Why it’s safe: Remote, energy-independent, and politically neutral.
Iceland is a volcanic island powered almost entirely by renewable geothermal energy. With no standing army and a strategic distance from world powers, it would likely avoid involvement in a global war. Its population is small, and the country enjoys high levels of social cohesion, making it a sustainable and peaceful refuge.
This extraordinary double helix staircase, also known as the "Snail Staircase" or "Bramante Double Helix," is a masterpiece crafted by the renowned Renaissance architect Donato Bramante. As visitors ascend or descend this remarkable structure, they become part of a rich tapestry of history and art.