Among all the existing world tourism destinations, there are a number of leading countries in terms of the number of travelers in 2018-2019. Such popularity, as a rule, is due to the various advantages of recreation in a particular country.
These can be both unique sights, architectural monuments and natural sites, as well as a country-oriented policy that makes it easier to enter it. An important factor is the total cost of the trip. The ranking of the TOP-10 countries for 2019 is as follows.
Considering the most visited countries in the world, one cannot ignore. According to statistics, up to 22 million tourists visited the state this year, which allowed it to take a leading position among similar destinations. Guests of this country have a unique opportunity to get acquainted with the ancient culture of the disappeared Mayan people, bask in the hot sun or swim in clear water.
The cost of rest here varies depending on the conditions of residence. There are many hotels, and all of them are able to satisfy even the most demanding guests thanks to exceptional service and affordable rates for accommodation.
Fascinating Mexico (capital - Mexico City)
Also, Mexico will delight tourists with a loyal attitude towards guests, thanks to which the latter have the opportunity to visit these states without the need for visas and other permits.
Vouchers to this country are in incredible demand both from tourists from the Russian Federation and the CIS countries, and among citizens of other states. The secret of such success is extremely simple - great weather, unique culture and low cost of recreation.
In addition, we should not forget about the loyal policy of this country towards tourists: visa-free entry for citizens of most countries is a huge plus.
When planning a trip here, travelers note that most of the budget planned for a vacation is the cost of the flight. In the same time, prices for food and other expenses are incredibly low. In comparison with other inexpensive counterparts, it boasts an excellent quality of service, which makes visiting it competent and rational.
In addition, it should be noted that the specificity of this country provides excellent opportunities for nature tourism, which certainly includes visiting local natural wonders.
Russia
The Russian Federation is also included in the list of countries with the highest numbers of tourists. Such interest is due to cultural characteristics, as well as the rich history of the state. Due to climatic specifics, this direction is more preferred by lovers of winter recreation and related sports, such as skiing, snowboarding and others.
Adherents extreme recreation trips to Siberia are in great demand, where in the field conditions the tourist has the opportunity to enjoy the unique beauty of this corner of Russia.
Moscow and St. Petersburg are very popular among lovers of historical excursions, while fans of the hot sun often go to Kazan or Sochi. Quite a large demand is observed for tours that include a number of cities and give the opportunity to add up the most complete impression of the country.
This direction is incredibly popular due to a number of features. First of all, they include a huge number of ancient sights of the medieval period. Also here the tourist expects:
- high quality service in hotels;
- a huge number of architectural monuments;
- unique original culture.
An additional advantage in this direction is that the official language here is English. Since it is international, it is not difficult for travelers to navigate the city and communicate with the locals.
France
Romantic Paris has been a leading tourist destination for many years, and is perhaps the most visited country in the world, along with the United States. Holidays in France allow you to balance the tourist program by including many different activities in it and just admire the most romantic city in the world.
Fans of excursions will certainly not refuse to visit the Louvre or the Eiffel Tower, and lovers of the sea will surely turn their attention to the Cote d'Azur. In addition, this state is fraught with many cultural features, including unique local cuisine, interesting customs and many other factors that attract tourists in this direction.
Video about a trip to France.
France is more suitable for a romantic pastime than other countries.
If you go here with children, it is easy to make the trip interesting for all family members. After all, Disneyland is located here, which will surely leave many bright and pleasant impressions and give children joy.
USA
This country is able to truly surprise travelers with a unique diversity that cannot be compared with any other destination. First of all, it includes several climatic zones that are strikingly different from each other, which provides excellent opportunities for nature tourism. This is facilitated by the huge number of national parks, which occupy a significant part of the country's territory.
USA is the dream of many
In addition, there are many architectural and historical attractions. Tourists most often prefer San Francisco and Washington. Often, package tours include visits to all these cities, which allows you to enjoy the diversity to the fullest.
Do not forget about Las Vegas, which is in great demand not only by foreigners, but also by US residents due to the unique opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of unbridled fun and excitement.
