The world is a fascinating place and its vibes within it wonder, some of these touched while some remain hidden from the people. Each country holds its treasurable places. Here is the list of top 20 most visited countries in the world and their popular attractions:
- Netherlands - Kinderdijk-Elshout features the bucolic landscapes and windmills the country is famous for while serving as a historically important example of early water-management systems.
- Poland - Auschwitz Birkenau is a former Nazi concentration and extermination camp that is devastating but necessary to see in person. A museum tells the story of the horrors of the camp while honoring the lives of those who died there.
- Canada - Niagara Falls is one of the 7 Wonders of the World for a reason. The Canadian side overlooks Horseshoe Falls, featuring a 3,000-foot crest.
- Portugal - Ursa Beach is a hidden gem among many idyllic Portugal beaches. Surrounded by craggy limestone cliffs, it offers seclusion and natural beauty in equal measure.
- Russia - Catherine Palace, aka the Summer Palace, was the summer residence of the Russian tsars and is every bit as opulent as you'd expect. More than 220 pounds of gold adorn the exterior, while the inside features expansive frescoes, sweeping staircases, and elaborate sculpture, located south of St. Petersburg.
- Malaysia - Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur features not only a series of fascinating caves but a century-old Hindu temple. The temple is accessed via colorful rainbow steps, themselves a popular tourist attraction.
- Hong Kong - The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is awe-inspiring to witness in person. At 34 miles, it's the longest sea-spanning bridge in the world.
- Greece - Santorini remains a must-visit: With its whitewashed houses perched on cliffs overlooking the sea, it's exactly what you picture when you think of Greece.
- Austria - The baroque Schloss Hellbrunn palace outside Salzburg dates back four centuries. Exploring its vast interior is best paired with a stroll through its romantic courtyard.
- Japan - Japan's cherry blossom season in early April adds magical beauty to the country's landscapes. During the Hanami celebration to welcome spring, revelers eat, drink, sing and dance beneath the fragrant pink blossoms.
- United Kingdom - The Tower of London is a medieval castle that houses the famed crown jewels, including dazzling scepters and crowns dating back centuries.
- Thailand - The Phi Phi Islands are idyllic and popular among locals as well as tourists. Plan a trip to the island for the future, and take care of the natural environment when you're there.
- Germany - Brandenburg Gate, which dates back to 1791, is the only remaining town gate in Berlin. Famously, it was from here that Ronald Reagan proclaimed, "Mr. Gorbachov – tear down this wall!" Since the fall of the Berlin Wall, the gate has become a powerful symbol of unity.
- Mexico - Chichen Itza, the ancient Mayan settlement, is a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to A.D. 750 to 1200.
- Turkey - Antalya's Old Town features Ottoman mosques, Roman towers, and an ancient harbor lined with bustling modern-day cafes. Splendid beaches also await in the area.
- Italy - Visit Sicily's ancient ruins and temperate beaches and get away from the fuss of cities.
- China - Zhaoxing Village is flanked by mountains and touts five drum towers representing five good manners in Chinese tradition: benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom, and trust.
- United States - Get a taste of the country's natural frontiers by exploring Utah's Mighty 5: Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reed, and Zion national parks.
- Spain - Hiking at the Camino de Santiago, known as "The Way," for a pilgrimage across northern Spain.
- France - Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre in Northern France, is a sight truly like no other: a medieval monastery perched atop a solitary island.
Written By Tanu
Edited By Vijaya
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