The most visited tourist cities. Everyone in Nizhny Novgorod should do this

The thirty and TOP 10 most visited cities in the world in 2017 have been named. "Bulletin ATOR" provides this rating. You will also find out in which of them tourists spend the most money, and on what exactly.

The international payment system Mastercard presented the annual Index Global Destination Cities, which includes the 132 most visited cities in the world. The study, conducted for the 9th time, is based on the number of overnight stays by international visitors, their trips and expenses in 2016. Based on these data, a forecast is made about which countries and cities will be the most visited in 2017.

Mastercard has released settlement data for 30 cities around the world. Russian representatives was not in the TOP 30.

TOP 30 - FROM 30 TO 11 PLACE

So, the most visited cities in 2017 according to Mastercard:

30. Johannesburg, South Africa- 4.8 million foreign tourists

29. Berlin, Germany - 5.1 million foreign tourists

28. Toronto, Canada - 5.3 million foreign tourists.

27. Mumbai, India - 5.35 million foreign tourists.

26. Munich, Germany - 5.4 million foreign tourists.

25. Madrid, Spain - 5.5 million foreign tourists

24. Dublin, Ireland - 5.59 million foreign tourists.

23. Chennai, India - 5.7 million foreign tourists.

22. Los Angeles, USA - 5.8 million foreign tourists.

20. Prague, Czech Republic - 6.4 million foreign tourists.

19. Vienna, Austria - 6.63 million foreign tourists.

18. Shanghai, China - 6.65 million foreign tourists.

17. Rome, Italy - 7.3 million foreign tourists.

16. Taipei, Taiwan - 7.8 million foreign tourists.

15. Osaka, Japan - 7.9 million foreign tourists.

14. Milan, Italy - 8.4 million foreign tourists.

13. Amsterdam, Netherlands - 8.7 million foreign tourists.

12. Barcelona, ​​Spain - 8.9 million foreign tourists

11. Istanbul, Türkiye - 9.24 million foreign tourists.

TOP 10 MOST VISITED CITIES IN THE WORLD

Well, finally, we have reached the TOP 10 of this year. Seven out of ten cities in it are cities in Asian countries. Which, in general, is not surprising, given the rate at which both the population and tourist flows in this region are growing. So, the TOP 10 most visited cities in the world in 2017 are:

10. Hong Kong - 9.25 million foreign tourists.

9. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - 12.1 million foreign tourists.

8. New York, USA - 12.4 million foreign tourists.

7. Seoul, South Korea - 12.44 million foreign tourists.

6. Tokyo, Japan - 12.5 million foreign tourists.

5. Singapore - 13.45 million foreign tourists.

4. Dubai, UAE - 16 million foreign tourists.

3. Paris, France - 16.1 million foreign tourists.

2. London, Great Britain - 20 million foreign tourists.

1 . Bangkok, Thailand - 20.2 million foreigners strange tourists.

As noted in the study, the capital of Thailand, where the growth of tourist traffic in 2017 will be at least 4%, will retain its status as the most visited city in the world. London will remain second this year with a plus of 5%.

Experts have no doubt about maintaining the status popular destination Paris (+4.4%). But the presence in the TOP 5 of Dubai, where the dynamics of arrivals is expected to be 7.7%, according to analysts, is a consequence of the global promotion of this metropolis, which is interesting to tourists due to new unique tourist attractions, for example, theme parks.

Among the others tourist destinations, a magnet for international travelers, Tokyo has been highlighted with arrivals rising 12% this year.

The only negative among the most visited cities in the top ten is New York (6th place, -2.4%), which is associated with the excesses of the Trump administration’s visa policy. Even Istanbul, which has been losing tourists since 2015 due to security problems, will still increase the number of international visitors this year (+0.9%).

TOP 10 CITIES WITH THE BIGGEST INCOME FROM TOURISTS

It is also curious that not all cities in the top ten are as “commercially successful”. Not all megacities bring in enough income from tourists to be in the TOP 10 cities with the highest level of spending by international travelers.

