Europe's sunniest city is an ‘underappreciated jewel’ — and you can fly there from £66

Sunglasses, suncream, and a crucial bit of dopamine. Looking for a getaway where you’re pretty much guaranteed a bit of sun? The sunniest capital cities in Europe have been named.

Taking the top spot is Nicosia in Cyprus, where there’s an impressive 3,388 hours of sunshine per year, equal to around 140 days. That certainly beats London.

Famous for its sparkling waters, architectural marvels and incredibly friendly locals, Valletta in Malta was crowned second place with 3,030 hours of glorious sunshine each year.

With its iconic trams, stunning tiled streets and frankly delicious Pastéis de Nata, Lisbon in Portugal came third. There’s no scrimping on the rays here either, with approximately 2,828 hours annually, according to a new study.

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