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Which Actor Would You Bring Back for One Final Movie?

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Which Actor Would You Bring Back for One Final Movie?

We asked, you answered. Fans of the Ranker Facebook page chose which dead actors they’d like to bring back to life for just one more movie. Do you agree with their choices?

 

From old Hollywood stars like Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe to more recent actors who died young, we’d welcome back any of these great talents with open arms. We started with a few suggestions (like Paul Walker, Health Ledger, and Patrick Swayze), and Ranker fans added their own on Facebook. Now, it’s time to vote. Who do you miss the most?

 

Which of these dead actors do you wish you could bring back to life for one final movie? Vote up the stars you think should get a second chance on Earth and on the big screen. Don’t see your favorite actor who passed away? Add them! Maybe wishing will make it so! If not, we’ll just have to wait until we get to Heaven to see these famous faces yet again. Until then, at least we have their past films to fill our time! RIP to these actors who passed away.


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Audrey Hepburn

Bette Davis

Dean Martin

Humphrey Bogart

James Stewart

John Wayne

Patrick Swayze

Peter Sellers

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Robin Williams



The Hottest Wrestlers of All Time

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The Hottest Wrestlers of All Time
The WWE Divas get a lot of attention for being sexy, but I think it's time to give the men a shoutout. Here's a list of the hottest wrestlers of all time. No matter what you're "in" to, wrestling has always provided wonderful variety of hot dudes. It's a cornucopia of hotness. Unless you're not into athletic, bad boy, risk taker, mysterious, confident, shy, brash, types. Wrestling has had all of those! And more!

Gorgeous, sweaty guys with the hottest bodies on the planet parading around in little more than a Speedo? God bless professional wrestling. This list ranks hot male wrestlers from all iterations of every league in history. From mountains of man like The Rock, to the boyish charm of Edge, to the bad boy sex appeal of Randy Orton, we just can't get enough.

Who is the hottest wrestler ever? Vote for your favorite now!
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Edge

Chris Jericho

CM Punk

Cody Rhodes

Randy Savage

Evan Bourne

The Miz

Randy Orton

Rick Rude

Seth Rollins


Famous Role Models We'd Like to Meet In Person

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Famous Role Models We
These are the famous folks it would be most exciting to meet in person, as ranked by the wisdom of the crowd. Some of the best people to ever live make great role models for people of all ages. Who doesn't love a good celebrity putting forth positive energy and only good in the world? Maybe you've dreamed of having tea with Mother Teresa, or just shaking the hand of Honest Abe. Maybe you just want to say "hey" to Taylor Swift. This list includes both modern day and historical role models, dead and alive - some of the most inspirational, creative, selfless, and intelligent people ever to have walked the earth. Throughout history, common people have sought to surround ourselves with popular folks who can inspire and influence others. Anyone can add their personal role models to this list, making it an accurate, real-time ranking of the most interesting and inspiring role models in the world. From idols to heroes, these are the people other people most aspire to meet. So, add your two cents and see how your personal heroes stack up against the crowd's.
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Abraham Lincoln

Albert Einstein

Alexander the Great

Aristotle

Jesus Christ

John F. Kennedy

Leonardo da Vinci

Plato

William Shakespeare

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart


The Best Frontmen in Rock

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The Best Frontmen in Rock
Giving out the title of best frontman in rock is like crowning someone the king of rock and roll. There are so many factors that go into deciding the greatest front man (or woman) in rock that dubbing just one the head of all rock royalty seems nearly impossible. And yet, like the Highlander, there can be only one.

What makes a lead singer the best frontman in rock? Is it the rock singer with the best stage presence or does being the front man of the best live band in rock history automatically propel you to the top of the list of the best frontmen in rock? Does being one of the greatest singers of all time get you the title of greatest frontman? That's up to the music-loving masses to vote on.

