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Our planet is replete with sights, however, among them, some are more popular among tourists, while others are less popular. Journalists of the publication Travel Leisure We decided to find out which sights are visited the most. They interviewed many institutions in different countries involved in tourism, and compiled their list of the most visited places.

1. Grand Istanbul Bazaar (Istanbul, Türkiye)

The big Istanbul bazaar won this specific rating. It is one of the largest indoor markets in the world. It is located in the old part of the city, occupying 30.7 thousand square meters. m. Within the large bazaar there are 66 streets with more than 4000 shops and stores. Every day more than half a million buyers and tourists come here. The bazaar has an incredible assortment: antiques, jewelry, carpets, leather, textiles, wood and ceramics, souvenirs, etc. Restaurants, mosques, and springs also work here. People even live here and are buried right there.

2. Constitution Square or Zocalo Square (Mexico City, Mexico)

This square is one of the largest in the world. It was founded by the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century on the very spot where in former times the center of the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan was located. Nowadays, this square is unusually lively, people here like to sit on benches, just on high curbs or stone steps. Every year, 85 million people pass through it.

3. Times Square (New York, USA)

For many years, New York's famous Times Square has been known as the most popular tourist attraction in the world. But in last years it was relegated to third place, despite a very respectable number of visitors - about 50 million of them are recruited annually. Until now, this central New York area is a meeting place for many locals, serves as a backdrop for the filming of many Hollywood films and theater stages. Here are concentrated in a huge number of boutiques, operas, restaurants, cafes, entertainment and museum complexes. Times Square these days is relatively safe place, in which tourists are not transferred around the clock. For an atmosphere of unbridled fun, there are no breaks here, presentations, master classes, various introductions and concerts are immediately held.

4. Central Park (New York, USA)

The famous Central Park has long become one of the most prominent symbols of the American business and financial capital. Approximately 40 million people walk through its territory every year. The park is located on an area of ​​3.4 square meters. km. It began to be built back in 1853, when New York began to grow at a rapid pace, and it was decided to leave part of the territory untouched, making it " green lungs» metropolis. This is not a classic park, as one might think. Rather, it is an ennobled forest, in which bizarre gnarled trees create an amazing atmosphere around the summer theater. New Yorkers love to play sports here, breathe fresh air, run, relax with families or in the company of friends.

5. Train Station (Washington, USA)

Up to 40 million people come to this station every year. This united station is located in the center American capital, not so far from the Capitol building. The station was built in 1907 and became one of the largest transportation hubs in the United States.

6. Las Vegas Strip (Las Vegas, USA)

This section of Las Vegas Boulevard is 6,800 meters long and hosts 19 of the 25 largest hotels in the world in terms of number of rooms. Every year, 30.5 million people who want to try their luck stop here.

7. Meiji Jingu Shrine (Tokyo, Japan)

This Tokyo temple was built only a little over a hundred years ago and is dedicated to the imperial couple Meiji and Shoken. Nowadays, at least 30 million visitors come to it every year. But, despite such a pilgrimage, calmness and silence reign here, since the temple is surrounded by a large forest, numbering about 100 thousand trunks.

8. Senso-ji (Tokyo, Japan)

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This is the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo, which appeared here in 628, and is also known as the Temple of the Goddess Kannon. Every year it is visited by up to 30 million people. This is the main attraction of Tokyo's Asakusa district. The construction of the temple was completed in 645, at a time when the darkness of the Dark Ages descended on Europe.

9. Niagara Falls (USA and Canada)

This powerful waterfall is approached by 21.6 million tourists every year, which is not surprising, since the waterfall makes an indelible impression at any time of the year. The short but high-water Niagara River connects two bodies of water from the Great Lakes system - Erie and Ontario. It is she who falls from a 50-meter ledge, and the width of the waterfall exceeds a kilometer. Niagara Falls is one of the natural wonders of North America. You can view it from several observation platforms from the American and Canadian sides.

10. Central Station (New York, USA)

This world's largest train station receives up to 21.6 million non-passenger visitors each year.

11. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Mexico City, Mexico)

This is the largest temple in the world dedicated to the Virgin Mary, 20 million people come to it every year. Pilgrims from all over the world flock to this Catholic shrine. The temple was built on unreliable marshy soil, so it constantly settled and flooded. Without waiting for its final destruction, the authorities closed it for a long restoration, after which its doors were reopened to parishioners. Together with the restoration of the old basilica in 1974, they began to build a new basilica nearby, designed by the architect Pedro Ramirez Vasquez. Already in 1976, she began to work. Thanks to the circular layout, the image of the Virgin can be seen from any corner of the building. The building has a diameter of 100 m and can accommodate 10 thousand parishioners, but if the upper chapels are opened at the same time, then the audience increases to 50 thousand.

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12. Magic Kingdom of Disney Worlds (Orlando, USA)

Opened in 1971, this Disney amusement park attracts 18.5 million people every year.

13. Faenuel Hall Market (Boston, USA)

This bustling Boston market houses goods from all over the world. About 18 million people visit it every year. The market building was designated a National Historic Monument in 1960. A weather vane in the form of a grasshopper rotates on its tower, which has become a kind of symbol of the city. At the time of colonization, English spies were identified with its help - whoever did not know what was on the tower was a spy.

14. Disneyland (Tokyo, Japan)

The first Disneyland outside the United States was the Tokyo amusement park, which opened in 1983. Up to 17.2 million people come here every year. The park is located in Chiba Prefecture, on the outskirts of the capital, and later a fellow Disney Sea appeared next to it, as well as five hotels designed for families with children.

15. Disneyland in Anaheim (California, USA)

Every year 16.2 million visitors come here to have fun. This amusement park was built in 1955, and Walt Disney himself led the project. It is he who is the patriarch of all Disneylands.

