Here are some of the most visited countries of the past year. The numbers are staggering and depend on the number of people that have visited the country in the year from all over the world.
France tops the list with over 79,100,100 people. In France, Paris seems to be the main attraction since it brings in millions and millions of people from all over the world every year.
Tourists come to France for many different reasons. While some come to France to see traces of the ancient and eventful history , there are others who come for the pristine beaches. And again there are others who come to sample the world famous French cuisine that the country has to offer. Some of the most popular tourist sites in the country are the Louvre Museum, the Bastille prison and the Eiffel Tower.
Another very popular travel destination is Spain. A lot of people obviously go there for a wonderful beach holiday. And there are fun things for the winter travellers as well. If you happen to go to Spain during the winter months then have fun doing some skiing there. There is plenty for the art and the history lovers too. There are many World Heritage sites in the country and these include Barcelona and Madrid. Cordoba, Toleda, Salamanca and Segovia.
Among travel destinations who can forget the one and only United States of America? There are different types of people who come to America and all have their own reasons to come. While a rare few enter the country to blow up a few buildings, and kill innocent lives, there are most of the others who want to see the famous American dream for themselves. There are some who come for the glitter of the Big Apple and the theater there. Others come for the wonderful beaches of Florida. Those seeking some breathtaking scenery and snow covered mountains come to Canada and Montana. Some of the most popular places which attract tourists are Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orlando, Miami and New York City.
Among the Asian countries, China is a big draw. While some go there just to see the Great Wall of China, pictures of which they have seen all their lives, there are plenty more things to see there as well. There is the Beijing, Dunhuang Grottoes, the Ancient Silk road, the tidal bore at the QianTang rive r as well.
Italy too, cannot be left behind here. This is the place which has some attraction for each and everyone here. There are the wondrous and awe inspiring art work and architecture for those who love it. For those who want adventure there are the Alps for skiing and so on. For the artists there is Rome and Firenze. Venice is for a romantic trip while there is also the Coliseum and the Uffizi Gallery too.