What is the most visited tourist attraction in your country?

Thank you dear Mahfuz. I hope to visit your country one day to see you and Petra.

These days, Iran is becoming a hot new tourist destination. In case you visit us in Iran I recommend you to visit Persepolis (Takht - e - Jamshid) in Shiraz. Persepolis is the capital of the Achaemid empire and one of the world’s most magnificient ancient sites, was declared a world heritage site in 1979 by Unesco

Dear Colleagues,

Good Day,

Unfortunately nothing left since 2003 (invasion year), Even though Iraq is/ was the cradle of civilization (Old Mesopotamia)!!!

Dear Hazim

You have Karbala. Karbala is one of the most important places for us because it is the site of the Shrine of Imam Hussain, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and a much-revered Shi'a martyr. It is also home to the Shrine of Abbas, Imam Hussain's loyal brother. It is one of the holiest cities to us, beside Mecca, Medina, Najaf, and Mashhad.

Debi S. Saini

In India, TAJ MAHAL is the most visited tourist attraction for Indian as well foreign tourists. It is also believed to be one of the top wonders of the world. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beautiful wife Mumtaj, whom he loved very much.

Sebastian John Adams

In Tanjore, Tamil Nadu., The Brihadeshwarar temple, 1000 years old temple known for its several features of architecture. One of the UNESCO heritage site.

Kiran Grover

Amritsar is a city with a splendid blend of tradition and culture. With important religious centers and historical sites, the city reveals a magnificent past and a promising future. The city is known as the Jewel of Punjab. Golden temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage spots for Sikhs. The temple derives its name from its fully golden dome. The temple is built over marble and is two storied high structure.

Ljubomir Jacić

Dear @Mahmoud, people mostly visit Belgrade as a capitol, while one of the most visited attraction in Belgrade is Belgrade Fortress!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belgrade_Fortress

http://voiceofserbia.org/serbia/node/81

Dear Mahmoud Omid,

Good Day,

All you are mentioned are not "tourist attraction"! they are holy cites as you mentioned, but even though are not as we Iraqis want them to be, we want them to modernized with nice/ good hotels, with excellent services that suits the holy cities and the holy shrines in them. The cities are not that clean or organized, I am so sorry to say that!!

if you compare them to mashhad, Qom or isfahan they are not comparable regarding all what I mentioned!! I am so sorry about that!!

Dear Hazim.

Thank you. Still, Karbala is the most visited and attracted place from all over the world (as pilgrims or tourists). Iraq's Arbaeen is world's most populous annual gathering. The pilgrims show their commitment to the Shia imam by walking tens of miles barefoot. Millions of Shia Muslims from across the world (more than 25 millions) are taking part in a march toward Iraq’s holy shrine city of Karbala to attend mourning rituals on Arba’een, which marks 40 days after the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Last year, Iraqi officials announced that the number of pilgrims attending the mourning rituals of Arba’een reached 17.5 million in Karbala. The number of Arba’een pilgrims reportedly hit 20 million in 2013.

http://www.presstv.ir/Detail/2015/11/28/439477/Iraq-Karbala-Imam-Hussein-Arbaeen

Mushtaq Ahmad

The world's 50 most visited tourist attractions

(50) Nagashima SPA Land Japan, Annual visitors = 5850000

(38) Eiffel Tower Paris, Annual visitors = 7000000

(16) Disneyland Park France, Annual visitors = 11200000

(10) Forbidden City Beijing, Annual visitors = 15300000

(5) Niagara Falls, Annual visitors = 22500000

(1) Las Vegas Strip, Annual visitors = 39668221

http://www.lovehomeswap.com/blog/latest-news/the-50-most-visited-tourist-attractions-in-the-world

In Pakistan Most visited place by tourist is Tomb of Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi (Founder of Pakistan)

Fateh Mebarek-Oudina

Algeria remains to be a fascinating country. Places to visit include the regions of Tassili N’Ajjer and Hoggar, both listed as UNESCO Heritage Sites. These are place where local color is rife in the everyday lives of traditional Algerian tribes. There is also the Algiers, where the old meets the new to showcase an interesting mix of Algeria’s colonial past and hopeful present. Timimoun provides visitors a slice of the Sahara desert; it is made interesting by the sand dunes that divide the region in two.