People's Republic of China
Despite the fact that this direction has recently begun to be in demand, it quickly gained immense popularity among tourists from all over the world. First of all, travelers here are interested in local culture and flavor. It's no secret that this civilization seems to be one of the most ancient, which is why it boasts a huge number of attractions.
the great Wall of China
Another feature that makes travelers come here is the rapidly growing economy. Local hotels are able to provide excellent accommodation for a relatively small fee, and the number of goods and services that can be bought in this state has made it popular among shoppers.
Celestial - majestic and mysterious
In China, you can observe a unique combination of the dynamic rhythm of life in the metropolis and the peaceful tranquility of small settlements. Therefore, when visiting this country, you should definitely find time to explore not only the capital, but also smaller cities.
It is one of the most visited countries due to its excellent service and suitable weather conditions. More often than others, tourists from various countries come here, which is explained by the geographical position of the country and the convenience of visiting.
The best conditions for recreation are observed in Ibiza and other popular southern resorts. The unique combination of the sea, clean beaches, colorful local cuisine and a large number of attractions guarantees a high demand for trips to Spain.
Ibiza is a holiday every day
Ibiza often hosts various festivals of club electronic music, which attracts young people from both neighboring European countries and from other countries.
It is impossible to leave Italy without trying the original local dishes prepared in accordance with all the rules and traditions.
In addition, only here you can appreciate the greatness of the Colosseum with your own eyes, take pictures near the Leaning Tower of Pisa and admire the beauties of the mountainous regions of this country. Holidays here will certainly appeal to shopping lovers, as in Milan you can buy many exclusive and unique items from the world's leading fashion brands.
Beach lovers should go to Sicily. There they can count on:
- excellent weather;
- high quality of hotel service;
- clean beaches and sea;
- delicious cuisine.
For sightseeing, it is better to go to Rome, and for shopping, of course, to Milan. Thanks to such a tempting combination, this destination is popular even among experienced travelers. The best option would be to visit several cities in turn, which will allow you to get the most out of your trip.
Any person sometimes wants vivid emotions, new impressions, but where, no matter how on vacation, to look for them? Only there you can shake off the daily routine and gain strength for new achievements. Changing the environment while traveling, a person rests in body and soul, and new impressions do not allow him to turn sour.
1. Thailand
Over the past few decades, the Kingdom of Thailand has made international tourism one of its main sources of income. Last year alone, 27 million vacationers from all over the world came there, of which 15 million were in Bangkok, which is a record for cities in the world. Thailand has a rich cultural heritage, vibrant national cuisine, luxurious hotels have been built here near the white beaches. Thanks to all this, new travelers are striving there, and many return to Thailand more than once.
2. Brazil
The whole world knows the cheerfulness of the Brazilians, who literally ignite at the mention of the words "samba" or "football". For tourists in Brazil real paradise: Here you can participate in the hunt for the jaguar in the jungle or just lie on the beautiful beach, sipping the local Caipirinha cocktail under the bossa nova. More than 2,000 beaches stretch along the Atlantic coast of Brazil, and along it there are thousands of small islands - here you can find a secluded lagoon and excellent surfing spots. In general, there are so many interesting and unusual things in Brazil that it’s impossible to list everything. You can take a chance and go on a long journey deep into the Amazon, where it is possible to catch a huge piraruku fish. Much less effort will require a visit to Rio de Janeiro - a magnificent South American city with its famous beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, where you can listen to plenty of bossa nova and samba, go in for extreme local sports - slide down a piece of plastic from a high sand dune right into the ocean.
3. Australia (Great Barrier Reef)
The Australian Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral formation. It is even considered one of the wonders of the world. Here is a real paradise for diving enthusiasts, divers here can see a huge variety of fauna of the Pacific Ocean: amazingly beautiful fish, cetaceans, molluscs and corals themselves. But environmentalists believe that due to global warming, the water temperature is slowly rising, which, together with its pollution, leads to the death of corals. The most pessimistic forecasts give the reef a few more decades of life, and after that it may happen that there will be nothing to look at. So hurry up to Australia!