Who is the best lead singer in rock? Who is the top rock frontman ever? Who are the best frontmen in rock? This is the place to vote for your favorite rock singers and vote down the overrated rock singers who you don't think have a place among the greatest rock frontmen. If your favorite lead singer or frontman is missing from the list of the top rock frontmen, make sure to add them and get them in the running for the rock talent ever.
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Freddie Mercury
Queen
Jimi Hendrix
The Jimi Hendrix Experience
Jim Morrison
The Doors
John Lennon
The Beatles
Kurt Cobain
Nirvana
Mick Jagger
Rolling Stones
Ozzy Osbourne
Black Sabbath
Robert Plant
Led Zeppelin
Roger Daltrey
The Who
Steven Tyler
Aerosmith

The Best Adult Anime of All Time

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The Best Adult Anime of All Time
For those of you looking for anime that is a bit more mature, here's our list of the best adult anime of all time. One of the worst stereotypes about anime is that it's just for children, but the shows below prove that to be completely wrong. What makes an anime mature or "adult?" It isn't just the graphic violence, but the themes and ideals that are presented in the show that would likely go over the head of a younger viewer. Take Samurai Champloo, for instance, which addresses topics like homosexulaity and prostitution. Would a young viewer understand the heartwrenching dilema of Jin falling in love with a sex slave? Ghost in the Shell is another great example, where the subject matter revolves around politics and philosophy, both of which will not likely not be understood by someone under the age of 18. What is the best anime for adults to watch? We want you to vote for you favorites on the adult anime list below, but only if you've actually seen the series. Is one of your top mature anime shows missing? Add it to the poll so that others can vote for it also.
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Elfen Lied
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Code Geass

Death Note

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex

Samurai Champloo

Trigun

Cowboy Bebop

Hellsing

Berserk

Attack on Titan


The Greatest Actors & Actresses in Entertainment History

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The Greatest Actors & Actresses in Entertainment History
The best actors and actresses of all time, male and female, ranked by film fans worldwide. This list of greatest actors and actresses attempts to answer the question "Who are the best actors of all time?" by incorporating the views and opinions of all members of the Ranker Community. Keep in mind, as you vote or add a top actor or actress you see missing, that we are rating these actors on their body of work, not just what they have done recently! Some of the greatest actors of all time have not necessarily acted in a project in the past 5 years, but they still deserve to be on this greatest actresses and actors of all time list.

Top actors and actresses in films are judged by their acting ability and their mastery of roles that they have played over the years. Many of these great actors have videos of their best roles for you to view so you can refresh yourself on the best works of your favorite actors as you consider your votes for top thespians of all time. Nominate your picks for the top actors & actresses by making a list of your own. Then come back to the Master List and vote up your favorites!

For lists separated by gender, check out our lists of the best actors of all time and the best actresses in film history.
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Al Pacino