Because of its geographical location, the weather in Algeria is mildly wet during winters but can get extremely hot and dry during the summer. To enjoy the coastal area, it is recommended you travel during the months of spring and summer. On the other hand, the Saharan region is best enjoyed between the late autumn and the early spring months between November and April.

Although the government has taken steps to ensure the safety of tourists, it is still advisable to check safety advisories. Because Algeria has gained an unfavorable reputation in how they treat visitors, it is best to exercise precaution before finalizing your plans, whether back-packing or other outdoor activities.

http://famouswonders.com/africa/algeria/

Shafagat Mahmudova

Dear Mahmoud Omid,

The rich historical, cultural and natural heritage of the country attracts visitors from all over the world. Untouched nature, mineral springs, the world's only oil field treatment - naphthalene, a unique ancient architecture, unique culture, cuisine, and more contribute to the formation in Azerbaijan of all types of tourism: business, sport, medical, cognitive, hunting, exotic, beach and even gastronomic.

Azerbaijan is a territory of 9-out of 11 of the world's climatic zones. Climate of our country enables to organize summer and winter holidays. Very common are ecological tours to Azerbaijan, which include visits to nature reservations, trekking and climbing routes. Midday sandy beaches offer opportunities for diving, and swimming season starts in Azerbaijan in May.

Tourism sector in Azerbaijan is developing day by day, becoming one of the most important sectors of the economy.

http://azerbaijan.travel/en/pages/17-Azerbaijan-as-tourism-destination

Regards, Shafagat

Miguel A. Callejas

It is not in my country but I wish. The Great Pyramid, of course. Greatest building on the planet and the only wonder that's still standing.

Han Ping Fung

What is the most visited tourist attraction in your country?

For Malaysia, depending whether a tourist likes historical sites, natural scenery, beaches etc., following are some fascinating tourist spots in Malaysia, truly Asia.

http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-malaysia/

http://www.touropia.com/best-places-to-visit-in-malaysia/

You can explore this link to find out more exciting tourist places in Malaysia.

https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=most+visited+tourist+spot+in+Malaysia

Olga Laguta

The Hermitage is the most visited museum in Russia. Its official website: https://www.hermitagemuseum.org/wps/portal/hermitage?lng=en.

Luisa Isabel Rodríguez-Bello

Dear @ Mahfuz, Hazim, Debi, Sebastian, Kiran, Ljubomir, Mushtaq, Kouser, Fateh, Shafagat, Miguel, Pierlorenzo, Han, Vilemar, Brenda, Olga, ... and private messages by @Parida Aditya, @Debra Sharon Ferdinand, and @Ricardo De la Peña

I am grateful for all your answers and your suggestions you provided so far. Nowhere I could get so many good responses (advises and recommendations) in such a short time. This question demonstrate somehow the power and the usefulness of RG network.

Picture: Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System Khuzistan province, Iran

José Eduardo Jorge

Despite its natural attractions, the most visited place in Argentina is the City of Buenos Aires, which many tourists describe as a mix of Paris and New York.

In the subtropical northern region of the country, a major tourist attraction are the Iguazú Falls, which we share with Brazil.

In the cold southern region of Patagonia there are many destinations: the Perito Moreno Glacier, the city of Bariloche, and Valdes Peninsula, which is a marine wildlife natural reserve (whales, sea lions and the like).

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buenos_Aires#Tourism

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iguazu_Falls

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valdes_Peninsula

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perito_Moreno_Glacier

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bariloche

Eddie Seva See

http://www.tourism.gov.ph/sitepages/topphildestinations.aspx

In Bicol Region, they are

The almost perfect cone beautiful but deadly Mayon Volcano in Daraga, Albay

The disaster-historic Cagsawa Ruins in Daraga, Albay

The "calvaric" Kawa-kawa Hill in Ligao City

The serene and "dead-end" Bulusan Lake in Bulusan Sorsogon

The White Beaches in Gubat, Sorsogon

and many others....

It is La Gran Sabana. This is a marvelous experience. Lanscapes are exuberant. We are in front of the Caribbean sea. So we also have explendidous beaches. But La Gran Sabana has something very special because we can stay in touch with the native inhabitants. See: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gran_Sabana

Fateh Mebarek-Oudina

Democratic Republic of Algeria is a countryside within the Maghreb. In terms of earth area, it’s the prime country on the Mediterranean and beyond, the biggest in the Arab world and second-major around the African continent after Sudan, and also the eleventh-largest country in the world.