The TOP 10 most profitable cities in the world include:

1. Dubai (in 2016, tourist spending amounted to 28.50 billion US dollars, growth in 2017 +10.2%);
2. New York ($17.02 billion, +1.5%);
3. London (16.09 billion US dollars, - 4.6%);
4. Singapore (USD 15.69 billion, +0.3%);
5. Bangkok (USD 14.08 billion, + 10.9%);
6. Paris (USD 12.03 billion, + 4.9%);
7. Tokyo ($11.28 billion, +3.7%);
8. Taipei ($9.91 billion, +6.9%);
9. Seoul ($9.38 billion, +1.8%);
10. Barcelona (+8.90 billion US dollars, +6.9%).

TOP 10 CITIES IN THE WORLD WITH THE BIGGEST INCREASE OF TOURISTS

Globally, the number of international lifetime visitors across all 132 destinations covered by the Global Destination Cities Index has increased by 55.2% since 2009, significantly outpacing real GDP growth over the same period, the study notes. The fastest growing destinations are in the Asia-Pacific region and the Middle East.

Thus, the number of megacities that showed the largest increase in foreign arrivals from 2009-2016 included:

1. Osaka, Japan (+24%)
2. Chengdu, China (+22.7%)
3. Colombo, Sri Lanka (+20.3%)
4. Abu Dhabi, UAE (+18.9%)
5. Jakarta, Indonesia (+18.2%)
6. Tokyo, Japan (+17.7%)
7. Hanoi, Vietnam (+16.4%)
8. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (+15,9%)
9. Lima, Peru (+15.2%)
10. Taipei, Taiwan (+14.5%).

WHAT DO TOURISTS SPEND MONEY ON IN DIFFERENT CITIES OF THE WORLD

A few more numbers and calculations are also interesting. Thus, in the top 30 cities, most trips are related to leisure, with the exception of Shanghai, where almost half (48.4%) of visitors travel for business. In contrast, Kuala Lumpur has the largest percentage of visitors who travel to the Malaysian capital specifically for leisure (92.2%).

As for expenses, tourists are most willing to spend money on food in Istanbul (33.6%) and Prague (29.3%). Most of all for shopping in Seoul (56.5%), London (46.7%), Osaka (43.4%) and Tokyo (43.1%),

Accommodation may be the most expensive travel expense when visiting Paris (44.8%), Milan (40.4%) and Rome (40.4%)

Finally, thanks to the availability of effective transport systems Travelers spend relatively little money on transport in cities such as London (4.3%), Singapore (4.6%) and Hong Kong (4.6%).

The world of tourism has its own trends, the formation of which depends on many factors. Lately, a lot of people have been going to more exotic countries, unexplored corners of the world where no foreigner has ever set foot, there are no luxury hotels and very often not even roads! Below is a list of the ten most visited cities in the world by tourists.

Paris remains a favorite place for couples in love and ordinary tourists who prefer European landscapes, cozy cafes, French chansonniers and delicious pastries. Over the course of a year, the capital of France is visited by more than 9 million Human. After all, of course, there is and will always be something to see in Paris! A huge number of exhibitions, theaters, museums, antique shops, as well as parks and attractions.

Antalya is a rapidly developing resort city in southern Turkey. Every year it is visited by about 10 million Human. Many Russian tourists, having visited this city, choose it for permanent residence.

New York is the political, economic, cultural and tourist center of the United States, one of the most big cities east coast. New York has a very diverse character, which is why it attracts a huge number of travelers. Every year it is visited by more than 11 million tourists.

This city is located in the south of China in Guangdong province, bordering Hong Kong. It is in the top five in terms of population growth rates. Shenzhen, one of the most developing cities in China, attracts more and more investors and tourists every year (approx. 12 million in year).

Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia. One of the most modern and dynamic cities in Asia. It is the residence of many financial and commercial corporations. It is also the main industrial center of the country. Every year more than 13 million tourists.