Anthony Hopkins

Denzel Washington

Jack Nicholson

Johnny Depp

Leonardo DiCaprio

Meryl Streep

Morgan Freeman

Robert De Niro

Tom Hanks


Hottest Celebrity Chicks of the 1980s

Sights & Sounds of East Bali - Adventures Await

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Sights & Sounds of East Bali - Adventures Await
The East Bali region showcases beautiful natural habitats such as lush forests, black sand beaches and the country’s highest volcano and spiritual landmark, Mount Agung. Many tourists enjoy strolling through East Bali as a means of absorbing all what this beautiful city has to offer. Here are some of the popular sights and sounds around the city that need to be on your list when you arrive for you holiday.
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Tirtagangga
The name of this former royal palace means “water from the Ganges” and is of historic importance to Hindus. The palace is renowned for its water palace built in 1948. It is a maze of pools and fountains surrounded by well-maintained lush gardens, statues and stone carvings. At the centre of the palace is an eleven tiered fountain decorated with immaculate carvings.  
Tengenan
4km from Candidasa lies one of Indonesia’s most renowned, original Balinese villages. This is also said to be one of the country’s oldest villages and its unique design and customs make it a worthy visit. The villagers have retained pre-Mahapahit Balinese culture and adhere strictly to ancestral worship, cosmology and animal-based beliefs. They marry within the village and close their perimeters to outsiders after dark. Even their dialect is heard nowhere else in the region. Visiting this village is a cultural experience like no other, allowing you to totally immerse yourself in Indonesian heritage. 
Diving and Snorkeling
Many of Bali’s best dive spots are located in the East Bali region. Tulamben is renowned for its sunken wreckage, the USS Liberty, while Padang Bai and Amed are known for their beautiful reefs. Some of the key highlights for divers in Padang Bai are Biaha (shark cave), Tepekong (The Canyon), Mimpang, Blue Lagoon and Gili Selang. Amed is renowned for Jemeluk Bay, Bunutan Point and a Japanese wreck. Sea kayaking and rafting too are popular in the region. If you are staying in Candidasa, hotel options such as Alila Manggis will set you up for a comfortable stay and also, connect you to a dive operator in the region.
Goa Lawah
This is one of Indonesia’s nine directional temples and is built in front of a cave which is home to thousands of fruit bats. Legends say that Basuki, a gigantic dragon-like snake too lives in these caves. Adding to the above, locals say that these caves extend all the way to the Besakih Temple on Mount Agung. 
Mount Agung (gunung Agung)
Standing at 3,142m, Mount Agung is Indonesia’s tallest mountain and also happens to be an active volcano. It is the most unmissable landmark in all of East Bali. Besides its domineering presence and sheer size, the mountain holds great spiritual significance as it is said to be a fragment of the mythical Mount Meru and also a seat of the Gods. The ‘Mother Temple’ of Besakih is located on this mountain. Trekking is the best way to explore and enjoy the sweeping views the mountain offers. Also, driving through the Sideman/Selat Valley makes for the best scenic drive in all of Indonesia. 


Top Event Venues in Melbourne – the Right Place for Your Fun

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Top Event Venues in Melbourne – the Right Place for Your Fun
Melbourne is a busy capital where most tourists meet on various purposes. The capital, despite its busy lifestyle, has never run out of picturesque locations. This has been a positive factor for most event venues. 
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Melbourne Cricket Ground
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is billed as Melbourne’s heartbeat. Its ambience is very much astonishing. If you plan to have a function here, you certainly can boost the spirits of your guests. The other added advantage is that it is located only a few minutes away from the CBD. 
Docklands Studios Melbourne
This studio conducts events such as car launches, fashion runways, music rehearsals, VIP-only concert performances and believe or not, even an indoor soccer match. The highlights of Docklands Studios Melbourne include: good blank canvas for the next occasion, five modern spacious buildings and ample parking space if you use your private vehicle.  Melbourne could easily be explored if you take a taxi. First you have to choose one of the Melbourne Holiday Apartments such as Oaks On Market and then slowly settle on for event venues. 
Melbourne Town Hall
Most people would choose Melbourne Town Hall as it is a treasured place. The venue has been witness for many social events for 135 years. Just step inside and observe the interior. That is absolutely suited for any event whether it is a wedding function or simply an exhibition. There are many events such as weddings, corporate launches, conferences and cocktails happening in Town Hall. The Hall can easily accommodate 2000 guests. If you plan any event here, you can choose the grand entrance to welcome your visitors. The hall’s highlights include elegant interiors perfect for special events and exceptional catering and event management team.
Hawthorn Arts Centre
It is the building that matters here with its intricately designed interior. It is an excellent fusion of ancient and modern traditions. Inside the centre, you will find a number of small spaces where you can use for meetings and other requirements. And the staff service is excellent too. You can look forward to a first class food menu made of the local ingredients. The centre is an ideal location for weddings and other special functions. If you intend to organize a wedding, the centre has a number of wedding packages available. Even for a minor function like book launch, the centre is superb. Its historical setting is simply designed for corporate, product-launching and gala events. The highlights of the centre include a larger-than-life main hall, which is especially designed for functions like weddings, catering for any event and communication equipment such as free Wi-Fi. 
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art
Here too you are in for a building with a dramatic design. This centre is suitable for special celebrations too. The best thing about the centre is that it is located within close proximity to CBD. And the next best thing is that it can provide shelter to about 1000 guests at once. Whatever event you plan, whether it is a sit-down dinner, cocktail soiree, business breakfast, Christmas party or any other gala function, the centre looks as if it is specially built for your requirement. The grand gallery has an exhibition which will be available for private viewing after at the end of the day. 