Below the best tourist destinations in Algeria:

Algiers

Algires harbor full of oil and has a fertile coastal plain. To begin with was built by the French because the 132-years ago and ended in 1962. If you’re interested in this place, you should are available in the winter with the weather a little cloudy. Enjoy views from the boats around the pier / harbor or mountain landscape round the beach.

Oran

The western coast around Oran, Algeria’s second city, has historic remains and mosques.

Sahara desert

If you see, the sand here a lot and have a dry natural conditions. Saharan sand dunes occupy under one-fifth of the Sahara with a height around 150 feet (46 meters).The Sahara is easily the most striking and also most forbidding feature of the nation. The best way to enter the south would be to cross the El Kautara Gorges to the south of Constantine. The sudden peek at the Sahara through the El Kautara Gorges is breathtaking. These gorges have been demonstrated to separate the winter areas in the land of everlasting summer and therefore are called Fouur Es Sahra (‘the Sahara’s mouth’) by the inhabitants.

Kasbah quarter

http://africa.vacationxtravel.com/top-tourist-attractions-algeria/

According to UNESCO, with 3 million visitors in 2015, it is Taj Mahal.

built by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan as a monument to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal in 1632.

Let me introduce a contemporary monument in Tehran:Milad Tower (Borj-e Milad). It is 435m telecommunications tower opened in 2007, with an observation deck and a revolving restaurant. is a multi-purpose tower in Tehran, Iran. It is the sixth tallest tower (last attached picture) and the 17th tallest freestanding structure in the world. It offers a wonderful view from the top. If you want to see Tehran at a glance, here are the best. You can simply go to the top of the tower with a fast glass elevator. You can get a 360 degree view of the whole area by moving in a circle along the corridor of the tower.

Dear Colleagues,

Good Day,

Iraq Tourist Attractions: 15 Top Places to Visit, please, see the link ..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jgzTWOSdzQ

Fateh Mebarek-Oudina

The largest country in the continent of Africa, Algeria has a diverse landscape and lots to offer travellers. The journey from Europe is only a short one but the difference between the two continents is immediately noticeable and provides a sense of adventure and intrigue for tourists. Algeria has many charming cities with winding streets and stunning architecture, Mediterranean coast, lush landscapes and roman ruins to rival anywhere in the world.

The main attraction in the country however is the Saharan region where the never-ending sand and the mysterious and lively cities are enough to indulge even the most seasoned traveller’s imagination.

Despite advise about the country not being safe to travel and certain regions being off limits. Most Algerians greet tourists with warm welcomes and are happy to share their way of life with any guests to their country. All the same, any trip to this beautiful country should be well researched to ensure that all travel rules are adhered with.

http://www.thecrazytourist.com/15-best-places-to-visit-in-algeria/

Dear all,

Iran has a lot of tourist attractions. In my opinion, Shiraz-my home town- is a wonderful city for tourists.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomb_of_Hafez

The Vakil Mosque (Persian: مسجد وکیل ‎‎ - Masjed-e Vakil) is a mosque in Shiraz, southern Iran, situated to the west of the Vakil Bazaar next to its entrance. This mosque was built between 1751 and 1773, during the Zand period; however, it was restored in the 19th century during the Qajar period. Vakil means regent, which was the title used by Karim Khan, the founder of Zand Dynasty. Shiraz was the seat of Karim Khan’s government and he endowed many buildings, including this mosque.

Vakil Mosque covers an area of 8,660 square meters. It has only two iwans instead of the usual four, on the northern and southern sides of a large open court. The iwans and court are decorated with typical Shirazi haft rangi tiles, a characteristic feature of the art and industry of Shiraz during the latter half of the 18th century. Its night prayer hall (Shabestan), with an area of approximately 2,700 square meters, contains 48 monolithic pillars carved in spirals, each with a capital of acanthus leaves. The minbar in this hall is cut from a solid piece of green marble with a flight of 14 steps and is considered to be one of the master pieces of the Zand period. The exuberant floral decorative tiles largely date from the Qajar period.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vakil_Mosque

Dear RG members,

Dr. Mahmoud Omid mentioned about Persepolis. I want to introduce more that place.

