With spring just around the corner, it’s time to think on our next vacation with family or friends. But where can we go? There are cities that are much more touristy than others. And very often, it’s not for nothing. These are generally destinations worth a detour! A study carried out by the company Euromonitor International revealed the ranking of places the most visited in the world. And the one that comes in first place is neither New York nor Dubai. But Istanbul ! Hard to believe, and yet this city has approximately 20,2 millions of tourists in 2023.
But how does this happen? According to the travel site Time Out, if Istanbul receives so many visitors, it is because its visa regime is more flexible for nationals of the United States and Canada. In second place in the ranking, we find London with 18.8 million tourists, then Dubai (16, 8 millions). Antalyain Türkiye, comes in fourth place, just before Paris which received 15.5 million visitors this year.
What to do in Istanbul?
If you want to discover this city which is particularly popular with travelers, you absolutely must pass by the historical sites such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern. Istanbul is a city rich in history and it would be a shame to miss these monuments! You can take advantage of a sunny day to stroll through the cobbled streets of sultanahmet or take a cruise on the Bosphorus.
Take the time to immerse yourself in an explosion of colors, flavors and aromas with the spice market, Egyptian bazaar. Finally, you can end your stay by buying typical souvenirs at the Grand Bazaar. Traditional carpet, gold jewelry and other treasures await you! Before leaving, don’t forget to taste traditional Turkish dishes likekebabs with mezze, baklava or le Turkish delight.
2024-03-30 14:38:49
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