Macau is a city in southern China, a former Portuguese colony, rich in colonial-era attractions. It is often called “Eastern Monte Carlo” because the gambling business brings in almost 50% of all revenues to the city budget. Approximately 13 million people from all over the world.

It's hard not to remember about this city. He, like Paris, will forever remain favorite spots on the map for tourists. London continues to develop and does not lose popularity in the tourism business, probably because it is special. Every year it is tasted by about 15 million Human.

Bangkok is the capital and The largest city Thailand, one of the leading financial and economic centers of the South East Asia. It is located on the Chao Phraya River, near the coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Every year more than 15 million tourists.

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In 2015 the most popular city London was recognized among tourists for the second year in a row. The UK capital is expected to welcome 18.8 million tourists in 2015, once again ahead of Bangkok. The two cities have been competing for the top spot for the past five years. This is stated in the report of the international company Master Card, which compiles the annual rating of the most popular tourist destinations Global Destinations Cities.

In total, the ranking includes 132 megacities of the world. It is noteworthy that this year London will not only be first on the list of the most visited cities, but also first in terms of the amount of money spent by tourists - guests will leave British capital at least 20 billion dollars.

In 2014, according to the UK Office of National Statistics, 17.4 million tourists visited London. Research shows that tourists travel to London mainly to visit historical sites and cultural events.

18.4 million people are expected to visit Bangkok this year. The study authors note that the Thai capital lost first place in the ranking in 2013, mainly due to political instability. However, this year Bangkok is showing signs of regaining lost ground and closing the “gap” with the leader.

in fourth place Dubai - 14 million guests.

Istanbul became the fifth most popular city, with up to 12.3 million people visiting it.

New York came sixth in the Top 10 with a forecast of 12.3 million tourists.

Singapore took seventh position with 11.9 million.

In eighth place is Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (11.1 million guests).

Seoul is in 9th place - expectations for 2015 were at least 10.4 million tourists, however, it is possible that due to the MERS outbreak the capital South Korea there will be a significant number of foreign visitors missing.

Rounding out the top ten best hong kong: this city welcomes 8.6 million guests.

Noteworthy is the fact that out of the top 10 destinations, five are in Asia: Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul and Hong Kong. As noted in the study, such representation of the Asia-Pacific region is not accidental: the diverse and vibrant tourism sector of these countries has been steadily providing an influx of tourists over the past 10 years.

The top twenty included such popular among tourists European cities as Barcelona (12th), Amsterdam (13th), Rome (14th), Milan (15th), Vienna (18th) and Prague (19th) .

The ranking of urban destinations where tourists spend the most money was somewhat different. After London, New York is ranked second in visitor spending ($17.4 billion). Third on the list is Paris ($16.6 billion). Seoul is fourth with $15.2 billion. Singapore closes the top five in tourist spending with $14.7 billion.

The sixth largest city in terms of money spent by guests is Barcelona ($13.8 billion), followed by Bangkok in seventh position ($12.3 billion). The eighth place was taken by the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur ($12 billion), and ninth place by Dubai, UAE ($11.7 billion). Istanbul closes the ranking of the most “expensive” cities for tourists in the world; tourists are expected to spend $9.4 billion here this year.

A very interesting list of cities that show the best dynamics in the arrival of foreign guests over the past 6 years. Of the ten cities on this list, seven megacities, again, are located in Asia.

Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, ranks third in terms of growth (20.4%), while Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) came in fifth (18%). Japanese Osaka took 4th place with an increase of 19.8%. In sixth place is the city of Xi, China (16.2%), seventh is Taipei, Taiwan (14.9%). The capital of Japan, Tokyo, is in 8th place (14.6%). Lima, the capital of Peru, is ninth (13.9%), at the same time the city topped the regional top of the most dynamic tourist urban destinations in South America. Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam (12.9%) closes the top ten.