16. Forbidden City (Beijing, China)

This was the name of the residence of former Chinese emperors belonging to the Qing and Ming dynasties. IN forbidden city about 800 buildings. For five centuries this place was strictly closed to the whole world, but now 15.3 million visitors come to it every year.

17. Golden Gate National Recreation Area (San Francisco, USA)

14.2 million people come to this green place every year to have a picnic or just relax. Golden Gate Park is located in the very center of San Francisco, performing the function of "lungs" for the city. Until 1871, there were sand dunes in its place. And now there is a large network of walking and cycling paths, several ponds have been created, 5,000 species of flora have been planted, several museums operate, and there is even a corral for buffaloes. Of particular interest here are the California Museum of the Academy of Sciences, the De Young Museum, the Botanical Garden, the Japanese Tea Garden, and the Steinhart Aquarium.

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18. Disney Sea (Tokyo, Japan)

This theme park entertainment is dedicated to the maritime theme, maritime legends and myths are played here. At least 14 million visitors come here every year. When this park opened in 2001, after about 300 days, the 10 millionth visitor came here. Children here will meet their favorite characters: Captain Nemo, Sinbad the Sailor, Indiana Jones, as well as mermaids and pirates. Here you can ride in Venetian gondolas, water rides and even take an underwater trip.

19. Notre Dame Cathedral (Paris, France)

This masterpiece gothic architecture 14 million tourists visit each year. No less famous is its other name - Notre Dame Cathedral. By the way, it is a zero reference point - all distances in France are measured from here.

20. Balboa Park (San Diego, USA)

Large tourist centre located in San Diego is called Balboa Park. It includes many historical buildings of the XIX-XX centuries, built in Spanish colonial style, museums, beautiful gardens. Every year over 12 million visitors come here to relax. The axis of the park is the central alley of El Prado, along which museums are lined up, which, with their architecture, are more reminiscent of magnificent palaces in colonial Spanish style with many decorative elements. It has a number of beautiful themed gardens. So, for example, in Japanese garden there are indispensable ponds with goldfish, picturesque paths leading to a tea house built from rice paper.

21. South Street of the Seaport (New York, USA)

In the 19th century, buildings were built in the New York waterfront, the embankment was decorated, and the streets were paved. This place was called "the street of sails", which turned into a city landmark. 12 million people come here every year.

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22. Waterfront of the city of San Antonio (Texas, USA)

For a long time, in its place there was an ordinary shore overgrown with weeds, until at some point the authorities decided to ennoble it. Having spent 72 million dollars on this, they received a picturesque place where not only local residents began to visit, but also thousands of tourists. In total, 11.5 million people walk along it a year. The authors of the project decided to give the embankment, located on both banks of the San Antonio River, a Spanish-Mexican style - after all, these lands used to belong to Mexico.

23. Disneyland at Lake Buena Vista (Florida, USA)

The famous amusement park, covering 12,000 hectares, has become one of the largest in the world entertainment complexes. 11.2 million visitors come here every year. It includes 4 theme parks, 24 theme hotels, 2 water parks, countless entertainment venues, restaurants, cafes and shops.

24. St. Peter's Basilica (Vatican)

In that huge temple 45 altars, 11 chapels, hundreds of statues. The best masters, architects and artists of the Renaissance and Baroque worked on the basilica. Every year, this heart of the Catholic world is visited by 11 million people. St. Peter's Basilica is the second largest Christian church in the world. It itself is an incredibly revered shrine, where pilgrims flock from all over the world. In front of the Basilica lies the majestic St. Peter's Square.

25. Great Wall of China (China)

This grandiose ancient Chinese building is the only one built by human hands that can be seen from space with the naked eye. Its endless defensive chains were built in different periods of time and they were intended to protect the empire from the raids of northern nomads. Every year, 10.7 million tourists from all over the world come to the specially restored section of the wall.

How many attractions do you think are located on the territory of the largest country in the world? We think no one will name the exact number, because there are so many amazingly beautiful and unique places in Russia!

This country is rich in both natural and man-made attractions, it will surprise you with historical buildings and cultural traditions. In Russia, you can find both incredibly beautiful wooden churches and picturesque corners created by nature for a pleasant stay.

Certainly, most of tourists begin their acquaintance with Russia from Moscow and St. Petersburg, where the tourist infrastructure is especially well developed. However, today tours are becoming more and more popular, for example, on the lakes of Karelia, on Baikal and Altai.

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Probably the most famous Russian temple, bright and unusual, a real visiting card not only of Moscow, but of the whole country. St. Basil's Cathedral is remarkable not only for its location right on Red Square, but also for its history, architecture, original decoration and a collection of icons and church valuables.

2. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square

The Kremlin is not just an amazing historical building, but also a symbol of Russian power. It takes a very long time to talk about everything that can be seen on the expanses of Red Square and the Kremlin, this object is still the subject of study by scientists and creates new legends. Of course, visiting Russia and not visiting her heart would be a huge omission!

Every schoolchild knows that Baikal has the deepest depth on the planet. But to say it's just the most deep lake- means not to note the amazing atmosphere and beauty of this place. Be sure to rate the cleanliness blue ice Lake Baikal, its amazingly delicious fish and just take a break from the bustle of the city alone with nature.

This valley looks like it was transferred from another planet. This is the most extensive territory with geysers in the world and the only one in all of Eurasia! If you want to see one of the Seven Wonders of Russia, take a helicopter tour, which is conducted according to strict rules and only under the supervision of a guide.

Is it amazing creation on an island on Lake Onega and is unique in its kind. The openwork church, built, just imagine, without a single nail, exclusively with an ax, the bell tower, a beautiful fence and the unique color of the Kizhi ensemble leave no one indifferent.

6. Kazan Kremlin

It is not simple historical object cultural heritage, and a museum-reserve, the only center of Tatar culture and traditions on the planet. The Kazan Kremlin has been perfectly preserved, retaining its unique features and appearance. This Tatar fortress is located in the very center of Kazan, so you definitely won’t pass by.

