When asked to think of a top city, it might be the glittering metropolises that spring to mind. London, Paris, Shanghai, New York, Hong Kong. But upon closer inspection, it’s often the cities in the wings that are rising to international attention, offering everything anyone could want in a truly livable urban center. Boston, Amsterdam, Taipei, Berlin, Buenos Aires, and Dubai are having a moment for a variety of reasons—their cultural clout, environmental goals, rich histories, and innovative food scenes make them frontrunners as places to not only visit, but to call home more permanently. Get a taste for the six cities that are shining brightly in 2020.