10 Most Beautiful Cat Breeds in the World

4. Birman

Counted among the world’s most beautiful cat breeds for their long shiny coats and striking blue eyes, the Birman is famously known for being the Sacred Cats of Burma. Legend has it that a temple goddess blessed these cats with striking bluish-tinged eyes and golden fur coats after they helped a temple priest in need. This medium-sized cat breed was imported to Europe and North America during the 20^th century, and has remained to be a popular cat breed. Born white as kittens, they start to develop different colored markings on their body, ears and face as they grow older, though their legs remain white all throughout their lives.