Persepolis (Old Persian: Pārśa, New Persian: تخت جمشيد Takht-e Jamshid or پارسه Pārseh), literally meaning "city of Persians",[3] was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550–330 BCE). Persepolis is situated 60 km northeast of the city of Shiraz in Fars Province in Iran. The earliest remains of Persepolis date back to 515 BCE. It exemplifies the Achaemenid style of architecture. UNESCO declared the ruins of Persepolis a World Heritage Site in 1979.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Persepolis

Fairouz Bettayeb

A country who need to be visited, should built an industrial tissue of leisure, public transport, accommodation, touristic tours etc... and should focus on special duties of its historical and cultural heritage as well as its natural park. Tourism is an industrial and economic activity highly reached by many countries for its high economic value, the tissue of this activity need to be continuously updated and upgraded for its competitive attraction market

Goa, the smallest state by area and the 4th smallest state by population, a Portuguese colony for 450 years with documentary evidence of human life since 20,000 years with its upper Paleolithic or Mesolithic rock engravings and Portuguese architectural marvels and its serene beaches, Goa is undoubtedly second to Taj Mahal among the tourist destinations in India

Khwaju Kermani (Persian: خواجوی کرمانی‎‎), whose full name is Abu’l-ʿAṭā Kamāl-al-Din Maḥmud b. ʿAli b. Maḥmud Morshedi (1280–1352), was a famous Persian poet and Sufi mystic from Persia.

He was born in Kerman, Iran in 24 December 1290. His nickname Khwaju is a diminutive of the Persian word Khwaja which he uses as his poetic penname. This title points to descent from a family of high social status. The nisba (name title) Morshedi indicates his associate with the Persian Sufi master Shaykh Abu Eshaq Kazeruni, the founder of the Morshediyya order. He died around 1349 in Shiraz, Iran, and his tomb in Shiraz is a popular tourist attraction today. When he was young, he visited Egypt, Syria, Jerusalem and Iraq. He also performed the Hajj in Mecca. One purpose of his travel is said to have been education and meeting with scholars of other lands. He composed one his best known work Homāy o Homāyun in Baghdad. Returning to Iranian lands in 1335, he strove to find a position as a court poet by dedicating poems to the rulers of his time, such as the Il-Khanid rulers Abu Saʿid Bahādor Khan and Arpa Khan, the Mozaffarid Mubariz al-Din Muhammad, and Abu Esshaq of the Inju dynasty.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khwaju_Kermani

Mahamad Nabab Alam

The Taj Mahal, India

Around 2-4 million people used to visit annually out of the 0.5-0.6 million are foreigners.

http://www.tajmahal.org.uk/taj-mahal-facts.html

https://www.google.co.in/search?q=the+taj+mahal&espv=2&biw=1280&bih=699&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwjKtN7ut9fLAhUDQI4KHa_MBIcQsAQILA

Thierry W. LEVI-FAICT

For many reasons, historical, theological, anthropological, ..., it is perhaps - at least for me - the Western Wall in Jerusalem. Just a few of us are aware that these two temples build up by the Hebrews to pray G.od, were accessible to all nations and to anyone willing to recollect in a spirit of tolerance and humanism. It's certainly for now a point that we should highlight to be able to fight with efficiency racism and violence.

The third most favored tourist destination in India is "God's own country" the land of Ayurveda : Kerala!

Beaches, Wildlife, Lakes, Backwaters, Waterfalls, Architectural marvels, Hill Stations, Archeological sites, A state which attracted foreign visitors since 3000 BC, starting with Egyptians, Romans, Greeks and most of the Mediterranean and Red Sea ports also from Far East, and at the turn of 15th century European powers began its struggle for colonizing the state..starting with Portuguese, Dutch, French and finally being occupied by the British. The state still export spices and is referred also as the spice garden of the world.

Colorful Mountains: Nature painting! it is really beautiful.

Aladaghlar, 25km far from Tabriz city, East Azerbaijan Province, Iran. This scenes are nature's painting, believe me! The rocks, soil, and sand is painted reds and tans, (These are real photos not paints or drawings)

Dear Colleagues,

Good Day,

"The use of travelling is to regulate imagination by reality, and instead of thinking how things may be, to see them as they are."

