10 Most Visited Countries in Europe
There are many beautiful and interesting places that we can visit around the world. Each country has its unique features which are also a potential for tourism.
UNWTO or United Nations World Tourism Organization records how many tourists visit in each country for some time intervals based on certain specifications.
Based on these data we can determine which European countries are the most visited by tourists. We have summarized the 10 most visited European countries in the past few years.
1. France
France is the second-biggest nation in Europe after Ukraine. This country offers a lot of natural scenery and incredible historical tours. Based on available data, this hexagonal shaped country has become the most visited country by tourists since the mid-20th century.
In 2018, 89.4 million tourists were visiting France. There are many interesting attractions such as Notre-Dame de Paris, the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur, Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, and so on.
2. Spain
For Spain, the field of tourism is the main source of income for the lives of its people in addition to agriculture and industry. Spanish tourism relies heavily on cultural heritage, which results from seven centuries of Muslim domination and colonialism.
In 2018, 82.8 million tourists were visiting Spain. There are many interesting attractions such as The Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia and Gaudi Sites, The Great Mosque of Cordoba, and so on.
3. Italy
Italy is one of the countries on the southern side of Europe. The characteristics of the Italian peninsula and its mountain range cause this country to have a diversity of climate and rainfall in each region.
The capital of Italy, Rome, in the past imperial era, was the center of the world and was able to expand its influence throughout the Mediterranean region. Until now, the influence of its cultural heritage cannot be erased.
In 2018, 62.1 million tourists were visiting Italy. There are many interesting attractions such as the Colosseum, Venice Canals, Pompeii, Leaning Tower of Pisa, and so on.
4. Germany
Germany is a country that has an important position among European countries because of its position and population. This country also has the strongest economy in Europe and the third strongest in the world. Germany is famous for its magnificent buildings and holds a lot of history.
In 2018, 38.9 million tourists were visiting Germany. There are many interesting attractions such as Europa-Park, Neuschwanstein Castle, Cologne Cathedral, Heidelberg Castle and Old Town, and so on.
5. United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is famous for its magnificent architecture and prestigious colleges. London, the largest metropolitan city in Europe, has a myriad of historical buildings, art museums, old buildings, and more.
In 2018, 36.3 million tourists were visiting the United Kingdom. There are many interesting attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Buckingham Castle, Big Ben, Stonehenge and so on.
6. Austria
Austria is a country with almost two-thirds of its territory covered by the Alps. While the other third of the area is hilly. In this alpine country, tourism is a source of national income. They rely on the Danube river, mountains, and artistic heritage.
In 2018, 30.8 million tourist tourists were visiting Austria. There are many interesting attractions such as Schonbrunn Palace, Hallstatt, Grossglockner Alpine Road, St. Anton am Arlberg, and so on.
7. Greece
The country on the southernmost side of the Balkan peninsula is considered the forerunner of the culture of European civilization. Historically, Greece is the birthplace of philosophy, democracy, theater, and the Olympics.
Many of the old buildings and Greek culture are relics from the riches of the past of Greece, such as ancient Greece, the empire of Alexander the Great, the Roman Empire, Byzantium, and the Ottomans. In addition to the agriculture, livestock, and seafood trade sectors, the tourism sector also plays an important role in the country's economy.
In 2018, 30.1 million tourists were visiting Greece. There are many interesting attractions such as Acropolis, Santorini, Mykonos, Delphi, and so on.
8. Russia
Russia, a country with eleven time zones, has a wide variety of landscapes, most of which are vast land. Mountains in Russia stretch like a shaft from north to south and divide its territory into Russian-European and Russian-Asian.
Historically, Russia had been a tsarist territory since the 9th century. The tsarist rulers contributed to the country's development and inherited monumental cities, such as Moscow and Saint-Petersburg. It is an extraordinary cultural heritage for the largest country in the world.
In 2018, 24.5 million tourist tourists were visiting Russia. There are many interesting attractions such as Red Square, Catherine Palace, and so on.
9. Portugal
Portugal is a country located on the west coast of the Iberian peninsula. The country has a land structure that is descending and tiered from the Spanish border to the southern side and the coast.
Portugal was once the strongest colonial country in the world during the colonial period. Until the power began to be erased because of the ambitions of other European countries. At present, Portugal makes manufacturing production, service industries, and tourism the country's main income.
In 2018, 22.8 million tourist tourists were visiting Portugal. There are many interesting attractions such as Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Oceanário de Lisboa, Palácio Nacional de Sintra, Torre de Belém, Convento do Cristo, and so on.
10. Poland
Poland, a country east of Germany and in the middle-east of the European continent. The country has towering mountains and a series of beaches with its always busy harbor.
In 2018, 19.6 million tourists were visiting Poland. There are many interesting attractions such as Wawel Royal Castle, Warsaw Old Town, Malbork Castle, and so on.
Those are some countries that were recently visited by most tourists in Europe. So, which country do you want to visit?
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