Built back in the 16th century, the Kremlin in Novgorod surprises with impregnable walls with narrow loopholes, blind towers stretching for several levels, and fortifications. The Cathedral of the Archangel Michael is also located here. Until now, the Kremlin remains cultural and administrative center city, there are two museums and the Center for Contemporary Art.

Of course, the ring is symbolic, uniting eight ancient Russian cities. Routes along the Golden Ring have become very popular weekend tours, during which you can see the most interesting places in Suzdal, Vladimir, Rostov the Great and so on. Monasteries, churches, original souvenirs and just beautiful nature will make a trip around the Golden Ring memorable and interesting.

A masterpiece of world architecture, an elegant building that stands on a meadow, in a place where the Nerl River joins the Klyazma. This architectural monument is surely called the most lyrical, unusual and beautiful. The temple, standing alone on the banks of the river, harmoniously blended into the surrounding nature, it seems to be an integral part of it.

The largest Russian museum, which has collected a lot of masterpieces by Russian masters and not only. Starting with a private collection, today the Tretyakov Gallery is known throughout the world and is a federal museum. You can wander through the halls of this gallery for hours, and many paintings deserve a separate story, so great importance they have for world culture.

11. Hermitage

This St. Petersburg museum magnificently celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2014 and is one of the most extensive collections of artistic masterpieces on the planet. The Hermitage collection contains more than 3 million exhibits, including not only paintings, but also sculptures, numismatics, archaeological artifacts, as well as objects of applied art.

One of the most important, significant opera and ballet theaters on the planet. The Bolshoi Theatre, which not so long ago "survived" a large-scale reconstruction, is located in the center of Moscow and attracts not only theater-goers, but also those who would just like to get to know its features and magnificent decoration. We warn you that it will not be easy to get tickets for the premiere at the Bolshoi Theater, and their price may unpleasantly surprise the provincials.

Luxurious, truly royal residence near St. Petersburg, founded by Peter the Great, is known for its parks and fountains, magnificent decoration of the Grand Palace and pavilions. The system of cascades and fountains of Peterhof is the largest in the world! Moreover, all the fountains are decorated in the same style, with numerous sculptures.

The most famous street Moscow, sung by poets, writers and artists. Now the Arbat is the most touristic street in the capital, closed to cars and famous for its souvenir shops, shops, street musicians and artists. It is nice to sit in a cafe here, just take a walk along the street, which has retained its historical charm.

Mamaev Kurgan during the Great Patriotic War played a very large strategic importance became the scene of bloody battles. Now located here memorial Complex, the most noticeable part of which was the statue "Motherland Calls". The complex has become the most visited in Russia, due to its location it is clearly visible from a distance of tens of kilometers.

The need to build bridges that should connect different parts of Vladivostok scattered along the banks of the Golden Horn has been discussed for more than a hundred years. However, this large-scale project, which changed the face of the city, was only realized in 2012. Now Vladivostok is adorned with two of the largest cable-stayed bridges in the country, and the bridge to Russky Island with the longest span on the planet is included in the Guinness Book of Records.

The Manpupuner Plateau is located in the northern part of the Urals and is famous for its weathering pillars - massive stone statues created by nature. Now it is a reserve, which can be visited only on the basis of a special permit. The height of individual pillars reaches 42 meters; this place was important in the religious beliefs of the Mansi.

This is the pearl of the Urals - an ice cave, which is considered the most beautiful of all the gypsum caves on the planet. Today the Kungur cave, located in the ancient city, is the only one in the country specially equipped for excursions. You can walk between the frozen "sculptures" of ice and stone, visit the restaurant at the entrance and stay right at the local hotel.

It is noteworthy that the inhabitants of Kamchatka are not afraid of their volcanoes. They are not very active, decorating the landscape with their dark silhouettes. Which of the Kamchatka volcanoes is the most beautiful? You can argue about this for a very long time! Usually called Kronotsky, Koryaksky and Klyuchevsky volcanoes, which have become real symbols of the region, as the highest.

This natural Park located in Yakutia, on the Lena River. Boat tours along the majestic pillars created by nature, simply striking in their size and unusual appearance, are very popular. In general, the complex consists of two separate sections, occupying total area about 81 thousand hectares.

This is already a landmark, if you can call it the largest hydroelectric power station in the country, created by man. It took a very long time to build the Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP, faced with such difficulties as cracks in the dam. In 2009, the station experienced major accident, it was only possible to restore it in the fall of 2014.

According to legend, after Russian troops took Kazan in the 16th century, the mosque was burned to the ground, and Kul Sharif himself, the warrior and prophet of Muhammad, was killed. However, the outlines of that mosque remained, which simply amazed the conquerors. As a result, Ivan the Terrible repeated them in St. Basil's Cathedral. The mosque in Kazan was rebuilt and opened in 2005 and has now become an ornament of the whole city.

23. Shikhans in Bashkiria

This is the highest rocky massif of the entire Upper Urals, three mountains that appear to be warriors protecting this region - Kush-Tau, Tra-Tau and Yurak-Tau, the three brothers of Shikhan. The fourth mountain was almost completely used in the extraction of raw materials for the plant in Sterlitamak. Shikhany in Bashkiria are known for their wonderful nature and amazing geology - they are from coral reefs, because the Ural Sea once raged here.

The highest mountain in Russia. And if we take into account the fact that there is still no clear border between Europe and Asia, then throughout the European territory. Of course, not everyone can climb its 5642 meters, but the surroundings of Elbrus still enjoy the fame of one of the most beautiful regions Russia, with its ancient history and special atmosphere.

The Trans-Siberian is the longest railway line in the world. This highway stretches for 9298 kilometers! Almost across the country. Transsib connects European part Russia with Siberia and the Far Eastern regions, plays a huge role in the history and economy of the country. The construction of the Trans-Siberian began in 1891, so now the authorities intend to reconstruct the line.