----- Samuel Johnson

Leh Ladakh

Situated at an altitude of 16000-20000 ft, called as the Indian Tibet, retaining its Tibetan culture and Buddhist population ever since the 5th Dalai Lama paid off the Mughal invaders, today is a favorite tourist destination. Called as bikers dream, (thousands of bikers are seen in favorable climate) the summer temperature between 3-32C and winter -25 - -34C. Availability of Flights from Delhi has enhanced the number of non-biker visitors in recent times

Cameen Kettanun

Dear Professor Omid,

This sounds like fallacious reasoning, but Hollywood people came to Phuket both for filming, and relaxation. So I'd say Phuket is one of the places in Thailand that tourists should visit--recommended (by Hollywood).

Sincerely,

Cameen

Dear All,

I thank you all for your comments and good recommendations till now. Our world is so full of wonders that new and amazing places are yet to be discovered. Most of us will probably never see everything that the world has to offer us, but it's worth a shot!.

Attached picture: The Maldives: Like one of Mother Nature’s emoticons, this lovable heart-shaped island can be found in the Republic of the Maldives, a country that is spread out over 35,000 square miles in the Indian Ocean, 250 miles southwest of India.

It reminds me to quote: "I haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on my list.” – Susan Sontag"

S. I Shumali

Jerusalem is the most visited city in the middle east because of the Aqsa Mosque and Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Thank you dear Dr. Shumali for introducing Aqsa Mosque. In fact, Quds is the Persian name for the city of Jerusalem. Al-Quds is the Arabic name for the city of Jerusalem. It is the short form of Arabic Beit al-Quds and comes from the verb qádusa, which means "to be holy", "to be pure".

Olga Laguta

Last summer I've visited Belarus for the first time. There are many beautiful places there, too. The local people are very kind. I made these few pictures by myself, so they are not perfect, sorry.

Mir Castle: http://mirzamak.by/en/posetitelyam/kak-dobratsya ;

Niasvizh Castle: http://niasvizh.by/en/ ;

Pansky mayentak (it is a hotel and a museum, a very quiet country place) http://panski-maentak.by/ ;

Dudutki (an open air ethnographic museum): http://www.dudutki.by/en/ .

James Shanahan

In Victoria Australia -The Great Ocean Road, Melbourne Museum, Shrine of Remembrance, Flinders Street Station, The Rialto Sky Deck, Melbourne Zoo, OldMelbouren Gaol, Exhibition Buildings in Melbourne, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary, Ballarat - Lake Wendouree, The Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Flagstaff Gardens. Canberra - Parliament House, Sydney - Sydney Harbour Bridge, Adelaide - City of Churches. Kadadoo National Park, Uluru (Formerly Ayres Rock in Northern Territory. Additional attractions refer: http://www.visitmelbourne.com/Things-to-do/Top-attractions, New South Wales attractions: http://www.visitnsw.com/things-to-do. Queensland: http://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions-/queensland-aus-qld-qld.htm, http://www.queensland.com/, South Australia: http://www.discovery-campervans.com.au/catalogue/article_southaustralia_231.php,

András Bozsik

Dear All,

Known tourist attractions of Hungary can be find mainly in Budapest: some of them

the building of Parliament

the castle of Buda

the museum of fine arts

the Matthias church

the curve of Danube

However, not these are the real treasures of a country. The real riches can be recognised only by getting familiar with the history, culture, the territory of a country and the way how people approach and assimilate the countryside and the beautifulness of their motherland.

Badab-e Surt, Sari, Iran

Badab-e Surt is a natural site in Mazandaran Province in northern Iran, 95 km south of the city of Sari, and 7 km west of Orost village. Badab-e surt comprises a range of stepped travertine terrace formations created over thousands of years as flowing water from two mineral hot springs cooled and deposited carbonate minerals on the mountainside. It a wonderful place.

P.S.: Badab-e Surt is registered as Iran’s second natural site in 2008. Damavand Mount, Badab-e Surt Springs and Abarkouh Cedar were three natural sites registered by Cultural Heritage Organization in 2008.

“Nature is not only all that is visible to the eye, it also includes the inner pictures of the soul.” ― Edvard Munch

Fairouz Bettayeb

Tourism is the more peaceful mean to let people join, discover each other, understand others, be more careful with nature and with all the human cultural and historical heritage; and be more cooperative with others. Tourism should be encouraged every where and should be an active economic income of each country. It should be affordable to the majority who need to organize their holidays.. Even the frontiers should be opened to let people free with their destinations and discoveries. The notions of the visas is the very stupid mean to split between human. Police control with their modern tools are every where in every frontier, so why do not let people move where they want freely?? usually people with no sufficient incomes do not plan for tourism

Dear Mario, Jamal and Omer, Thank you for your suggestion. Could you be more specific, please? If possible, with the name, location and picture of the place.

