The Most 5 Happiest Country
No. 1: Denmark Population: 5.5 million Life Expectancy: 77.8 years GDP Per Capita: $34,600 With a high standard of living, negligible poverty, and a broad range of public and social services, it's easy to see why Denmark tops the happiness map. There's a high level of education; public schools are top-quality and private ones are affordable. The low population gives the nation a strong sense of identity. And Denmark's physical beauty forms a great backdrop to daily life. The weather is a bit tough, though. No. 2: Switzerland Population: 7.5 million Life Expectancy: 80.5 years GDP Per Capita: $32,300 Smack in the middle of Europe and surrounded by picture-postcard scenery, Switzerland ranks second among the world's happiest countries. It has a low crime rate, good infrastructure, and a wealth of outdoor activities, from skiing in the Alps to boating on Lake Geneva. Home to the International Red Cross, the World Health Organization, and parts of the U.N., it's not sur...