Top 5 tourist destinations of 2019
Many people all over the world travel many miles every day to get away from home. Most people travel for vacation or maybe even business. Here are the top 5 most popular tourist destinations as of 2019.
5. Italy
Italy is a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, and it has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. One popular place you’ll find in Italy includes Venice, a city where most roads are replaced with water and the most common form of transportation is by boat.
4. China
China is located in Eastern Asia and takes up quite a bit of land with a size of 3.705 million mi². The population of China is over 1.3 billion people. Some attractions in China include the Great Wall of China, The Forbidden City and Beijing, which is the capital of China.
3. U.S.A.
In 2018, the US brought in almost 210.7 billion dollars, and that number just continues to rise. The most popular state to visit in the US is California. In California, you can find Universal Studios Hollywood, Disney Park, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
2. Spain
The number of international visitors in Spain reached 82.6 million in 2018. They brought in more than 90 million euros. Some popular places to visit in Spain include La Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, and Ibiza.
1. France
France is the most visited country in the world as of 2019. The Eiffel Tower is one of the most iconic structures in the world, bringing in millions from all over the world. France went from 89.4 million in 2017 to 90 million in 2018, and projects to reach 100 million in 2020.
All the countries listed above are amazing places to travel to. With many amazing landmarks and sights to see, you won’t be disappointed if you visit any of the places.
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