P.S. PETRA was introduced by dear Mahfuz Judeh already.

Thank you,

Mahmoud

Fairouz Bettayeb

I would like make a small remark about the circulation of people throughout visa application. Personally i haven't any problem with it; however embassies are sound to be the mean between states consultations and cooperation at political level, not the mean of police control of citizens of other countries. i think it is not the best mean to control clandestine immigration whose people do not ask for circulation approval and usually use other means.

In addition some employees of some embassies could be interested by some corruption tools and could make personal relationships with some people according to their personal interests or could be invested or interested by some secret organizations for some political interests may be they could make clandestine recruitment of people for the purpose of their interests in their country and the country where they are affected .... etc... This could disturb the states' relationships as well as the job of police control in each country

Mahamad Nabab Alam

Following are the most visiting place in India:

http://www.ndtv.com/agra-news/wildlife-officials-rescue-rare-owl-from-taj-mahal-1290899

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qutb_Minar

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humayun%27s_Tomb

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amer_Fort

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Fort

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gateway_of_India

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agra_Fort

http://msmsmuseum.com/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India_Gate

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charminar

Victoria Birlutiu

Sibiu, a medieval town , is one of the most beautiful cities in Transylvania, Romania, and not only...

Dear All,

Thank you so much for introducing your beautiful country to us. For my share, let me introduce you with Tehran, the capital of Iran. Apart from Milad Tower popular tourist attraction, as I introduced before, Tehran has many more tourist attractions. Here I show a few, just in case to have a plan to visit us.

Tehran (Iran) tourist attractions:

Tehran at a glance

Azadi Tower

Tabiat (“nature”) Pedestrian bridge

Niavaran Palace Complex

Golestan Palace

Hussein Elasrag

Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world’s most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramids, the Great Sphinx and the ancient temples of Luxor dating back thousands of years. Although focus of most tourist visits remains the great monuments along the Nile, possibilities for Egyptian travel also includes snorkeling and diving along the Red Sea coast. Other tourist attractions in Egypt include camel trips into the mountains of Sinai, tours to remote oases or visits to the Coptic monasteries of the Eastern Desert.

http://www.touropia.com/top-attractions-in-egypt/

http://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions/egypt-egy.htm

Wisdom for a Happy Life: 83% of people consider travel to be a very important part of life. Travel broadens the mind and our horizons.

It is a wonderful experience to see the world, and come home and appreciate what we have where we live. It makes you see the world differently,too.

Photos: Kaboodwall Waterfall: Near Ali Abad Katool, Golestan Province, North of Iran.

Victoria Birlutiu

Sibiu is one of the most important cultural centres of Romania and was designated the European Capital of Culture for the year 2007, along with the city of Luxembourg. The old city of Sibiu was ranked as "Europe's 8th most idyllic place to live" by Forbes

Ljubomir Jacić

Dear @Mahmoud, let me bring this huge thread by dear @Vanessa. About 800 answers. Many attractions were given there.

https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_is_the_place_in_terms_of_culture_history_architecture_that_best_describes_your_city_state_country#view=57060a11dc332d5c662e5565

Lilliana Ramos-Collado

The whole island of Puerto Rico is the best of Puerto Rico, a tiny tropical island in the Caribbean, merely 100 x 25 miles. Sorry, there is so much beautiful nature to fill the whole RG. Look up Puerto Rico in Google to see more. :-)

Best regards, Lilliana

Sarajevo's Bascarsija (Old Town)

The Old Town 'Bascarsija' may be hard to pronounce but it is certainly one of the most impressive and charming market centers in the country. Bascarsija has been a trading and meeting place since the 15th century as caravans from Asia minor, Dubrovnik and the west met here to trade their wares.

This 16th century dervish order monastery epitomizes the harmonious existence of man and nature. This stunning structure was built at the mouth of the largest source in Herzegovina which gushes from a cave at the base of a 200 meter cliff.

