In this fast moving life-style, we are surrounded by many pressures that we've to deal with every other day. Whether you talk about increasing pressure at work places, or lack of balance between the professional and personal life, living a life that one dreams of is really quite a task.

AARP The Magazine that defines itself as "the definitive voice for 50+ Americans" has toured the nation and found out the top 10 retirement destinations that offer "a fabulous lifestyle" at a reasonable cost.

In order to prepare the list, AARP The Magazine studied financial data on more than 350 cities across the country. It examined key factors, including the median housing price, cost of living, tax rates on pensions and Social Security, recreation, climate, and health resources.

Start slideshow to find out which are the top 10 retirement hot spots that combine affordability and a rewarding environment.

Olympic torch is carried by rowers at the rowing and canoekayak competitions venue of Lake Lanier
Olympic torch is carried by rowers at the rowing and canoe/kayak competitions venue of Lake Lanier. REUTERS/Charles Platiau
Columbus, Indiana
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Ithaca, New York
Ithaca, New York ottawalife.com
Tulsa, Oklahoma
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Midland, Texas
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Winchester, Virginia
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Wenatchee, Washington
Wenatchee, Washington wenatchee.org
Cheyenne, Wyoming
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