Top Attractions at The Entrance in NSW

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Top Attractions at The Entrance in NSW

The Entrance in NSWboasts of three major things: beaches, lagoons and lakes. Apparently thenature-lover in you will have sufficient reasons to visit here. And there are alarger number of attractions that could be sighted at The Entrance. 


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Tuggerah Beach - the Entrance

This beach at least coversa stretch of six kilometres. It is a quite long beach located on the centralcoast. You cannot see this beach just as you enter The Entrance. The beach iscovered by Wyrrabalong National Park and its bush tracks. That has addedadvantage for the beach. Like the Patrolled Beach, Tuggerah beach is not thatmuch patrolled. And most interestingly the most you can see here are none otherthan the local fishermen.

You need to have aprivate vehicle to enter here, as there is no other transport available. Luckily,there is a huge parking space. The only problem is that it will be difficult tofind access roads. You can find quite a lot of accommodation which includes cabin/caravanparks, motels, resorts, apartments and bed and breakfasts located close by. Oryou can simply choose any The Entrance resort such as Oaks WaterfrontResort. 


The Patrolled Beach

The patrolled beach isbusy right throughout the year. An aquatic playground, the beach is naturallysurrounded by neighbouring attractions. The beach is safe for sea baths. Itfeatures a coastal boardwalk, children's playground and park, undercover BBQsand picnic tables. Other attractions include Vera's Watergarden, shops, cafesand restaurants, weekend markets and live entertainment.

Boat services are alsoavailable along with catamarans, sailboards, canoes, surf skis, pedal boats andaqua bikes. You can also see how the incoming visitors feed the pelicans inMemorial Park. The beach is patrolled everyday from October to the end ofApril.


The Entrance Coast to Lake Walk - the Entrance

You need to be on yourown as you walk The Entrance Coast to Lake Scenic Walk. This path lets you seevarious attractions, landmarks and many facilities around The Entrance. Beready to cover a range of about 7.6 kilometres.

If you have a fast pace,completing the track within one and half hours is no big deal. You are stilllucky even if you choose to walk slow, as you will get to see beaches, cafesand galleries. And remember to have a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle readybefore setting off. 


Wyrrabalong National Park

This park marks thenorthern side of The Entrance. If you would love a swim at this area, you donot have to worry about anything. Not only swimming, but you can also go forwhale watching, fishing, surfing, bushwalking and bird-watching. Added to this,ocean front restaurants and outdoor dining venues are also in close proximityto Wyrrabalong National Park. If you look for an alternative accommodation,this park is surrounded by cabin parks, holiday houses, motels and a limitednumber of apartments. If you travel by train, you need to get down at Wyongtrain station. 



The Saddest Anime Series of All Time

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The Saddest Anime Series of All Time
Are you looking for sad anime that will make you cry? Well look no further, because for this list we're ranking the saddest anime of all time. These series come from a wide variety of genres, but they share the commonality of being depressing as hell. Yes we've included mainstream shows like Naruto, but don't even try to say that show doesn't have some of the saddest moments in anime history. Films are included here too, so you'll be seeing sad anime movies like 5 Centimeters Per Second and Grave of the Fireflies on the list below. 

Sometimes even one death in an anime can cloud the whole series with sadness. Perhaps the saddest death in all of anime goes to Maes Hughes from Fullmetal Alchemist. The funeral and burial scene is notorious for making people cry, especially when Hughes' daughter Elicia starts to ask her mom where daddy is (the scene is included below if you want to watch it).