4. Croatia
By joining the European Union, Croatia, beloved by Russians as a holiday destination, has become more accessible to them, as it constantly introduces the abolition of the visa regime. Therefore, compatriots are happy to go there to relax in the mild Mediterranean climate of Croatia. It doesn't get too hot here, just the right amount. The picturesque Adriatic beaches and the surrounding landscapes serve as a perfect addition to the climate. Croatia is a very "domestic" country, which did not build huge all-inclusive hotels, at the entrance to which an invariable doorman in livery is on duty. Instead, there are many apartments rented out by local residents, in which tourists truly feel at home.
Croatia has a lot of greenery and very clean air, in which you can feel the subtle aromas of pine resin and sea salt. Local beaches are framed by lacy crowns of trees. One has only to drive away from the big cities to the outback, as it will be possible to enjoy peace and quiet even in the midst of the tourist season. But Croatian beaches are not the only entertainment here, because Croatia is rich in historical and natural attractions - it is no coincidence that it is considered one of the most beautiful in Europe.
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5. Morocco
Morocco is considered the pearl of North Africa, and yet relatively recently it was closed for tourism, but recently it has been catching up, accepting a huge number of travelers from all over the world. This country has a variety of natural conditions: the sands of the Sahara here go to the sea, and on the other hand rest against the mountains. Therefore, it makes sense to come here for those who like to soak up the beach near the warm sea, and for those who prefer to spend their holidays more actively.
Among several Moroccan resorts, Agadir is especially famous, which is located in a valley on the Atlantic Ocean. There are beaches of golden sand, camel rides in the dunes and many other entertainments. In the town of Essaouira there is one remarkable fishing port, in which colorful boats of fishermen crowd, and clouds of seagulls fly above them. Islam is widespread in Morocco, so Russians who do not profess this religion are not very comfortable here during the celebration of Ramadan, because at this time even foreigners are not allowed to drink alcoholic beverages here.
6. Bulgaria
The wonderful country of Bulgaria has a gentle sea, sandy beaches and green parks. Local beach resorts and club hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis. This country can be called ideal for a family holiday - here you can find mineral springs and sports facilities. The pride of the country are the endless vineyards and rose plantations. Although Bulgaria is a fairly close neighbor, it has a highly developed tourist service of European quality and offers a decent entertainment program. The beaches in Bulgaria are clean and well-groomed.
Resting in Bulgaria, one cannot help but come to Sofia, which is one of the oldest cities on the continent - settlements of prehistoric times have been found here. An important sight of the capital is the Hagia Sophia, which even got on the coat of arms of the city.
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7. Greece
Greece can be called the golden mean in every respect. There are many small home-style hotels here that retain the hotel service with daily cleaning and offer a buffet for breakfast, but at the same time allow you to feel welcomed by good friends. Greece has given the world many great historical sights, but it is also rich in a variety of beaches: sandy, pebble or sand and pebble. You can have fun moving from beach to beach and comparing them. On many of the countless Greek islands, you can stay in a hotel where, instead of a veranda, there is a small pool in which you can sit at least all day without leaving your home. In addition, you can make easy walks on the sea on different boats, exploring the picturesque bays and looking for new beaches. It is also worth mentioning the excellent Greek cuisine, which is famous throughout Europe. Dinner at the national Greek restaurant will give both adults and children a lot of gastronomic delights.
8. Tunisia
Tunisia can be called a fairly young tourist country, since it began to attract travelers widely only in the 80s of the last century. But today it boasts 1200 km of beaches, near which there are numerous modern hotels, and many historical monuments. Also, popular thalassotherapy centers have been created on the basis of local thermal springs. There are resorts that are already teeming with crowds of tourists, attracted by low prices and excellent beaches, but there are also those that are just gaining popularity - in these you can relax in a much more relaxed environment.
Tabarka is just such a not crowded resort, located in the north of the country - the "coral coast". Diving enthusiasts should come here. The small resort town of Magdia, located on the Mediterranean coast, is conducive to a relaxing family holiday on snow-white beaches. Holidays in Tunisia can be a solution to problems for those who are afraid to fly by plane, because you can sail here from Genoa or Marseille by ferry, capturing your car, which will allow you to travel around the country.