The Trebizat River creates a wonderful green belt amidst the dry landscape of western Herzegovina. This stunning waterfall runs over 100 meters long and drops an impressive 25 meters. Kravica is an ideal place for a picnic or a swim and definitely provides one of the most picturesque sceneries in Herzegovina.

Jajce was the last stronghold of the Bosnian kings before it fell to the invading Ottomans in 1528. Known for the massive waterfall that blesses the heart of the city Jajce represents multiple layers of this regions long history - with traces of Illyrian and Roman finds as well as the distinct Bosnian and Ottoman features. The Pliva Lake region offer world class fly-fishing, as well as great water sports in the lake region.

Locally acclaimed as being one of the last seats of the medieval Bosnian Kingdom this quaint town is a bastion of ancient Bosnian history. From the medieval fortress and Franciscan monastery to one of the oldest mosque's in the country it’s a wonderfully unique rural experience rarely found today in Europe.

This southernmost city in Bosnia and Herzegovina is only 28km from the famous city of Dubrovnik. Trebinje ranks with Mostar and Stolac in terms of beauty but fortunately escaped the fates of these two towns and was not heavily damaged during the war, leaving its old town intact.

The XIV Winter Olympics are long gone, but the slopes still remain, and so does olympic style skiing. Jahorina has made a great comeback as southeast Europe's best ski resort. Great skiing. Great accommodation. Great fun. All just a short ride from the capital Sarajevo.

This Olympic mountain is also making a steady comeback. It was the site of the men’s slalom and is by far the most challenging ski trails in the country. Off the beaten track are ideal spots for cross country and tour skiing, as well as year round hiking, biking, and village tourism in the ancient highland villages.

Famous for its Nobel Laureate writer Ivo Andric this Ottoman town still best represents what was once called the European Istanbul. This ancient mosque's and fortress that dot the skyline are as impressive as the original style Bosnian architecture that gives this town its charm. Not far from Travnik is the mountain ski resort of Vlasic - a paradise for snowboarders and a great nature break spot.

In the early 1980's several teenagers saw a vision of the Virgin Mary. Since then this sleepy Herzegovina village has been transformed into one of the largest Catholic pilgrimages in the world.

Locally famous for the great battle of WWII when the partisans defeated a massive German army this park is also home to one of Europe's last remaining primeval forests in Perucica. Also home to Bosnia's highest peak (Maglic Mt. 2,386 m) its a paradise for hikers, walkers and nature lovers

The old bridge is perhaps the finest example of Ottoman ingenuity and Dalmatian masonry in the western Balkans. Not only does this precious stone structure bridge the east and west banks of the emerald Neretva River, it also symbolizes the crossroads of eastern and western civilizations.

Although its only a tiny strip of the gorgeous Adriatic, Neum has become a major seaside resort. Ideally located between Split and Dubrovnik and just a short distance to Mostar and Medugorje, Neum is an inexpensive holiday spot for fun and the sun.

Dear @Amir, Thank you very much for your selection and recommendation with beautiful photos and explanations and introducing tourist attraction in Sarajevo. I hope visiting you and your lovely country one day. Thank you, Mahmoud.

Bashkim Mal Lushaj

Top & Places for the tourist attractions to visit in Albania!

Our country, Albania has a lot of pleaces for the tourist attractions.

Albania is a country that until now is only recognized by a few travellers, although the country on the Mediterranean Sea has many advantages. It is for example much cheaper and less crowded than more popular holiday countries. Those loving the wild nature, charm and Mediterranean air should definitely take a chance on Albania. Do this fast since at the moment it is still quiet and not that many people know what paradise awaits them there. A round trip to the most important places is a great opportunity to get to know the country.

Top 1: Berat

The city of Berat is located at the river Osum in the middle of the country. In the past it was built as a castle and it is erected at a hill. At this hill there can be found the original castle, named Kalaja. The castle contains a district with numerous churches and mosques and is well worth seeing. Berat is also called the “city of thousand windows” because the typical houses have large window frontages. These windows design the skyline of the city. The white houses are listed buildings to keep the original appearance of the city. In 1961 Berat was elected “city of museums” and therefore is a great destination for those loving history and culture.

The surrounding of the city offers some small villages and typical countryside, that can also be visited on a trip.

Top 2: Albanian Riviera

In the southwest of the country there is a steep coastline, which can be compared to the Italian Riviera but is much quieter and less crowded. Beaches invite to go swimming or sunbathing. New built hotels and attractions shall allure tourists and promise a great holiday.