Are we missing a really sad or depressing anime that you feel deserves to be here? Go ahead and add it to the list! How melancholy something makes you feel is subjective, so don't be afraid to add an obscure or less mentioned anime.
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Code Geass

Fullmetal Alchemist

Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day

Angel Beats!

Wolf Children

Tokyo Ghoul

Shigatsu Wa Kimi No Uso

Plastic Memories

Clannad After Story

Your lie in April


The Best Anime Characters With Orange Hair

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The Best Anime Characters With Orange Hair
When you think of an anime character with orange hair, Ichigo Kurosaki from Bleach or Misty from Pokemon are probably the first names that spring into your head. While they may be the most well known, there are so many other great orange haired anime characters to take into consideration! For that reason, we're ranking the best anime characters with orange hair, with the help of your votes. We've included both male and female characters with orange hair below, so don't be afraid to vote for either. There are some very popular characters from huge shows on this list, including Nami from One Piece, the beautiful Asuna from Sword Art Online, and Pein from Naruto Shippuden. Whether they're good or evil, we want you to vote for your favorites below. If you think the best anime character with orange hair is missing from the list, please add it so others can vote for that person too! They don't have to have bright orange hair, there can be hints of brown or other colors blended in as well.
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Ichigo Kurosaki

Nami

Orihime Inoue

Rangiku Matsumoto

Misty

Holo

Asuna

Loke

Gildarts Clive

Pein


Museums and Galleries in Singapore

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Museums and Galleries in Singapore
Singapore offers a host of engrossing museums and galleries for the culture and arts lover. These captivating institutions offer many fascinating artworks and artefacts for the visitor from abroad. 
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Artscience Museum
As its name indicates this enthralling establishment blends the spheres of science and art to create an engrossing experience that any visitor is sure to enjoy. This world-class venue features an ever-changing roster of significant international exhibitions which are arranged through partnership with well-reputed international institutions. Important exhibitions that have been held at this museum include such wide-ranging highlights as the era of dinosaurs, the reign of Genghis Khan and the Harry Potter movies. The ArtScience Museum also features a fine selection of permanent exhibits. The museum’s architectural design is equally remarkable, featuring a unique structure. 
National Gallery Singapore
This recently opened gallery is a splendid showcase for contemporary art from Singapore as well as the region of Southeast Asia. The remarkable collection to be seen here reflects the distinctive artworks, history and heritage of this part of the world. This gallery features the works of reputed Singaporean artists such as Chen Chong Swee, Georgette Chen, Cheong Soo Pieng, Liu Kang and Chen Wen Hsi as well as their peers in the Southeast Asian region. Additionally visitors will have the opportunity to experience interesting programmes such as artist talks, guided tours, lectures and discussions with curators that will enable them to gain a profound insight into the art sphere. 
Red Dot Design Museum
Lovers of contemporary design will be enthralled by this fascinating museum which exhibits remarkable design concepts from many countries across the globe. In fact all of the designs exhibited at this groundbreaking institution have won the well-known red dot award for design, which is considered to rank amongst the world’s most prestigious design contests. In fact this remarkable museum for design concepts is the first of its kind in the entirety of Asia. The distinctive building which houses the museum is eye-catching and complements the establishment well. Another attraction at the museum is the monthly flea market where you will find quirky and distinctive items such as artworks, craft items, fashion, toys, furniture, books and more. 
Singapore Art Museum
The Singapore Art Museum is always an interesting place for the visitor. This well-reputed museum is renowned for its focus on the contemporary artistic field in Singapore as well as the region of Southeast Asia. Today this museum boasts an outstanding collection of artworks in its field of emphasis. You will find a diverse selection of artworks here, including paintings, sculptures, moving media and more. Additionally this museum collaborates with prominent museums around the world to arrange engrossing exhibitions in the artistic sphere. Lovers of fine architecture will also be enthralled here as this captivating museum is housed within a distinctive building. 
Gillman Barracks
This former military site has been transformed into a splendid artistic showcase featuring an array of outstanding contemporary and modern art. The Gillman Barracks contains a number of fine art galleries including the FOST Gallery, Yavuz Gallery, Mizuma Gallery and Sundaram Tagore Gallery. These outstanding galleries display the works of both well-known and up-and-coming artists, creating an enthralling experience for the art enthusiast. The various exhibitions at these galleries are constantly changing and demonstrate the richness of the regional contemporary art sphere. As you enjoy Singapore’s artistic and cultural highlights as well as Sentosa attractions a discerning choice of accommodation would be the well-reputed W Singapore Sentosa Cove. This appealing hotel offers attractive rooms and attentive hospitality so as to assure a satisfying stay.