9. Cambodia
Cambodia has incredibly picturesque landscapes, a lot of antiquities and very cheap food. Until recently, prices here, perhaps, were not just low, but indecently low. This was explained by the fact that tourists did not come here because of the terrible recent fate of this country, and only recently the situation has begun to change dramatically for the better. Now, mainly young people are striving to Cambodia, who like a lot here.
10 Italy
With its incredible history, Italy could not fail to become a tourism destination associated with educational excursions. Countless routes through classical Italy will always attract tourists who prefer not to fry all day on the beach, but to get to know the country with their ears and eyes, constantly traveling through it. The most curious seek to get off the beaten track and climb into unfamiliar villages of the Italian hinterland. Those who need the sun and the sea can head to the resorts of the Adriatic Sea, Amalfi and Naples, or settle in the resorts of Tuscany and Lazio. Russian tourists have long mastered such destinations in Liguria as Portofino, San Remo or Santa Margherita Ligure, where bohemians and the elite prefer to have fun. Of course, do not forget about the Italian islands: Sicily, Sardinia, Ischia can reward you with magnificent views of nature and allow you to enjoy a quiet relaxing holiday.
This article contains 10 best countries where tourists are most welcome and where you can take full advantage of the best travel conditions in the world. These are countries with a high level of social standards and lifestyles, with rich historical roots and cultural heritage, with a low crime rate and a friendly population. Popular tourist countries have many hotels and resorts for tourists of all incomes, a range of attractions and modern amenities, the best parks and beaches in the world. So, plan your trip and pack your bags!
Spain
Of course, Spain should be on this list, because it is a beautiful European country with beautiful beaches all over the Mediterranean, as well as the most beautiful islands and coastal cities in this part of the sea. This is a huge country with a lot of interesting places and cities to travel. The clear blue waters of the Mediterranean, warm exotic light and soft golden sandy beaches transform the Spanish South coast a real paradise for tourists, especially in summer. Here guests are waiting for both small resort settlements with private houses on the beach, and huge coastal cities with a large number of hotels of the highest category. From having fun in a big bustling giant city, to an absolutely quiet and relaxing holiday on a private beach, Spain has everything to offer. So why not spend time in exotic Spanish style? You can find out about the best beaches in Spain in a separate tape. 
Malaysia
Malaysia is an equally popular tourist country. It is one of the most populous countries in Indonesia and also one of the wealthiest in every sense. From the gigantic urban area of Singapore, to the vast capital city of Kuala Lumpur with the tallest and most extraordinary skyscrapers in the world, there is definitely something to see. If you want to experience this country - enjoy a trip to the most northwestern corner of the country, where Langkawi Island is located. It is a small green tropical treasure with untouched nature, where you can enjoy a walk high above the rainforests and clouds on a real sky bridge. Langkawi Sky Bridge allows you to look at nature from above, opening up exceptional panoramic vistas. Decided to travel? The best resorts in Malaysia are already waiting for you. 
Switzerland
The small country of Switzerland is known as one of the best European destinations for holidays at any time of the year. It has huge endless plains with green parks and historic villages, ancient sites and alpine landscapes of the Swiss Alps, and the best ski resorts in the world. The ski routes are like giant steep corridors in a huge natural museum, while the lush green slopes with their forests and meadows resemble a mountain paradise. The best thing is that everything in Switzerland is in close proximity, just a few hours away by train. In this popular tourist country, more places can be visited in a shorter amount of time. 
New Zealand
A trip to New Zealand will take you to the exotic world of the southern hemisphere, where winter usually arrives in August. New Zealand is so vast and diverse that it has several climate zones. From the hot tropical sun within the North Island to the steep alpine peaks of the South Island, there are plenty of attractions to suit all tastes. This is a magnificent variety of white sandy beaches with palm trees, as well as lush green forests and river valleys with the most unique creatures of the animal world. Big cities are also quite unique and exotic, thanks to the impeccable hospitality and good infrastructure. 
