TOP 10 Most Visited Cities in the World in 2019

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1. Hong Kong

Number of foreign travelers: 26.7 million

Hong Kong is often described as a place where the East meets the West, which is expressed in its economic infrastructure, architecture, education and urban culture. Hong Kong is both a city in China and a state that has its own laws, traditions and orders. This is a place of amazing contrasts, where advanced technologies coexist with centuries-old traditions, skyscrapers coexist with simple fishermen's houses, and huge shopping centers with chaotic trading rows of floating markets.

2. Bangkok

Number of foreign travelers: 25.8 million

The historic center of Bangkok is the Rattanakosin Island located on the Chauphray River. It is surrounded on all sides by canals, towers and walls built to defend the capital.

The center of the island is the former royal residence - the magnificent Grand Palace, surrounded on four sides by a 1900 m long protective wall.

On the territory of the palace is the temple of Wat Phra Keo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), considered the most sacred place in Thailand and one of the most beautiful temples.

3. Macau

Number of foreign travelers: 20.6 million

Macau is an open port, a large financial center, known for its casinos, gambling houses, and hippodrome.

There are 33 casinos on the territory of the autonomous administrative region, the most famous of which are The Venetian, Grand Lisboa and Galaxy. Since 2010, the gambling business has brought the Macau budget more than 70% of revenues.

Today, Macau is actually the world capital of excitement. High-speed hydrofoil ships transport tourists from Hong Kong to Macau, where they are waiting for restaurants, casinos, and hotels.

4. Singapore

Number of foreign travelers: 19.8 million

Futuristic skyscrapers, the design of which is approved by Feng Shui experts, the world's tallest Ferris wheel and plenty of entertainment await Singapore visitors.

Mostly tourists come here who have already visited many exotic countries in search of something new, as well as businessmen - to business exhibitions.

5. London

Number of foreign travelers: 19.6 million

It previously held third place, but Brexit potentially leads to tougher visa restrictions for EU citizens.

The historic city center, formed by the Westminster and City districts, took shape in the Victorian era. Among the few buildings that survived here after the fire of 1666 is the medieval citadel Tower.

London is one of the highest-ranking global cities and leading global financial centers. Its economy is one fifth of the country's economy.

6. Paris

Number of foreign travelers: 19.1 million

The main political, economic and cultural center of France. Refers to global cities, world financial centers. The Headquarter of UNESCO and other international organizations.

The historical center formed by the island of Cite and both banks of the Seine, evolved over the centuries. In the second half of the 19th century, it underwent a radical reconstruction. In the suburbs there is the palace and park ensemble of Versailles.

7. Dubai

Number of foreign travelers: 16.3 million

Dubai is the largest trading, financial and tourist center of the Middle East.

Due to its low duties, Dubai's deep-water seaport takes a leading place in the region for the re-export of various goods, including gold.

Significant value in doing business in Dubai is the free economic zone. The offshore zone is located in the Jebel Ali area.

8. Delhi

Number of foreign travelers: 15.2 million

Being at the junction of different civilizational zones - Hindu and Islamic - made it a conglomerate of cultural traditions and the people inhabiting the Indian subcontinent.

The metropolitan functions of the New Delhi region raise the importance of holidays and events in the city to a national level. Public holidays such as Republic Day, Independence Day and Gandhi Jayanti (Mahatma Gandhi's birthday) are celebrated here with great enthusiasm.

Historically, Delhi has always been an important trading center of North India. In Old Delhi there are many traces of his Mughal past, which is manifested not only in the labyrinth of narrow streets and numerous residences of the imperial court, but also in ancient bazaars (markets).

These markets offer a variety of products, from mangoes to traditional medicine bottles to silver jewelry, wedding attire and fabrics.

9. Istanbul

Number of foreign travelers: 14.7 million

Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, the main commercial, industrial and cultural center, the main port of the country. It is located on the banks of the Bosphorus Strait, dividing it into European (main) and Asian parts, connected by bridges and tunnels.

Istanbul is an extremely popular tourism destination.

The main tourist sites are located in the European part of the city. About 90% of hotels are located here.

There are 70 museums in the city, of which only Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia bring in $ 30 million in net income per year.

In total there are 17 palaces, 64 mosques and 49 historical churches, as well as many other ancient attractions (columns, fortresses, underground tanks, etc.)

10. Kuala Lumpur

Number of foreign travelers: 14.1 million

Kuala Lumpur is one of the most dynamically developing cities in Southeast Asia.

Tourism is an important source of income for the city. In Kuala Lumpur there are many tourism objects: the National Museum, the National Mosque, 5 nature parks of various kinds, places of worship (pagodas, mosques, temples, churches).

Not so long ago, modern city structures, such as the television tower and the famous twin towers of the Petronas Twin Towers, successfully fit into the city's appearance.