An experienced traveler tries to choose an interesting and original place for each new trip, but everyone was once a beginner. When I first started traveling, like most ordinary tourists, first of all, visited those countries about which he heard and knew the most. So which countries are the most visited today? Where do crowds of tourists flock?

No. 10. Mexico - 29.1 million visitors per year

Mexico ranks 10th in the ranking of the most visited countries in the world. In the ranking of countries on the continent of America, Mexico ranks second in terms of attendance after the United States, even ahead of Canada! The number of visitors to Mexico per year is more than the number of visitors worldwide Caribbean(22.8 million people per year). The most visited region in Mexico is the Yucatan Peninsula. People come here for the magnificent beaches, ancient Mayan ruins, lush tropical forests and noisy nightclubs.

No. 9. Russia - 29.8 million visitors per year

IN last years Russia is among the top 10 most visited countries in the world, only slightly behind the UK. There are 26 sites in Russia that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Lake Baikal, volcanoes and geysers of Kamchatka, the Black Sea coast, the snowy mountains of Altai - just a few of the thousands famous places for visiting.

Russia is rich not only natural objects, but also cultural attractions. The main cultural centers - Moscow, St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Novgorod, Kazan, etc. - are famous for their numerous churches, museums, historical buildings, theaters, palaces, fortifications and other objects with a rich, centuries-old history.
The popularity of Russia as a country to visit is growing every year. About a million people in Russian Federation work in the tourism sector.

No. 8. UK - 32.6 million visitors per year

The tourism business annually brings $17.2 billion to the state treasury. Most of UK tourists are Europeans, the second largest group of tourists arriving in the UK from the USA and Canada. London is the most visited city in the United Kingdom and the Tower is the most visited place.

No. 7. Germany - 33.0 million visitors per year

Germany is considered one of the safest tourist countries in the world. Tourism is developed in Germany both for its own citizens and for foreign ones. According to statistics, 30% of Germans prefer to vacation within the country.

In Germany, 2 million people work in the tourism sector, and the share of tourism in Country's GDP- 4.5%. Cultural tourist centers Germany is Berlin, Munich and Hamburg, they are also the most visited cities in the country. The most famous natural attractions in Germany are: National Park Saxon Switzerland, Vorpomeranian Lagoons National Park, Jasmund National Park. These parks are visited by millions of tourists every year.

No. 6. Türkiye - 39.8 million visitors per year

Türkiye is in 6th place in terms of attendance. The country is known for its rich cultural heritage and ethnic diversity. Turkey has a large number of historical, cultural and archaeological monuments, and in addition to this, fascinating seaside resorts on the coasts of the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. Istanbul is the most visited city in Turkey.

In 2015, Turkey's tourism industry suffered losses due to a number of accidents associated with terrorist groups. Türkiye lost a third of its total tourist flow.

No. 5. Italy - 48.6 million visitors per year

Visiting Italy is the dream of many people. 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, countless cultural artifacts, archaeological sites Roman Empire and Renaissance, Mediterranean coast and much more! Italy rightfully ranks 5th in terms of attendance.

The most visited cities in Italy: Rome, Venice, Florence, Milan. 48.6 million tourists a year bring huge amounts of money to the country's treasury.

No. 4. China - 55.6 million visitors per year

Great Chinese Wall, Sacred Mountains China, Shaolin Monastery, Huangoshu Waterfall, Forbidden City, the Three Gorges Power Station and many other attractions make China one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. According to the World Trade Organization, by 2020 China will become the world's number one destination country.

No. 3. Spain - 65.0 million visitors per year

Tourism is the main industry in Spain. The share of tourism is 11% of the country's GDP. People go to Spain to visit Barcelona and Madrid, the resorts Mediterranean Sea, take part in Carnivals and Encierro (Spanish national custom, which consists of running away from bulls, cows or calves specially released from the pen).

15 national parks attract nature lovers. Spain is also famous for its ski resorts. 13 Spanish cities are targets World Heritage UNESCO and attract tourists from all over the world.