Steppes and tundra, semi-deserts and mountains, the purest lakes and amazing caves, fast rivers and alpine meadows. In the Golden Mountains of Altai, cedar forests have been preserved, it is here that the highest mountain of Siberia - Belukha, the Altai pearl - Lake Teletskoye and a lot of other interesting things are located.

Just a few kilometers from the outskirts of Krasnoyarsk is the Stolby nature reserve, which was founded back in 1925. main feature reserve - cliffs that rise above the taiga, surprising with their variety of shapes and colors, as well as sizes - up to 100 meters. The nature of the Stolby reserve is very beautiful and diverse, which attracts tourists.

One of the most inaccessible nature reserves not only in Russia, but throughout the world, is located in the Arctic and is primarily known as a favorite place for polar bears, whose females breed their cubs here. In winter, Wrangel Island is very deserted, but in summer, on a polar day, you can come to admire the untouched nature of the Arctic.

It makes no sense to describe the most famous Russian ship. Everyone who studied in a Soviet school is well aware of the song dedicated to him, and the history, and participation in the 1917 revolution. Now it is a museum cruiser, which has now left the "eternal parking" and went to the shipyards for a major overhaul. The Aurora should return to the berth of the northern capital in 2016.

Yakutia is the coldest of all inhabited regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It was the settlement of Oymyakon that was recognized as the coldest place - the temperature here dropped to minus 71.2 degrees! In honor of this, a memorial sign, the so-called "Pole of Cold", was erected. At the same time, already at minus 50 degrees, local residents hear the “whisper of the stars”, a noise that looks more like wind or falling grains. It actually freezes the person's breath.

Aug 31, 2015

There are so many amazing, famous and not so amazing places on Earth, getting into which, you involuntarily feel like a small part of the majestic universe. When planning a vacation, some dream of being in paradise and enjoy comfortable rest, others are looking for exciting tourist routes, where each new day will give an unforgettable experience of what they saw natural beauties and attractions, and still others want to combine business with pleasure. Given this diversity of interests, website selected for you the best tourist places in the world, many of which occupy the first lines in the rankings of the most interesting places on the planet and are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

1. Colorful villages of the Cinque Terre in Italy

Five bright villages located on the steep cliffs of the Cinque-Terre National Park (Cinque-Terre), do not look like a resort area with developed infrastructure. This amazing Italian outback far from civilization and therefore, probably, it attracts tourists from all over the world with its genuine simplicity of life. Plain and dissimilar villages, where to this day, as if strung together, there are low-rise houses of local residents, however, are full of sights and legends. So travelers will not have questions about what to do and what to see. An indelible impression will leave a walk along a ten-kilometer trail that unites all the villages. You will not find such picturesque landscapes, winding paths and turns anywhere else in the world! And for the young spouses, the section of the trail, called the dear love since ancient times, will become symbolic.

2. Vine roads in Switzerland

The best walking tour through the vineyards and villages awaits visitors to the Swiss province of Martigny. Six kilometers of vine roads (The Chemins des Vignes) - such a tourist route is laid along the alpine slopes, lined with man-made terraces for vineyards. Magnificent landscapes, the purest mountain air and the serenity of rural life have made this place popular among tireless tourists.

3. Colored lakes at the top of Kelimutu in Indonesia

Three multi-colored lakes, shrouded in mystical beliefs about the souls of dead people living in them, are hidden from prying eyes in the crater of the majestic Kelimutu volcano at an altitude of almost 1700 meters. The "Lake of the Elderly", the adjacent "Lake of Boys and Girls" and the "Enchanted Lake" periodically change their color from black to turquoise, green and red under the influence of chemical reactions between the minerals in them. It is best to admire the lakes early in the morning or after twelve o'clock in the afternoon, when they are not covered by a veil of fog.

4. Age-old salt mines in Peru

The mesmerizing salt mosaic - the brainchild of the resourceful Incas - is one of the most interesting tourist places in the world. It would seem, what can attract salt baths, from which to this day salt is extracted manually?! Multi-stage terraces will not only be a brilliant find for photographers in every sense, but on a sunny day they will amaze impressionable tourists with the multicolored salt landscapes. And everyone has the opportunity to check for themselves whether it is easy to extract salt!

5. Monasteries of Meteora in Greece

The clear waters of the Pinios River, which form the Thessalian valley, hug the mighty rocks, immersed in the greenery of the forests... The harmony of nature and the harmony of the spirit! For 15 centuries, the history of this most popular tourist route in the world has been counted. Despite the fact that only 6 monasteries survived (4 male and 2 female) out of 24 built, Meteora (Meteora) is a real pillar of Orthodoxy. Soaring six hundred meters high cliffs that were once the bottom ancient sea, became a reliable foundation for monastic buildings. Climbing the stone steps, you involuntarily think about how difficult the staircase to heaven is. But that is precisely why the power of the monastic feat and God-given grace are felt so strongly.

6. The mysterious rock of Uluru in Australia

Monumental - 0.35 km high, 3.6 km long and 3 km wide - the orange-brown chameleon rock Uluru, located on the territory of the National Park, has become one of the most interesting tourist destinations in the world due to its ability to change color in depending on the time of day: from deep purple at dawn, bright red and pink in the morning to gold by noon. Indented by numerous caves and reservoirs, it keeps the history of ancient tribes in fantastic rock paintings. On the sacred path of the local Anangu tribe, you can climb to the top of the cliff, from where a truly breathtaking view of the surroundings opens during the day, and in the evening you can admire the carnival of the starry sky.

