The World's Happiest And Saddest Countries 2013

1. Norway

Enjoying the harborside in Bergen, Norway. In 2013 the Scandinavian nation ranked 1st overall on the Legatum Institute's Prosperity Index for the fifth straight year, with leading scores in the Economy and Social Capital sub indexes.

7. Australia

Sydney's iconic opera house. Australia ranked 7th overall this year, 2nd in Education and 3rd in Personal Freedom.

13. Iceland

Relaxing in the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa in Grindavik, Iceland. Moving from 61st to 41st in Economy helped Iceland gain two spots in the overall ranking this year. The country is 2nd in Safety and Security. 

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