The Best Countries to Travel To

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The Best Countries to Travel To
Which country is the best to travel to? The options are endless and vary from person to person. Do you prefer to experience great nightlife in the hottest cities, or would you rather explore lush landscapes and the wonders of nature? Help travelers determine which nation is the greatest vacation destination by voting on this list. From American sites to the richly historic landscapes of Europe and Asia, the world is full of great countries to visit and explore.

The European nations have been popular travel destinations for decades. With rich culture, delicious cuisines, and some of the world's greatest museums, France, Germany and Spain are places that everyone should experience. Russia is the largest country in the world and offers exciting opportunities for every traveler. The Kremlin in Moscow is one of the most interesting sites that visitors could hope to take in.

Thrifty travelers have more options than ever in 2015. South Korea is becoming an affordable vacation destination for sportsmen and adventure lovers. The Asian nation offers challenging hikes, green golf courses and ocean waters for fishing. Mexico has beautiful all-inclusive resorts that provide vacationers beach front views for a bargain.

What country is your favorite to travel to? Vote on this list and share your favorite travel destinations in the comments section.
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England
With its endless amount of castles, cathedrals, towers, and cobblestone streets, tourists are never short of finding something exquisite to see in England. It also has 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Stonehenge, Tower of London, Jurassic Coast, and Ironbridge Gorge. 
France
France is home to what many consider the most romantic city in the world, Paris. France a hub of fine dining, fashion, culture, and love. It's been ranked as first in tourist destinations in the world, thanks to its world renowned museums, landmarks, and extravagant castles.
Germany
Between the ancient castles, the modern cities, and the delicious cuisine, there's little Germany can't offer to tourists. In 2013, it was ranked as the most positively viewed country in the world. Its restaurants are the second-most prestigious in the world, only behind France.
Italy
Italy is an entire country of picturesque towns, landmarks, and countrysides worth visiting. It's known for its grand architetureal achievements, its famous art and literature, food, and operas.
Japan
Japan is home to the largest metropolitan area in the entire world, Tokyo. It's thickly laden with culture and history, which can be seen in every facet of Japan from the art, to the architecture, to the food. A perfect time to visit is in the spring when all of the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.
Norway
Norway is known for its jazz music, wooden architecture, and it's dramatic coastlines. The Norwegian fjords have been listed by National Geographic as the top tourist attraction in the world. 
Scotland
Scotland is best known for its traditional bagpipe music, its ancient castles, and whiskey, which is their largest export. It's also known for sports fanaticism for rugby and football, and it is home to golf. 
Spain
Spain is the second most visited country in the world and third in the number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which is 44. They trail only behind Italy and China. They also have a number of world famous festivals, including the running of the bulls, in which millions from around the world come to celebrate.
Switzerland
Because of the Swiss Alps covering much of the country, Switzerland is a popular destination for skiing, hiking, and mountain biking. Folk art is also kept alive by many organizations in Switzerland, displaying their alpine symbolism through music, art, and dance, including yodeling.
United States of America
Because of its size, the United States has a large variety of cities, cultures, and sites to offer to tourists. Some of the most iconic places are the Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon, and Hollywood.