7. Ko Poda Islands in Thailand

The islands of Koh Poda in the province of Krabi are considered to be the most popular tourist destination in the world. Tourists tired of entertainment come here by boat for peace and quiet. Spreading palm trees, the purest snow-white beach, transparent sea ​​water, a coral reef with exotic fish and stunning views of the rocks of the Railay Peninsula will give paradisaic delight. And not far from the island of Poda, there is a local attraction - a hundred-meter rock island Ma Tang Ming, also known as one of the best diving spots in the center of Krabi.

8. Isle of Skye in Scotland

Skye is the largest and most unusual island in Scotland. Typical Scottish landscapes: desert, hilly, with rocks, lakes and green meadows where sheep roam, are surprisingly interspersed with tropical oases, which arose under the influence of the Gulf Stream washing the island. Palm trees and rhododendrons bloom here in October too! Isle of Skye - favorite place for rest and work of creative natures. There are a lot of little ones here. art museums. Climbers from all over the world flock here to conquer the peaks. mountain range Cullin, called the Scottish Alps.

9. The blue town of Chefchaouen in Morocco

All fans of small cozy places on Earth will like this glorious tourist town, which began its history in the 15th century with the construction of a small fortress, which is now one of the attractions of Chefchaouen. The blue color brought popularity to this town: it is in the bright shades of blue that the walls of houses and sidewalks in Chefchaouen are painted. Unforgettable impressions will leave walking along the stone narrow and winding streets, warm gatherings in cafes, climbing the mountains and visiting the most beautiful parks and reserves: Talassemtana, Talembot and Bukhashem.

10. Bryce Canyon in the USA

Bryce Canyon National Park is located in Utah and covers an area of ​​145 km². It is a majestic miraculous amphitheater, consisting of bizarre orange, pink and creamy hoodoo rocks, the shape of which is tirelessly adjusted by the most unpredictable sculptor in the world - nature itself. Sharp peaks are replaced by mysterious turrets or spiers directed upwards. The slopes of Bryce Canyon are surrounded by bright green dense coniferous forests and mountain meadows, which soften the warlike landscape and make it charming. But Bryce Canyon presents its most spectacular sight at dawn, at sunset and in winter - that's when the parade of fantastic shades unfolds!

11. Camiguin Volcanic Island in the Philippines

Surrounded by lush greenery, Camiguin Island can be called the pearl of the Philippine archipelago for a reason. Just imagine: tropical climate, gorgeous white beaches and caressing azure waters ocean, amazing 50-meter waterfalls and hot springs, seven active volcanoes and first-class diving, unique flora and fauna! And if you climb to the top of Mount Hibok-Hibok, then fantastic views will appear to your eyes! A local attraction and tourist find is a huge white cross, which is installed on the site of a cemetery sunk in the sea.

12. The many faces of Cape Town in South Africa

Capital of the multinational Western Cape Province and legislative capital South Africa, the southernmost African city nestled near the legendary Cape of Good Hope, Cape Town is of great interest to tourists from all over the world. Even the architecture of the city itself is a popular tourist route. A vibrant mosaic of historic and ultra-modern buildings creates the unique flavor of Cape Town, as if walking around the city, you are making a journey through time. This is especially evident when visiting the colorful district of Bo-Kaap, where the descendants of slaves live.
wonderful climate, natural wealth, excellent infrastructure will make a beach holiday unforgettable and allow you to enjoy the popular surfing here. The best tourist places in Cape Town are, of course, Table Mountain - the main lighthouse for sailors, Victoria and Alfred Harbor - the focus of shopping and entertainment centers, the stunning beauty of the Kirstenbosch botanical garden, the Aquarium of Two Oceans, where the inhabitants of the Atlantic and Indian oceans are represented. A huge number of cultural centers, national museums and art galleries, historical monuments and objects will not let the most demanding guests of Cape Town get bored.

13. Impressive Cappadocia in Turkey

Fairy-tale Cappadocia, symbolized by mushrooms with hats, fully justifies its definition. Strange landscapes created by volcanic eruptions and weathering of rocks seem unreal, coming from childhood dreams. Imagine only the mysterious natural labyrinths in which the first Christians hid during the period of persecution, mountains and rocks in the form of cones, pyramids, stone pillars and freaks! Tourists will have to observe the bizarre landscapes of Cappadocia from the height of a balloon flight. But the popularity of this place is also brought by the “Open Air Museum”, which brings together noteworthy travelers, ancient rock churches and monasteries with some preserved frescoes of times that have sunk into oblivion.

14. Halong Bay in Vietnam

Ha Long Bay, beloved by tourists, is one of the most beautiful and mysterious places in the world, covered with ancient legends. Two thousand stone blocks-islands, covered with luxurious greenery, are solemnly scattered over amazing, emerald-colored water. A lot of bewitching grottoes and caves, mirror lakes and waterfalls will amaze even the most unromantic natures and set you in a contemplative mood. Delightful landscapes combined with a wonderful climate are conducive to a relaxing holiday on snow-white beaches, skiing water skiing or jet ski, as well as excellent opportunities for camping and rock climbing.

15. Lake Tahoe in the USA

The most beautiful lake in North America, Lake Tahoe (Tahoe), whose crystal clear blue waters do not freeze in winter, is surrounded by amazing landscapes. mountain range Sierra Nevada. Coniferous forests and snow-covered rocks give the lake a unique charm. This lake district is famous for its beaches and ski resorts, several national parks, where dozens of hiking trails for lovers of ecotourism. Add to the natural resources a brilliantly developed infrastructure - and we have one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, where you can have a great rest at any time of the year.

16. Waterfall in Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia

The Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia belongs to the amazing tourist places of the world. On a territory of almost 30,000 hectares, 16 large and a huge number of small lakes, more than a hundred waterfalls and several dozen caves are picturesquely located. But the most striking sight is the Great Sastavci Waterfall. The crystal waters of the Plitvica and Korana rivers rush down from a 72-meter height in polyphonic silver jets.

