Varanasi has been featured in the list of top global destinations for remote work. According to the list released by Remote, which builds, manages, and supports globally distributed workforces, Varanasi ranked 118 in the list. This marks India’s first appearance on the list, reflecting the nation’s growing appeal to remote workers for its cultural richness, affordability, and openness.

Madrid; Spain, Madeira; Portugal, Toronto; Canada, Auckland; New Zealand, Tokyo; Japan, Paris; France, Portland (Maine), USA, Taipei; Taiwan, Stockholm; Sweden, and Reykjavík; Iceland are among the top ten global destinations for remote work

Cities have been given the ranking based on an in-depth analysis of factors spanning quality of life, safety, internet infrastructure, economics, travel, and more.

Remote originally published the Best Destinations for Remote Work in 2021, when distributed work was still relatively novel and travel restrictions remained in place in some countries. Today, as the concept of remote work transitions from a necessity to a lifestyle choice for many, the significance of selecting the right destination has never been more critical.