No. 2. USA - 74.8 million visitors per year

The huge country of the USA can surprise both beginners and experienced travelers. In cities such as New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, the flow of tourists does not stop all year round. Among the natural attractions of the USA: the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone National Park, the wonderful landscapes of Alaska, the beaches of Hawaii and much more. In 29 US states, tourism is the main industry that brings in a lot of money to the treasury.

The largest flows of tourists to the USA come from Mexico, Canada, and the UK. According to statistics, by 2025 the United States will earn 2.5 trillion. US dollars on tourism.

No. 1. France - 83.7 million visitors per year

Most people are attracted to local flavor and a special atmosphere, in addition, France is famous for its exquisite cuisine and wines.

Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world, thanks to Eiffel Tower. In addition to Paris, people go to Lyon, Strasbourg and other cities. France is famous for its magnificent ski resorts, alpine mountains, beaches, picturesque French villages, beautiful gardens and parks and much more.

In this article we decided to show you the most visited cities in the world. The ranking data was based on indicators for 2015.

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London: 18.82 million international visitors

The most popular and crowded capital of Great Britain occupies one of the leading places in the list of the most visited cities in the world. Britain's richest city became the most important and attractive city in the world during the Second World War. London is the most popular place for tourists from all over the world and, first of all, why it is worth visiting London - these are places such as Buckingham Palace, London Eye, Tower Bridge and, of course, the famous Big Ben clock tower.

The city is home to most of the world's billionaires, who love it for its relaxing atmosphere. The city also has the best educational establishments and offers from the best medical institutions. More than 18.82 million people visit London every year, which is enough to earn the city a No. 1 spot on our Top 10 Most Visited Cities in the World list. Now you know that London is the most visited city in the world!

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Bangkok: 18.24 million international visitors

Bangkok is one of the TOP tourist cities in the world. The international system MasterCard named Bangkok the most global destination for foreign tourists, with more than 18 million tourists per year. The Thai capital also ranked 4th in cross-border spending and Bangkok was mentioned in the list as “ best city world” in the largest travel magazine Travel & Leisure for four years in a row.

Bangkok is the main gateway for most international tourists to Thailand. Domestic tourists also occupy an outstanding number among other nationalities. The Thai Tourism Department recorded about 27 million local residents from other cities of the country and 11.1 million foreign tourists. Hotels and hostels in Bangkok accommodate 15 million people, which is almost half the city - in total there are approximately 86,000 hotel rooms in Bangkok.

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Paris: 16.06 million international visitors

Paris is the most beautiful city not only for France but all over the world and is considered the most favorite place in the world that gives you the best romantic moments. Paris is the most spectacular city in France, despite its bad times during the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and the 2nd World War. Now Paris is famous for its probably the strongest recognition all over the world due to the most beautiful and attractive places such as the famous Eiffel Tower, which is the most popular place in the whole world.

This city is the heart of France and the birthplace of fashion business and tourism, which is the main reason why Paris keeps its standards high. Every year, Paris is visited by 16 million people and gives it an honorable third place in the list of “Top 10 most visited cities in the world.”

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Dubai: 14.26 million international visitors

Dubai is the most densely populated capital of the United United Arab Emirates, and it is located on the southeastern shore of the Persian Gulf. Tourism and entertainment are the most important part of the city's development and the Dubai government's strategy to maintain a constant influx Money from all over the world. Dubai is mainly based on tourist shopping, but the city also has several other both modern and ancient attractions for visitors.

The Dubai Mall is one of the largest in the world in terms of area and ranks eighteenth in terms of volume. retail space. The Dubai Creek, which divided the oldest district of Deira from Bura Dubai and played the most important role in the economic activity and development of the city. The city of Dubai will also host EXPO 2020, which they are largely anticipating. Famous tower Burj Khalifa is also located in Dubai and is one of the most tall buildings peace. Beautiful architecture, luxury and gloss make this city one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

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Istanbul: 12.56 million international visitors

Istanbul is Turkey's most populous city, historically known as Constantinople and the center of the country's history, culture and economy. The city was historically known as Cultural Center world, but the cultural scene stopped when the government turned its attention towards the city of Ankara.