17. Nemophila Blue Sea in Japan

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The most touching place in the world that brings out the best in a person, everything pure, is the Hitachi National Seaside Park in Japan, which occupies 120 hectares. There are no age-old trees or intricate shrubs here - here all year round, replacing each other, delicate flowers reign. They are not collected in elegant flower beds, but planted in huge fields, which is why suddenly a person begins to feel himself not the master of nature, but an integral part of it. Surprisingly, the world fame for the park was brought not by proud tulips and graceful poppies, but by millions of quivering nemophiles with airy petals that turn the earth into a blue ocean. Every year Hitachi Park hosts an enchanting flower festival called Nemophile Harmony.

Mother Russia is still great, not only in big cities, but in some villages you can find something little explored with great historical value, not to mention recognized sights. The main flows of foreign tourists are directed to Moscow and St. Petersburg, because here the infrastructure is better than anywhere else, the sights are heaped, of which there are so many that you can get acquainted with them for weeks. In addition, in the capital's hotels, the service is approaching European standards, and prices are even ahead of them. But other places in Russia are also becoming more and more popular.

1. Moscow

First of all, tourists go to the capital and are interested in the culture of the host country there. It is best to get acquainted with it in museums, and there are over 400 of them in the capital. Museum-apartments of various celebrities or museum-reserves are also popular. Foreigners tend to visit the famous Tretyakov Gallery. The most authentic photographs can be taken in the Kremlin and Red Square. You can often meet foreigners on the Arbat, Tverskaya Street and Theater Square.

2. St. Petersburg

The second largest Russian city is one of the most beautiful in the world, so the flow of tourists here does not weaken. For example, in 2015, 2.8 million foreigners and 3.7 million Russian tourists came here. The city is located at the mouth of the full-flowing Neva River, which flows into the Gulf of Finland. St. Petersburg has the status of an independent subject of the federation on a par with Moscow. It is not like other Russian cities, at least its historical center. The heart of the city was the stretched facade for 200 meters along the Neva Winter Palace. Catherine II built the Hermitage building next to it, where various works of art were brought. In our time, the Hermitage has absorbed the Winter Palace itself, and in total it includes 5 buildings, the exposition area of ​​​​which is second only to the Louvre. In the historical part of the city there are many neoclassical and baroque buildings. There are also many different churches in St. Petersburg. The dome of the amazing St. Isaac's Cathedral took more than 100 kg of gold leaf, and the Kazan Cathedral located on Nevsky Prospekt somewhat resembles the square with St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. There is also the Peter and Paul Cathedral, in the Imperial tomb of which all Russian emperors rest, with the exception of Peter II and Ivan VI. In 1998, the remains of Nicholas II and members of his family were transferred here. Drawbridges over the Neva became the symbol of the city, and riding along the canals and rivers of the city became a good entertainment.

3. Krasnodar Territory

The Krasnodar Territory has become perhaps the most popular holiday region in Russia. It contains many of the most popular resort cities: Sochi, Adler, Anapa, Gelendzhik. Not far from here is sunny Abkhazia with magnificent Lake Ritsa and pristine nature. Sochi is the most promoted, but therefore also the most expensive resort in the region, it has noticeably changed for the Winter Olympics. The largest oceanarium in the country is also located here. Also at the service of vacationers is a huge (50 hectares) arboretum and the Riviera amusement park. It is also worth mentioning the many waterfalls and caves, dolmens and mountain rivers.

4. Golden Ring of Russia

This is the name of the whole route, invented back in the days of the USSR and connecting several ancient cities Central Russia, rich in architectural and historical sights. Over the years, traveling along the Golden Ring has only gained in popularity. The route initially included 8 cities, but now their number has increased. It covers five regions: Moscow, Vladimir, Ivanovo, Kostroma and Yaroslavl. Tours are organized throughout the year.

Yaroslavl

This city is the largest of all included in the Golden Ring route. It is included in the list of World Heritage Sites formed by UNESCO. Urban development took shape in the 17th-18th centuries and serves as an excellent example of the mutual influence of the culture and architecture of Russia and Western Europe.

Vladimir

This city is a famous Russian historical and cultural center, one of the pearls of the Golden Ring. Together with Murom, he is one of ancient cities central Russia. This city-museum has preserved unique monuments related to XII century: Assumption and Dmitrievsky cathedrals, as well as the Golden Gate - they are protected by UNESCO. Here even the bank buildings of the hospital and shopping complex belong to the ancient monuments of architecture.

Kostroma

Kostroma was included in the "Golden Ring" because of the ancient Ipatiev Monastery and the unique urban development. Hero of the Russian-Polish war (1609 - 1618) Ivan Susanin was born in Kostroma. They decided to make it the homeland of the Snow Maiden. Kostroma is an ancient jewelry city - a third of all domestic jewelry is made in its district.

Suzdal

This is the smallest of the cities included in the Golden Ring. But even in this small old Russian town there are a lot of architectural sights (the Kremlin, monasteries, temples), as well as good hotels. Suzdal is like Russia in miniature - here priceless fragments of ancient Russian culture coexist with provincial outback.

5. Baikal

The deepest and most full-flowing lake on the planet - Baikal is located in Irkutsk region Eastern Siberia. Travelers from all over the world seek it. Olkhon Island is especially popular here - it is the only inhabited island on Baikal. A large flow of tourists who come to these parts seeks to get to the well-known healing properties. thermal springs Thalaya. The part of Baikal, separated by Olkhon, is called the Small Sea, it is especially lively. Even experienced tourists are impressed by the view of the luxurious Ukovsky waterfall, a powerful stream of which from a 50-meter height rushes into the gorge. The shores of Lake Baikal abound with caves and picturesque bays.

