New Delhi: Every year on September 27, World Tourism Day is celebrated to highlight the importance of tourism in our lives. Tourism plays a key role in economic development and in fostering peace. On a global level, where nations are interconnected and interdependent, tourism is an important sector that bridges communities. On this occasion, we take a look at some of the best countries in the world for tourism in this article.
Five countries which are best for tourism
Italy
Italy, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has incredibly impacted Western culture and cuisine. Rome, the capital of Italy, houses the Vatican City and also landmark art and ancient ruins. Other major cities include Florence, with Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s “David” and Brunelleschi’s Duomo. The city also has Venice, the city of waterways and canals, and Milan, which is hailed as the fashion capital of the country.
Spain
Spain was the second most visited country in the world in 2023 as a record 85 million tourists visited the country. Its capital Madrid is home to the World Tourism Organization headquarters. The geography of the nation, with diverse landscapes and popular coastlines, serves as an alluring tourism spot. Also, Spain has a rich historical legacy, a vibrant culture, and excellent infrastructure in tourism.
France
France is known for its tourism sector. The country has alpine villages, medieval cities and Mediterranean beaches. Its capital Paris is famous for its fashion houses, and classical art museums including the Louvre and of course the famous Eiffel Tower. France is famous for its wines and sophisticated cuisine and has many historical places like the Palace of Versailles.
Greece
The country has thousands of islands throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas and is known for its rich history and many UNESCO Heritage Sites. There are monuments of the ancient Greek civilization all over the country. The capital of Greece, Athens has landmarks from ancient days including the 5th-century B.C. Acropolis citadel with the Parthenon temple. The country is also famous for its beaches, from the black sands of Santorini to the party resorts of Mykonos.
New Zealand
Tourism in New Zealand comprises an important sector of the national economy. It is a clean and hospitable country and has typical tourist destinations in nature like the Milford Sound, Abel Tasman National Park and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing; while activities such as bungee jumping or whale watching exemplify typical tourist attractions, marketed primarily to individual and small-group travellers. While most tourists live in Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Rotorua, and Wellington, there are other high-profile destinations like the Bay of Islands, the Waitomo Caves, Aoraki/Mount Cook, and Milford Sound.
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