips like not accepting assistance at the airport
as your luggage may be held hostage for a ransom of $20 or more. | |
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Grozny, Chechnya, Russia
Grozny has been torn to shreds
by war. This city is not a vacation choice in any sense of the word. The
Russian maffia and local rebels are active. Never try to navigate this
city unless you have a guide. There are still areas that have unexploded
land mines, for example. The United Kingdom, United States and Canada
have all warned their citizens not to travel to this city because of the
dangers. Grozny is the capital of Chechnya. You'll find tips on this
site for
staying safe if you do decide to travel here. | |
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Ciudad Juarez, Mexico
The city of Juarez is just across
the US/Mexican border and near El Paso, Texas. The town is filled with
drug dealers and gang wars among other crimes like robbery, rape and
murder. The city is known for the many woman who work in factories there
being found raped and murdered all over the city. In the last nine or
ten years, hundreds of women have been murdered. Thousands more have
disappeared. The city has a high murder rate. Residents try to only go
out during the day, but even then some are
killed by random gunfire. | |
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Detroit, Michigan, USA
Out of the largest cities in the
United States, Detroit also has one of the highest crime rates. The
economy has had a huge impact on this city as factory jobs were lost and
families moved on. There are safe areas in the city, but there are also
areas of abandonment and danger. Property crimes are common and the
murder rate in Detroit is typically high. Drugs and gangs are rampant in
the city. This site offers the latest news on incidents around the city.
Check the blog for more in-depth information. You can also view a map of
the entire state or country and
get crime
rates. | |
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Guatemala City, Guatemala
The entire country of Guatemala
has high crime, but the capital city is the worst. Problems include
murder, crimes of all sorts and gang warfare. Like many of the most
dangerous cities, it is best to stay inside at night. The most dangerous
area is called Zona 1. This is where you'll find the majority of gangs
and drug dealers. Zona 10 is said to be a bit safer, but still use
caution. You may also want to read advice on
getting help while overseas. While the guide is aimed at Australian
citizens, much of the advice could apply to a traveler of any
nationality. | |
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Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
This official
website explains why safety must always come first when in the city of
Kinshasa. The city is often rated as one of Africa's most dangerous
cities. It is filled with gang violence. Among the crimes rampant in
this city, you'll find murder, robbery, rape and muggings. The city is
also filled with homeless children. Some are orphans and some are
outcasts. The city is generally not safe to travel to and should be
avoided if possible. Do not go out after dark and try to hire a guide if
you must visit this city. There are some
tourist attractions, such as the Boboto Center. | |
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New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
New Orleans consistently
ranks as having the highest murder rate in the country. Murders are as
high as 95 per 100,000. Already one of the poorest cities in the US,
Hurricane Katrina drove the city even further into poverty, which in
turn has upped the crime rate even more. You'll also find up to date
news on crimes and a crime map that shows what crimes have recently been
committed and in what areas of the city. | |
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is a huge metropolitan area in the country of Brazil. The
reason this city makes the most dangerous list is not just in its high
crime rate but also because criminals target tourists in and around the
city. As many as 30 people a week are murdered in this city. Several
sites warn that the police in Rio may also be corrupt. There are reports
that people have been framed for crimes involving drugs and then told
they can bribe their way out of the arrest. If you are determined to
visit Rio, you may want to check the
city guides for more information on safe areas to see. | |
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