6. Kaliningrad region

The former Koenigsberg, and now Kaliningrad, has experienced a mixture of European and Russian culture and it is no coincidence that it is one of the most beautiful cities Russia. It has a huge number of monuments, museums and temples. In the Kaliningrad region, the Curonian Spit is especially famous, which now has the status of a national park. This is a very long (almost 100 km) narrow sandbar divided between Russia and Lithuania. On endless beaches curonian spit Lithuanian and German tourists are very fond of relaxing. There is a unique dancing forest”, in which the trees resemble snakes crawling out of the ground. Scientists have not yet found an explanation for this strange phenomenon.

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7. Karelia

This is a region with incredibly beautiful and diverse nature. There are over 60 thousand lakes in Karelia, the largest of which are Ladoga and Onega. Itineraries are very popular among travelers. amazing islands Kizhi and Valaam. Hiking trails are laid along the latter, walking along which you can admire the amazing nature, see the life of the rare inhabitants of the island and the monks of the local monastery. In Kizhi there is a museum of Karelian architecture, its best examples are protected by UNESCO. The Kivach nature reserve is very interesting; water cruises to Karelia starting from St. Petersburg are popular.

8. Kazan

Relatively recently, the capital of Tatarstan became one of the most popular tourist cities Russia, this was facilitated by the activities of the city authorities aimed at its improvement. This was also helped by the holding of the Universiade in 2013, which was preceded by a thorough preparation of the city. Today's Kazan is in many ways similar to European cities. Its main attraction is the Kremlin. Historically, Orthodox and Islamic cultures are closely intertwined in the city, so here the mosque peacefully coexists next to Orthodox church. Many Kazan families profess different religions, and spouses can be of different nationalities.

9. Nizhny Novgorod

This famous city on the banks of the Volga has long been an important economic and cultural center of Russia, attracting the attention of foreign tourists as well. In the center of the city there is a stone Kremlin built at the beginning of the 16th century, there are also many historical buildings of the 18th-20th centuries, monuments of Russian wooden architecture. From the upper city embankment, you can clearly see the confluence of the majestic Volga with the faster Oka.

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10. Altai

Altai is one of the most beautiful corners not only in Russia, but also in the rest of the world. Its endless mountain landscapes, glaciers, lakes, caves and stormy mountain streams amaze with its grandeur. There are excellent conditions for water and ski holidays or descents into mysterious caves. Among other attractions of Altai, Belukha Mountain, the highest point of Altai and Siberia, Denisova Cave, is especially popular among travelers. UNESCO took under protection the whole area - the "Golden Mountains of Altai", which includes the Katunsky and Altai reserves, Sailyugemsky national park, the Ukok Plateau and Lake Teletskoye - one of the 15 deepest lakes on Earth. Repeatedly the city of Belokurikha was recognized as the best Russian resort.

11. Adygea, Karachay-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria

Three small North Caucasian republics seem to be designed for active tourism. They are mostly mountainous, so the centers of domestic mountaineering are located here. Only the two-headed majestic Elbrus dream of conquering thousands of climbers. But Mount Cheget is considered more difficult in terms of climbing. There are many mountain lakes and caves. Particularly popular Blue Lakes, Tambukan Lake, Tsar's Crown Waterfall, Honey Waterfalls, Guam Gorge and Devil's Gate Pass.

The world has a huge number of places and attractions that you want to visit. All of them are something special and attract the attention of thousands of tourists every year. When planning your next trip, take a look at this list and maybe visiting one of these amazing places will leave you with a lasting impression.

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A large sinkhole located in the center of Lighthouse Reef, an atoll within the Belize Barrier Reef. The diameter of this natural wonder is 305 meters, and it goes 120 meters deep. blue hole annually attracts a huge number of divers from all over the world.

2) "Wave" in Arizona, USA

In the state of Arizona in the USA, there are rocks covered with intricate layered patterns that give this place an ethereal look. It is located near large settlements, therefore it has gained great popularity among tourists.

These chocolate hills are located on the island of Bohol in the Philippines. In total, there are more than 1200 such hills covered with greenery in this area.

This place in the Karakum desert in Turkmenistan, nicknamed the Gate to Hell, was formed after unsuccessful drilling in search of gas. During drilling in 1971, all equipment, including the drilling rig, fell into the resulting crater, which was filled with gas. To avoid accidents and poisoning, it was decided to set fire to this gas, and since then, it has continued to burn for more than 40 years.

IN Chinese province Hunan became the prototype of fantastic landscapes from the movie "Avatar". More than 3,000 sandy mountains rise to a height of up to 800 meters and are of great interest to tourists, especially after the success of Cameron's film.

One of the most accessible amazing places on the planet, many Russian tourists already managed to visit there, since Pamukkale is located just a few hours from the popular Turkish resort - Antalya. Pamukkale, which means “Cotton Castle”, is a snow-white terrace filled with water from mineral springs. The water in these terraces is believed to have healing properties.

7) Antelope Canyon, USA

Antelope Canyon is located in the southwestern United States, 240 kilometers from. Wind and water for many thousands of years have done a great job, which resulted in this amazing canyon of reddish-red flowers.

Do you know that the most active volcano is in Antarctica? Erebus Volcano (Ice Towers of Mount Erebus) was discovered on January 28, 1841 by an English expedition led by polar explorer Sir James Clark Ross on the ships Erebus and Terror. The height of this volcano is 3794 meters, which makes it one of the most high points Antarctica. Inside the volcano is a large lava lake.

9) Kasha-Katuwe-Tent Rocks Monument, USA

This national monument is located in the state of New Mexico, 60 kilometers from the city of Santa Fe and was formed due to the deposition of volcanic rocks.

10) Ischigualasto Natural Park, Argentina

This park, which is also called The Valley of the Moon, is located in the province of San Juan in Argentina. Not the most popular place among tourists, as it is located far from the main tourist routes, but this is where NASA tested its rovers. The landscape of this place looks alien.

11) Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia

Salt Lake (Salar de Uyuni) in Bolivia is located near Lake Titicaca - this is one of the most amazing and photogenic places on our planet. Everything in this area is saturated with salt, it is everywhere, but the most amazing sight happens when it rains and everything is covered with a thin layer of water, the ideal surface of which turns into a mirror.

12) Landscape Danxia (Danxia Landform), China

It may seem that this incredible landscape is just the result of the work of Photoshop, but it is a real geological feature, formed due to the overlay of sandstone and other mineral rocks. This natural site is located in the Chinese province of Gansu. In 2010, the Danxia Landscape was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

13) Crystal Cave of the Giants, Mexico

This cave with the largest crystals in the world was found recently in 2000 near the city of Chihuahua in Mexico. These giants are up to 15 meters long and 1.5 meters wide and are composed of zinc-silver-lead salts. The cave has a special climate (almost 60 degrees Celsius and 100% humidity), in which a person cannot spend more than 5-10 minutes.

14) Dry Valleys, Antarctica

The dry valley is the territory of three oasis valleys (Victoria, Wright, Taylor) in Antarctica to the west of McMurdo Sound. hurricane winds, lack of precipitation, low temperatures created a unique climate in this place. Rare lakes have long turned into ice wells, in which, according to some scientists, unknown microorganisms live.

15) Socotra Island, Yemen

Socotra is an archipelago in Indian Ocean, consisting of 4 islands, located off the coast of Somalia. These islands have preserved unique plant and animal life, many of which can only be found here. The symbol of the archipelago is the endemic dragon tree.

16)Giants Causeway, Ireland

More than 40,000 basalt columns form a path that leads to the foot of the volcano, thanks to the eruption of which these amazing columns arose. The Trail of the Giants is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northern Ireland.

17) Kliluk Lake, the Spotted Lake, Canada

The local native Indians consider this lake to be sacred. The water of this lake has bright colors, as it is saturated with sodium sulfates, calcium, magnesium and other minerals. During the hot season, the water in the lake dries up and many small puddles form, which have different colors, depending on which element of the periodic table prevails in them.

18) Pulpit or Preikestolen, Norway

Preikestolen Rock - a favorite place for photographers and just tourists, is a huge rock-cliff with a flat area of ​​25 by 25 meters. The height of the cliff is 604 meters and from its top opens beautiful view to the surrounding landscape. Preikestolen Rock is one of Norway's most popular attractions.

19) Plitvice Lakes, Croatia

Plitvice Lakes are the main attraction of Croatia. There are 16 large and several small lakes, about 20 mysterious caves and 120 waterfalls. In this place, you can find many species of plants and animals that are unique and found only in the Plitvice Lakes region, so they are strictly protected by UNESCO.

20) Cappadocia, Türkiye

Cappadocia, or "Land of beautiful horses" - unique place located in the Göreme Valley in Turkey. Cappadocia is almost a whole world that is hidden in caves of volcanic origin, there are houses, monasteries, unique multi-tiered underground cities and much more, all this appeared before our era. This unique place is rightfully popular with tourists coming to Turkey.

21) Yellowstone National Park, USA

Yellowstone National Park is a unique natural park known throughout the world. The most famous and most visited national park in the United States. Yellowstone is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This park is located on the territory of three states at once: Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. Yellowstone is famous for its unique geological objects: geysers, geothermal springs and the largest dormant volcano of the entire continent - Caldera.

22) Tunnel of love in the city of Klevan, Ukraine

This tunnel of trees envelops the railway tracks that pass near the city of Klevan. Because of its amazing beauty and romance, this place is called the Tunnel of Love. In summer, when the tunnel is in its prime, newlyweds like to come here, taking a photo against its background is considered a good sign.

23) Corinth Canal, Greece

It is impossible to believe that this channel was created by human hands. The construction of the Corinth Canal began under the emperor Nero in 67 BC, and ended only in 1893. This unique creation It connects the Saronic Gulf of the Aegean Sea and the Corinthian Gulf of the Ionian Sea. The depth of the Corinth Canal is 8 meters and the width is 24 meters.

One of the most beautiful places in Chile - Lake Lago General Carrera, in which the Marble Caves are located. This unique natural cave consists entirely of multi-colored marble (pink and blue), there are more than 5,000 million tons of it.

25) Village of Monsanto, Portugal

This small Portuguese town is built among huge stone boulders, many of which serve as homes for local residents. The town of Monsanto almost entirely consists of one-story buildings, which are separated by narrow streets, getting here, you can feel like in the Middle Ages.

Kinds of it ice canyon in Greenland is mesmerizing, its dark blue water attracts and you can get lost in the many artfully made ice arches. This canyon is the largest on the island, and its waters are home to bowhead whales, seals and walruses.

27) Skaftafell, Iceland

Skaftafell Park is natural wonder Iceland, in which lie ice caves Jokulsarlon (Jökulsarlon).

28) Multnomah Falls, USA

29) Seljalandfoss waterfall, Iceland

This temple carved into the rocks truly deserves the title of one of the wonders of the world. The construction of this city began before our era, and at present it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

32) The town of Riomaggiore, Italy

A small town in Italy, in which houses are piled on the rocks right at the edge of the sea. In Riomaggiore, driving is prohibited.

33) Loy Krathong Festival, Thailand

Every year in Thailand, a festival is held, the unchanging tradition of which is the launch of sky lanterns. This amazing sight, when thousands of luminous lights rise into the sky at the same time, is simply mesmerizing. If you are in Thailand in November, do not miss this festival.

34) Mount Roraima, Venezuela

The height of Mount Roraima is 2723 meters, and the summit plateau has an area of ​​35 square kilometers. Reports of an expedition to the mountain region inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to write The Lost World.

35) Etretat, Normandy, France

It is impossible to list in one place all the interesting places on the planet, because each place is unique in its own way and deserves attention, but we tried to collect a lot of interesting places that you should pay attention to when setting off on your next trip.