The Best Anime Series of All Time

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The Best Anime Series of All Time
You love anime but what tops this list of the best anime series ever made? The blanket term "anime" in the US can refer to any animation originating in Japan, and specifically differentiates a few aspects of Japanese animation from more Western styles. (This includes the Japanese propensity to feature adult themes and stories in animation, as opposed to Western "cartoons" aimed primarily at children, as well as the exaggerated, fantasy-oriented and colorful style of Japanese animated visuals.) "Anime" can refer either to animated films or TV series, furthering the confusion. (Anime is often incorrectly used to refer to Japanese comic books as well. These are actually known as "manga," though many anime series are based on or inspired by popular manga.) Check out the best anime of 2014 for newer recommendations! 

Anime TV series first found popularity outside of Japan in the 1980s and have continued to find larger and larger audiences in the West. A number of anime shows originating in Japan - such as Cowboy Bebop or Dragon Ball Z - have found enthusiastic audiences for dubbed versions in English speaking countries. (Pokemon, a series inspired by Nintendo's blockbuster series of video games, has been an ongoing hit franchise in both Japan and the US.) The anime style has grown so popular in the US, it has stared to significantly influence the style and aesthetics of American animation. Shows such as Avatar: The Last Airbender, Afro Samurai and Samurai Jack have borrowed heavily from anime in terms of pacing, subject matter, and design.

This list collects the best Japanese anime TV series of all time. American series that have been influenced by anime, such as Avatar: The Last Airbender, are not included.
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Code Geass

Death Note

Dragon Ball Z

Bleach

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Naruto Shippūden

Fairy Tail

Naruto

Attack on Titan
Attack on Titan (進撃の巨人 Shingeki no Kyojin?, lit. "Advancing Giants") is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated byHajime Isayama. The series began serialization in Kodansha'sBessatsu Shōnen Magazine magazine from September 2009
Sword Art Online



Your Favorite Types of Cuisine

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Your Favorite Types of Cuisine
This is a list of the favorite types of cuisine, chosen by Ranker users. Whether it's Italian cuisine (real Italian, we're not just talking pizza here), Chinese or something a bit more exotic, like Moroccan food, people are passionate with their palates. Everyone has a different favorite: What's yours?

Some of the more popular world cuisines, like Mexican, Thai, and Greek, appear on this list. Some may not get as much exposure, but that sure doesn't mean they aren't tasty! Foodies, this is your chance to step up and be heard: Create your own list of your favorite kinds of cuisine. Obviously not everyone likes the same kinds of foods, but it will be interesting to see what cuisines are the most popular.

And if you see a specific type of cuisine that you've never tried, give it a chance: You never know when you might find a new favorite. Be bold, be brave! Your taste buds will thank you later.
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American food

Chinese food

Indian cuisine

Mexican food

Thai food

French food

Greek food

Japanese Cuisine

Spanish Cuisine

Italian food


The Greatest Female TV Characters of All Time

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The Greatest Female TV Characters of All Time
The greatest female TV characters of all time. This list includes some of the greatest television characters in history from dramatic shows, sitcoms, sci fi series, and procedurals to cartoons! For as long as TV has been a medium to reflect social constructs, programs have featured strong women characters as protagonists, partners, and foils for their male counterparts. In comedy shows, characters like Lucy Ricardo, Mary Richards, and Maude Findlay paved the way for Elaine Benes, Roseanne Conner, and Liz Lemon.

Female characters dominate modern genre series, with popular women like Dana Scully, Buffy Summers, and Veronica Mars achieving cult-level idolization. You'll recognize these famous names as some of the strongest, funniest, and most relatable in television history.