The city is full of numerous shopping centers from the historical era to the modern era. One of the oldest and most crowded buildings is the Grand Bazaar, which has been in operation since 1461. Mahmutpasha Bazaar is an extended market under open air between the Egyptian and Grand bazaars. The city is also famous for its historic seafood restaurants, and some of the city's most prestigious and most popular seafood restaurants are located on coastlines Bosphorus Strait.

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New York: 12.27 million international visitors

The most historic and populous city in the United States, it remains too busy both during the day and at night: the city offers many pleasures and entertainment for its visitors. New York is a showcase for its finances, publishing and its largest real estate industry. The city also has the world's best colleges and universities, hospitals and many world-class famous places such as the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge.

A city that has gone through several changes over several decades and has shown the best in areas such as research, art and fashion, finance and commerce, funds mass media and entertainment, technology and education. More than 12 million tourists from all over the world come to New York every year, which places it at number 6 on the list of “Top 10 Most Visited Cities in the World.”

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Singapore: 11.88 million international visitors

Singapore, which is also referred to as "Garden City", "Lion City" and "Red Dot" is an international city and sovereign state in South-East Asia and the only city on the Island of Worlds. The city is home to a wide variety of ethnic and cultural nations from around the world as it has multiple religions, languages ​​and cultures.

Eating and shopping is the country's national pastime, and the strong emphasis on food and restaurants attracts tourists from Australia to visit the most interesting routes nutrition. The diverse range and availability of food is the strongest reason why foreigners love to visit this place. Singapore is also famous for being portrayed as a cultural heritage and arts hub and is recognized as a gateway between East and West.

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Kuala Lumpur: 11.12 million international visitors

Kuala Lumpur is the most populous city and capital of Malaysia. Greater Kuala Lumpur, along with its Klang Velley area, is included in the list of the fastest growing capital cities in the East Asia region. Tourism in this city plays a key role in the development of the city and economy. The city is home to the world's largest hotel chains, such as the Hotel Majestic, the oldest hotel in Kuala Lumpur.

A bigger reason for the attraction for tourists is the city's diverse culture, wide gastronomic scene and, of course, shopping, which is an excellent alternative compared to other cities at relatively low costs. The most attractive place for tourists is the Parliament House, Merdeka Square, State Palace and Petaling Street. Almost 11,120,000 people - this is the number of international tourists visiting Kuala Lumpur every year, which entitles this city to place 8 on our list of “Top 10 Most Visited Cities in the World”.

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Seoul: 10.35 million international visitors

Seoul is the capital of South Korea and the second largest metropolitan area in terms of area, with a population exceeding 26 million people. The oldest existing city faced enormous losses during the Second World War and the Korean War. The best attractions in the city are Namsan Mountain Park, Korea War Memorial, Seoul Tower and Changdeokgung Palace. Regardless of the urban population, the city has greatest number parks, the most famous of which is Namsan Park.

Seoul is also a leading tourist city in the whole globe with not only beautiful places, but also wonderful climatic conditions. The city also ranks top due to its industries such as textiles, electronics, steel and iron manufacturing. The city of Seoul has over 10 million visitors annually and helps the city be number 9 on the list of "Top 10 Most Visited Cities in the World".

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Hong Kong: 8.66 million international visitors

Hong Kong is autonomous territory and special administrative region of the Republic of China on the Asian part Pacific Ocean. The city is the most significant financial center in the world and is listed with highest scores According to the World Financial Indicator, it is also classified as the most competitive economy in the world. The city is also popular for its free trade and low tax rates.

Hong Kong International Airport is the premier logistics hub in Asia, serving 47 million passengers. Hong Kong is also called the place where "East meets West", reflecting cultural heritage a mixture of Chinese roots.

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