Fiji
If you want to escape to a remote tropical paradise - choose one of the Fiji Islands. They are even more tropical and exotic than New Zealand, also located in the South Pacific. Fiji is a popular tourist destination, with the exotic atmosphere of the world's best beaches and unique nature. From white sandy beaches with friendly people to small coastal resort towns with first-class facilities and services, you will be accompanied everywhere by comfort and excellent service. Fiji also has a unique cultural atmosphere that can be seen in every historic building or local traditional restaurant. There are over 300 islands and islets in the archipelago where you can travel. Explore Fiji's sights in a special article on LifeGlobe. 
Australia
Australia is a unique and very popular tourist country. This continent can offer a huge variety of entertainment and the most beautiful places in the world. For example, the big bustling areas in Sydney or Melbourne, or the Canberra metropolitan area, which includes some of the most famous attractions in the world. You can also mention the amazing National parks in the Northern part of Australia, where rare animals live. One can also explore numerous landscapes such as deserts with huge red rocks and bizarre trees. All this is only a small part of what it is worth visiting Australia for. 
Scotland
Scotland is definitely no exception to this list. It's one of the friendliest countries in the world when it comes to playing cricket, or partying with friends, or having a night out in the pub. Hospitality literally haunts you as you travel to some of the most mystical and magical historical sites in northwest Europe. Meanwhile, Scotland boasts a truly vibrant and unusual natural diversity, with calm blue lakes, steep mountain peaks, river valleys and its coastline. This is a very attractive country for tourism, suitable for family holidays and active travel.
Ireland
Ireland is another tourist destination, where stunning traditional buildings and historic architectural styles are like exhibits at Historic Art Museums, while clean, picturesque streets in large modern cities invite you on a tour. It also attracts a large number of unique Irish pubs, bars, restaurants and other traditional eateries. Don't miss tasting the iconic Irish beer or whiskey, followed by panoramic ocean views from the coastal cliffs in southwestern Ireland. 
The uniqueness of this country is in the combination of smoking volcanoes and hot geysers with eternal ice. It is important to see the most interesting places: Blue and Ice lagoons and Geysers.
The Blue Lagoon is a natural complex of pools among lava heaps. The water in the Lagoon is milky in color, and in its composition, in addition, there are quartz and blue-green algae.
The ice lagoon is also incredibly beautiful! This is one of the few places where you can see the life of icebergs at a close distance: new icebergs break off the glacier and fill the lake, drift along the coast in winter, and melt in summer.
They are of different colors: white, green, blue, etc. And you can see the seething geysers of Iceland by going to the Haukadalur Valley. Its symbols are the geysers Strokkur and Geysir, erupting with different frequency and power.
For example, Strokkur throws out jets of hot water every ten minutes to a height of up to 20 meters, while Geysir is calmer.
Most Unique Country: Tanzania
The most interesting country in Africa in terms of diversity and uniqueness of flora and fauna. This country is rich in natural values: 15 national parks, 17 reserves, lakes, mountains, including Kilimanjaro, and the giant Ngorongoro Crater.
It is here, in the crater of the Ngorongoro Reserve, a huge tropical park, that more than 30 thousand animals live: buffaloes, zebras, gazelles, leopards, wildebeest, lions, and there are also elephants, hippos and rhinos.
White and black rhinos are an endangered species in the world.
Also in Tanzania there is Kitulo National Park, the only vegetative national park in tropical Africa. Due to the variety of flowers: more than 350 species of plants and more than 40 species of orchids, it is rightly called the "Garden of God".
In addition to orchids, giant lobelia, kniffofia, proteas and other plants can be found in the park. Kitulo Park is also the only habitat in Tanzania for the rare African Kaffir bustard.
Most Unique Country: Japan
Also in India there are many attractions that are considered to be UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the cave temples of Ajanta, the cave temples of Ellora, the Taj Mahal, numerous unique churches in the city of Goa, the monuments of Hampi, Qutub Minar, etc.