Vote for the greatest female characters to move them up the list, and add please any that we're missing.
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Arya Stark

Buffy Summers

Daenerys Targaryen

Dana Scully

Lisa Simpson

Olivia Benson

Phoebe Buffay

Willow Rosenberg

Xena

Lucy Ricardo


The Best Shows Currently on the Air

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The Best Shows Currently on the Air
What are the best shows currently on the air? Some of the entries on this list are without question among the greatest TV shows of all time. Fortunately for us, they haven't been cancelled, and they're still thrilling us with great drama, hilarious comedy, and outstanding storylines. Which TV show that's airing right now is the best? That's for you to decide, with your votes. Be sure to add any of your current favorite TV shows that aren't listed, too. You can also re-rank this list any way you like!

If you had to choose just a few top shows airing today, which currently airing TV programs do you believe are the best? Several outstanding premium cable original programs are among the most popular shows on this list, including HBO's Game of Thrones, Showtime's Homeland, and AMC's The Walking Dead. Netflix is also home to some of these titles, including House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black. Many of these are also the highest rated tv shows according to critics and audience polls. 

Hopefully, all of these great shows, from old favorites like Modern Family to newer hits like Better Call Saul, will remain on the air for years to come. But even if some shows end too soon, the greats will till be remembered as some of the best TV shows of recent memory, don't you think?


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South Park

The Big Bang Theory

The Simpsons

Supernatural

Game of Thrones

Modern Family

Sherlock

The Walking Dead

Downton Abbey
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Outlander


The Coolest Actors Ever

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The Coolest Actors Ever
As movie fans, we like to think of our favorite actors as being larger than life. With all of the coverage that these stars get, these cool customers know how to function both on and off the screen. Often times we think of our favorite actors as being fairly close in personality to our favorite characters to whom which they portray. Obviously it's impossible for them to be a lot like their famous portrayals, but that doesn't mean that these guys aren't cool. In fact, most of these guys epitomize what cool is. Beginning with actors like Humphrey Bogart and Cary Grant during the Golden Age of Film, the best leading men have had a certain aura about them. James Dean, Marlon Brando and Steve McQueen are other actors who are considered some of the coolest guys ever.

More recently, tough guy actors like Bruce Willis and Daniel Craig mix brains with brawn in their iconic roles as John McClane and James Bond each. While they each exemplify a different kind of cool, people are still attracted to these actors because this coolness factor. These actors of the guys who you'd want to hang out with, talk shop and maybe down an adult beverage or two with.

Vote for who you think is the coolest actor ever. If you don't see a name on this list and the actor is cool, feel free to add a name to the legendary list of the coolest people history. 


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Clint Eastwood

Dean Martin

Humphrey Bogart

Jack Nicholson

John Wayne

Paul Newman

Robert De Niro

Sean Connery

Steve McQueen

James Dean


The Best Singers of All Time

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The Best Singers of All Time
Who are the best singers of all time? That's a tough question to ask. This list includes many of the greatest vocalists ever, from all genres of music. Whether it's the incomparable, late, great Whitney Houston with her extraordinary pop and R&B tones or rock icons like Freddie Mercury from Queen, Jim Morrison from The Doors or John Lennon and/or Paul McCartney from The Beatles, this list spans decades of incredible musicians. What singers do you feel are the greatest of all time? What are some of the greatest voices in music? Vote for your favorites, vote down any you don't like and feel free to rerank this list your way.

Vote: The Best Rock Vocalists

Putting together the top singers in music history is a tall order. Everyone has an opinion. Some might lean more toward rock vocalists as their personal favorite (think Ann Wilson, Stevie Nicks and Mick Jagger), while others might prefer excellent pop or R&B vocalists like the late Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, or even Stevie Wonder, James Brown or Aretha Franklin.

Rank: The Top Female Vocalists of the Last Decade

Country musicians could also easily be included on this list. Musicians like Johnny Cash and Keith Whitley gave new meaning to great vocals with outstanding country songs. Female country artists, including modern era vocalists like Carrie Underwood could also be included. If country's your thing, vote and add away!
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Adele

Aretha Franklin

Dean Martin

Elvis Presley

Frank Sinatra

Freddie Mercury

Michael Jackson

Paul McCartney

Stevie Wonder

Whitney Houston


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