“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” – is the most beautiful travel quote by St Augustine. It beautifully captures the true essence of travelling. It conveys the importance and need of travelling in one’s life. Apart from the opportunity of exposure to new & different cultures, travelling has a therapeutic value attached to it as well. So here we have a list of top 10 most visited cities in the world 2019 to give you some major travel goals. Travelling provides a rejuvenating experience and has become the most famous leisure activity these days for everyone be it couples, families or travel enthusiasts.
The list is based on the Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index which ranks the cities on the volume of the visitors and the future forecast of those cities in the current year.
So, let’s start our journey and get to know the top 10 most visited cities in the world of the year 2019
10Antalya, Turkey
At number 10 is the beautiful Turkish resort city, Antalya. According to the reports, approx 12.41 million overnight visitors visit this city almost every year and more are set to visit this place in the upcoming year. This city is famous for its gorgeous beaches and yacht rides. In addition to this, Antalya also occupies historical significance as it has been a major Roman port in the ancient times.
9Tokyo, Japan
Next, at number 9 is the magical capital city of Japan, Tokyo. Tokyo has acquired more limelight ever since it was announced that it will host the 2020 Olympics. More and more visitors are visiting this city every year and it is setting major travel goals for instagrammers. Famous for Anime, manga, video games and electronics, Tokyo is always ahead in providing a visual delight to its visitors. Also, it is the best place for food lovers as Tokyo is the home to 1,60,000 eateries with the most number of celebrity chefs than any other place.
8Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is the second Turkish city to appear in this list and holds the position number 8. This city is world famous for its rich history and culture. Historically referred to as Constantinople and Byzantium, Istanbul has served as the focal point of several ancient empires. In moder times, it attracts the tourists for its stunning mosques & mosaics, maginificent structures, along with its breathtaking skyscrapers and malls.
7New York City, USA
Next in the line comes New York City of USA at number 7. The charm of this cosmopolitan city never seems to fade away or die. New York continues to attract more and more travel enthusiasts with each succeeding year. It has acquired such a special status in the whole world that you have to visit this city once in your lifetime. The Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park are some of the main tourist attractions to name a few.
6Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Home to the famous iconic landmark, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur of Malaysia comes at number 6. It is the economic hub and one of the premium shopping destination of Southeast Asia. Kuala Lumpur has a lot to offer like Batu Caves, culturally enriching street markets, botanical gardens and much more to its prestigious visitors.
5Singapore
At number 5 comes the city state Singapore. Apart from being the financial hub, Singapore is popular for its cleanliness. It has the most strict laws for cleanliness and littering. The sight of greenery amidst the roads and the Marina Bay skyline are something to look out for.
4Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Possessing the worlds tallest building Burj Khalifa and a home to 911 high rises, Dubai occupies the position number 4 in this list. Dubai has always been an all time favourite tourist destination. The shopping malls that come with mammoth aquariums and indoor ski slopes make Dubai the most luxurios city in the entire world.
3London, England
London used to be the 2nd most visited city in the world but has now seen a decrease in its visitors due to which it has now come to number 3rd. As the capital of Britain, London is a well known site for many magnificent ancient buildings, Trafalgar Square, London Eye, Big Ben, etc. It is also a home to several exquisite Art Galleries.
2Paris, France
Coming on the 2nd position is the city of love, Paris. Also known as the ‘City of Light’, the streets of Paris overflow with art, history, culture, and beauty. This city is the proud owner of many timeless beauties like the lofty Notre-Dame cathedral, the majestic Arc de Triomphe and the iconic Eiffel Tower. Along with all this Paris is the favorite city of all the fashionistas and art lovers.
1Bangkok, Thailand
And ruling at number 1 is none other than the city of Bangkok. It is best known for its world renowned street food, and is a home to some of the best international restaurants in Asia. Bangkok is popular for its market culture and the Chatuchak Weekend Market is the king of them all. Also, Bangkok is famous for its floating markets and the glorified – The Grand Palace which is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
