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Some of the most breathtaking areas of
the world are unfortunately riddled with crime, conflict and violence. It
is therefore practical for travelers to investigate the crime status of
various locales around the world before getting tempted by what you
perceive to be adventure and unexplored beauty. With this in mind we have
compiled a list of the 10 most dangerous cities in the world as of the end
of the year 2012.
1. Grozny, Chechnya,
Russia
The never ending Chechnya - Russia conflict has left Grozny
in tatters after missile and artillery strikes bombarded the city for years
on end - with the death toll running into the thousands, and untold
economic damage. Even after the official ceasefire in 2006, it is still a
very dangerous place with an economy thats left in ruin, and a citizenry
willing to go to any means necessary to mend their wounds. Its high
kidnapping rates especially pose a threat to western tourists.
2. Bogota, Colombia
Illegal drug trade and extremist groups trying to overthrow
the Colombian government make Bogota a city where you are always on
someones radar, and spontaneous violence a highly likely occurrence Since
the 90's, certain safety measures have been enacted making the north side
of the city a relatively safer region, and it is advisable to stay within
its confines. Bogota is otherwise a great tourist destination.
3. Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
Picturesque
landscapes and breathtaking sights hide a brutal urban battleground and one
of the highest crime rates of any metropolitan area in the world. With
one-fifth of its population living in slums, and most of the economic
activity in these areas based around contraband, Rio is a city that sees
increasing police-mafia conflicts, and gang related violence. Tourists and
travelers are advised caution at nights, and to absolutely stay clear of
the poorer regions and the shanty towns.
4. Cape Town, South
Africa
Similar to Rio, Cape Town while being a major tourist attraction and a
shoppers paradise, is also known for its extremely high crime rates. Unlike
Rio though, the criminal activity does not involve contraband, but is
statistically primarily petty crimes incited by the ever-widening income
gap between the spectrum of socio-economic groups in the city. Tourists are
advised caution on dimly lit streets, poorer neighborhoods and while
operating ATMs.
5. Baghdad, Iraq
After the trauma of the iraq war, Baghdad finds itself mired in political
turmoil, with opposing parties resorting to even openly violent displays to
assert their authority. The pathetic state of infrastructure, destroyed by
various wars over the years leaves little hope for economic activity to
offer a way out atleast in the near future. Domestic Hostilities escalated
after the city was factionalised by US military strategy during their war
on Iraq.
6. Caracas,
Venezuela
Venezuela is a well known drug trafficking haven, and Caracas is invariably
the hotspot for illegal activity. Criminal activity has become so much an
everyday feature of the city that petty crimes and robbery are a common
sight, and so is retaliation for such crimes. The police are virtually
invisible, and most locals point the finger at the government which is far
more concerned about enriching its coffers from its foreign exchange and
oil revenues, than it is with the state of the domestic economy and security.
7. Ciudad Juarez,
Mexico
Ciudad Juarez takes the biggest hit from the drug cartel activity in
mexico.The proximity to the USA, makes mexico the primary source of illegal
drugs crossing the border, and competition is intense among rival groups. A
corrupt and ineffective police force, turns that illegal competition into
brutal bloodshed and many compare the city to a war zone. Local residents
blame both the inaction of the Mexican government and the hard-line stance
that the US government takes on its war on drugs that has a cascading
effect across the border.
8. Mogadishu,
Somalia
Somalia was always a country that respected its traditional legal system,
called the Xeer, which created multiple centers of power spread across many
villages. While infighting was common, and civil wars did erupt, the brutal
violence that is now characteristic of this once peaceful country began as
the UN made efforts to centralize the region. Immediately the various
chiefs in the area saw a threat if the other was allowed to ascend to
power, and the capital city of Mogadishu in particular has since degenerated
into a perpetual battle zone. A lack of understanding of Somalian
traditions and culture, and increasing foreign pressures and intrusions on
domestic soil as well as its coastline, originally led renegade Somalians
to take up arms to protect themselves. This has slowly created an
atmosphere of violence and hostility, with a winner takes all mentality.
9. San Pedro Sula,
Honduras
With the highest murder rate in the world, and a track record for violence
that will make the middle east, and Afghanistan feel a lot better about
themselves, this is one city that should not even figure on your to-do
list. All disputes, whether major inter-group violence or minor disputes,
are settled at gunpoint, with illegal gun ownership a given for every
citizen who cares to protect himself. Foreign tourists, in particular, have
been known to be a target.
10. Guatemala City,
Guatemala
Guatemala
city displays all the characteristics of the cities mentioned above in one
place - illegal drug trade, inter-gang violence, ineffective police,
uncaring government, wide gap between rich and poor resulting in petty
crime and spontaneous violence. The streets of Guatemala city are a
dangerous place to be, with both government and mafia equally capable of
putting you at risk. A pity, for what is otherwise a beautiful country.
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