Most Unique Country: Indonesia
Indonesia is the largest Island state in the world: about 18,000, of which only about 7,000 have their own names. The largest of the islands are New Guinea, Kalimantan, Sumatra, Sulawesi and Java, and all the other islands are much smaller.
Large islands are characterized by a combination of mountainous terrain with plains covered with dense rainforests. On many islands, the mountain slopes rise steeply almost from the very coast and end with peaks.
One of the natural features of Indonesia is that many islands are covered with snow, despite being close to the equator. Indonesia can also be considered a country of volcanoes: there are more than 500 of them, and 129 are active. The island of Java is especially famous for its numerous volcanoes.
And the most famous volcano in Indonesia is Krakatau, which is located between the islands of Java and Sumatra. The largest are Rinjani in Lombok and Agun in Bali.
Most Unique Country: Bolivia
The uniqueness of Bolivia lies in the fact that it can be called the most mountainous country, and in its isolation from the world. No wonder Bolivia is called "America's Tibet". Unfortunately, the country lost access to the Pacific Ocean as a result of the war with Chile, so now it is in the middle of the continent. Here is the highest actual capital - La Paz.
Bolivia is home to the highest navigable lake in the world, Titicaca. Unlike other Latin American countries, most of its population is indigenous, Indians are one of the main Indian tribes of Bolivia.
Its population is over 2 million people. Tourists have a unique opportunity when visiting Bolivia to meet with representatives of this people, who still follow their traditions and customs.
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The World Tourism Organization provided statistics showing which regions and countries were especially popular among tourists. Over the past year, 1.087 billion people made tourist trips. Europe has traditionally been the most attractive region with almost 564 million people or 51.8%. The rating is based on the number of tourists in the country per year.
1. France (84.7 million people)
In the 90s of the last century, France took the first position of the most visited countries by tourists, and since then it has been holding it. A very small proportion are transit travelers who cross France in passing, such as, for example, vacationers from northern Europe who are heading to the resorts of Spain. The majority purposefully goes to France. Tourists in this country are attracted by many famous sights of various kinds, beautiful nature, powerful artistic and historical heritage, favorable climate, developed transport infrastructure, excellent hotels, entertainment places and excellent European service. In fact, every French department has become a tourist department, since everywhere there are their own attractions.
In France, tourists most often visit Paris, Versailles, Mont Saint-Michel, Loire castles, the historical centers of Lyon and Bordeaux, Chartres and Reims cathedrals, French Riviera, Strasbourg Christmas market, Mont Blanc and Chamonix, architectural structures (Eiffel Tower, Millau Viaduct) , amusement parks (Asterix, Disneyland, Futuroscope, Vulcania).
2. Spain (60.7 million people)
The first peak of the tourist boom in Spain began in the 60s, when tourists from Western European countries began to flock here, and the second - in the 90s, when guests from Eastern Europe began to visit here. First of all, Spain is famous for its beach holidays. It all started with him, and today he is the most profitable article in the country's tourism industry. The excellent climate of the Iberian Peninsula and two archipelagos (the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean) has become an excellent attraction for travelers from Northern Europe. Beach holidays are associated with such places as the Costa Brava, Costa del Maresme, Costa Dorada (all - Catalonia), Europe's largest lagoon Mar Menor and Costa Calida (Murcia), Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca) , Canary Islands.
Spain boasts a rich culture and history. On its territory there are the remains of settlements of different peoples who lived in the Pyrenees in prehistoric times. The main tourist centers of the country - Barcelona and Madrid - can offer cultural, historical routes, all kinds of entertainment, educational programs and a souvenir sector. A dozen historic cities in Spain have been included in the UNESCO list. The once “most Catholic country in the world” has many Catholic shrines, for example, Santiago de Compostela is compared to Mecca, since there are the relics of the Apostle James, second only to the relics of Jerusalem and the Vatican in importance.