The countryside is mostly original and behind the beaches there can be found large and dramatic mountain settings. In the mountains numerous small romantic villages are hiding, perfect for small trips.

Top 3: Apollonia

Next to the city of Fier in the middle of Albania one can find the ruins of an ancient town, named after the god Apollon. Apollonia was the biggest and most important city in the ancient world. The ruins are still impressing and show a little piece of the original glory. Libraries, temples, theatres and other buildings can be visited, as well as a triumphal arch and rotted mansions.

The historical place is very impressing. The view from the hills to the country is worth it as well.

Top 4: Durres

The big city Durres at the coastline of Albania is the most important harbor city in the country. Not only from economic viewpoint but also culturally it is a capital. Cultural events and feastings take place all over the year. An important role in these events has the amphitheater, which is one of the most important attractions of the city. The impressive ancient building could provide place for about 20.000 people in the past and can be visited today.

Durres is one of the touristic centers of the country and besides culture and history it provides beaches and holiday fun.

Top 5: Gjirokastra

The city in the south of Albania was elected UNESCO world cultural heritage. Reason for this is the unique architectural style, most of the buildings show. The style is called Balkan architecture and contains small castle-like houses made of stone. The stones should control the temperature in ancient times and today form the town’s landmark. Therefore the city is also called “city of stones”. It is located at the side of a hill and the single quarters are connected with artistic roads.

Gjirokastra has also many cultural attractions. Museums, theatres and religious places can be found in large numbers. Additionally every five years they celebrate the national folklore festival in the castle of the city.

Top 6: Kruja

Kruja is an Albanian town some 20 kilometers northeast of the capital. It is located at the side of the Skanderberg-mountains. The most important building in the town is the Kruja castle, which is a national sanctum for the Albanian people. It contains the Skanderberg museum, which is reminiscent of the war in this area. Further places next to the town are the tomb of Sari Saltiks and the national park Qafe Shtama. The small town has a large historical background and can also be visited as daytrip from the capital Tirana or from Durres.

Top 7: Tirana

Tirana is the capital city of Albania and forms the economic and political epicenter of the country. Many important facilities are located in Tirana for example the parliament and the government. The city is furthermore domicile for many political parties. The city is located at a river some 30 kilometers away from the coast. On one side it is enclosed by hills. Until 1920 when the city was named capital Tirana was not very important. But today it convinces with modern architecture and cultural facilities. The small cafés at the side of the roads are full of energy most of the times and the city has a really pleasant charm.

Those who want to immerse into the culture of the country should go to one of the museums or to the palace of culture. Furthermore, the Skanderberg place with the famous equestrian statuette is worth a visit. They form the town’s landmark. More places to visit are the Et’hem Bey mosque with the clock tower of Tirana. The capital furthermore contains a castle, which can be visited.

The Skanderberg place forms the center of the city, from which roads go to all directions like a star. The numerous political facilities, the universities and the botanical and zoological gardens are worth a visit as well. More parks and gardens are great places to enjoy the free time and recover.

Top 8: Shkodra

Shkodra is a city in the north of Albania and the fifth largest city of the country. It is located at the lake Skutari at the boarder to Montenegro. Shkodra is affected by many battles and conquests, from the romans as well as from different aristocratic families. After recovering from the hard battles the city rises to an important trading center and has a distinctive culture till today.

The town’s landmark is the ruin of castle Rozafa. Recording to a tragic legend the castle was built by three brothers. Every night the walls of the castle came tumbling down. One day an old man told them to mure a woman into the walls, then they would never collapse and resist all enemies. The brothers agreed to sacrifice the wife that would bring food for them the next day. Two of the brothers told their women, so the third arrived alone the next day. She therefore was mured, but asked if they could keep out one arm, leg and breast to keep on feeding and hugging her child.

The castle can be visited as well as a museum about the past of the city.

The city also hosts other museums and the famous Migjeni theatre. The market of the city is also worth a visit.

Bashkim Mal Lushaj

Dear colleagues,

I have my greetings from my beautiful country, Albania have lot of tourist attractive places, you need to visit them ...

By attachment have the some of tourist attractive places in Albania

Week by week is coming the time to visit them... It will be very nice to visit them … let believe and hope to do that …