3. Italy (47.7 million people)
About one and a half thousand years after the defeat of Ancient Rome, a new country, Italy, arose on its ruins. She became a guide for tourists seeking entry into the ancient world. Hellas and Rome were the cradle of European civilization. Modern Italy does not spare money for the preservation and restoration of ancient historical monuments, seeking to preserve them for mankind. One restoration project of the Leaning Tower of Pisa cost about 25 million euros. Covering the Roman Altar of Peace with a glass dome cost 20 million. Rome, Venice, Florence and Milan are recognized as the main centers of tourism in Italy. But the details of the assessments differ: Sardinia was ranked first in terms of safety and hospitality, Rome leads in the number of historical values, Valle d'Aosta in ecology, Trentino in providing tourist information, Campania, Calabria and Abruzzo lead in the diversity of local cuisine.
4. Turkey (37.8 million people)
In recent decades, tourism has become an increasingly important contributor to the development of the Turkish economy. And for the further development of this industry, there are all prerequisites. Turkey is washed by the Black, Marmara and Mediterranean Seas (called the Aegean Sea from Greece). Turkey is the seventh country in the world in terms of the presence of thermal springs, of which there are 1300. There are many attractions of the ancient period (Greek, Roman, for example, Troy), as well as later periods of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Inside the country there is a dense transport network, thanks to which it is very easy to get to anywhere in the country. Most visited places in Turkey:
- Istanbul, which keeps monuments of Christian Byzantine and Islamic architecture.
- Cappadocia with cave cities and unusual volcanic formations.
- Turkish Riviera - this is the name of the resorts on the southern shores of the country, where there are ruins of ancient Greek and Roman cities and monuments of that time.
5. Germany (31.5 million people)
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Until now, Germany is considered one of the safest holiday destinations in the world. Health tourism is especially developed here, since the activities of many German resorts are associated with the presence of hot springs, prevention and treatment. mineral waters and the use of methods of sanatorium-resort treatment. Since the 1930s, local Nazi authorities began to develop a variety of thematic routes that introduce travelers to this region, its natural and cultural attractions.
In Germany, the most visited cities are Munich, Berlin, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Dresden, Dusseldorf, Cologne. Oktoberfest is a very popular holiday, where beer flows like water. Of the attractions, the most visited are the Cologne Cathedral, the Reichstag and the Munich Hofbräuhaus.
6. United Kingdom (31.5 million people)
As you know, the United Kingdom united 4 different countries, between which the difference lies not only in geographical location and climatic features, but also in particular historical development. Therefore, tourism in the British Isles is particularly diverse. Here the tourist season starts in April and ends in October. For the treasury, it is very profitable, contributing annually its 10% to the common piggy bank.
The main tourist attraction in the UK is London, which is visited by both foreign and domestic tourists. London has a lot to offer tourists. In its central districts, there are several spacious squares (the most famous are Trafalgar and Piccadilly), wide streets with expensive shops and modern office centers (Strand, Oxford Street, Regent Street), the medieval stern Tower, large parks (Green Park, Hyde park, St. James Park) and small church squares, the Queen's residence - Buckingham Palace, St. Paul's Cathedral and various museums.
Foreigners are especially interested in Scotland, many of whom come to Edinburgh to look at the castle of Mary Stuart, the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Museum of Art and admire the old Scottish architecture. England has a number of popular spa resorts in Bath, Cheltenham, Leamington, Harrogate and Buxton.
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7. Russia (28.4 million people)
The enormous natural diversity and rich cultural heritage make Russia one of the most attractive countries for tourism. There are only 26 objects under the protection of UNESCO. Numerous peoples live in different parts of the country, having their own distinctive traditions. Mostly tourist routes in Russia they capture its capital, as well as St. Petersburg. In addition, resorts and sanatoriums of the Stavropol and Krasnodar territories, the Kaliningrad region, Caucasian ski resorts, a tour of the Golden Ring of Russia, cruises along the rivers of the Volga basin or on an icebreaker to the Russian Arctic National Park, a long journey along the Trans-Siberian Railway with a stop at Baikal and the Altai Mountains. The most persistent tourists even get to the volcanoes of Kamchatka. In St. Petersburg, you can watch the "white nights", and admire the polar lights beyond the Arctic Circle. But most tourists still come to Moscow.
