Top 5 most crowded tourist destinations in the world and equally interesting alternative places

Top list of tourist enthusiasts always attracts a huge number of tourists. However, if you do not like the crowds then you can visit the wonderful places below.

The canals of the romantic city of Venice (Italy), the ancient town of Dubrovnik (Croatia) and the clear blue beaches of Koh Phi Phi Island (Thailand) ... Undoubtedly, the world's busiest tourist destinations., toplist of the transfer world will definitely give visitors an unforgettable experience. However, tourism overload has had a significant impact on the environment as well as the communities here. While waiting for the local government as well as the local tourism council to come up with different policies to deal with tourist overload, you can completely find places with experiences that are not inferior but much more secluded.

1. Go to Annecy (France) instead of Venice (Italy)

There are many reasons why Venice is always at the top of the most popular destinations in the world. gender. Charming canals, pedestrian-friendly space, architectural style and historical culture ... all make Venice - the most romantic city in Italy.

However, if you want to avoid the crowds and have an equally great holiday, you should consider coming to the small French town of Annecy.

 

Anceny là sự thay thế cho một trong những địa điểm du lịch đông nhất thế giới

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Dubbed Venice of France, Ancecy is famous for the old town, located right on Lake Annecy. Along two sides are medieval rows of houses, creating the feeling of a miniature Venice.

Coming here in the summer, do not forget to take a moment to sip a cup of coffee at La Barista Café, walk along the small streets to the charming bridge Pont des Amours (Love Bridge), visit Old prison officers - now a museum - Palais de I'lle. You can also rent a small boat, soak up the fresh, calm air on the lake without worrying about being disturbed by anyone.

 

2. Go to El Nido (Philippines) instead of Koh Phi Phi (Thailand)

Since the movie The Beach by director Danny Boyle was released in 2000, the name Ko Phi Phi has become famous and become one of the places. most crowded tourists in the world, welcoming about 5,000 visitors per day. The tourist overload has severely affected the ecosystem of Maya Bay, to the point that the government has to ban tourists for two years to recreate the landscape and prevent bad tourism impacts.

For a similar experience to this paradise island, go to El Nido, north of Palawan in the Philippines. It is the gateway to the Bacuit Islands and is home to the largest marine protected area in the country.

Not only famous for its rich ecosystems on the seabed such as coral forests, sea urchins, colorful fish ..., El Nido is also extremely charming thanks to the long white sand beaches, extremely suitable for traveling. stroll, sunbathe or play sports and enjoy recreational activities.

 

El Nido là sự thay thế cho một trong những địa điểm du lịch đông nhất thế giới

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In particular, whether you love diving or not, this will still be a very ideal place for you. You can also simply bring a snorkel and glasses to "sink" to the seafloor and admire the "top of the top'' flora.

 

3. Go to Tellaro (Italy) instead of Cinque Terre (Italy)

Surely you have been almost rubbed many times when you saw the typical image of Cinque Terre (Italy) on Instagram accounts or travel websites: White waves hit the shore, underneath colorful houses lying crisscross the rugged cliffs. It is difficult to relate the fame of the present to the image of Cinque Terre in the 19th century, with its rocky paths leading to the five small fishing villages.

 

Tellaro là sự thay thế cho một trong những địa điểm du lịch đông nhất thế giới

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And just about an hour south of Cinque Terre, you can completely avoid the hustle and bustle, to enjoy the same view at Tellaro.

The surrounding terrain made up of zigzag roads on cliffs and the narrow harbor made it difficult to get to Tellaro. But this has helped to protect this place from the mass tourism wave that has swallowed up the towns of Liguria in northwestern Italy. In this small fishing village, one can easily find houses draped in dreamy pastel paints, leaning on the slopes of the mountains close to the east coast of La Spezia Bay.

 

4. To Muscat (Oman) instead of Dubrovnik (Croatia)

From the city walls to the Grand Fountain with medieval arch grinding, and of course, a visit to the sites of appearance is indispensable. in the hit series Game of Thrones. There is no doubt that Dubrovnik has become one of the most attractive destinations in the world. Faced with the risk of a UNESCO World Heritage Site suffering many impacts from tourist overload, the city government has issued a limit on the number of visitors per day.

 

Muscat là sự thay thế cho một trong những địa điểm du lịch đông nhất thế giới

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So if you do not want to wait, you should redirect to the city of Muscat, the capital of Oman. Considered as an Arab gem, Muscat is a blend of an ancient Muscat and a new modern Muscat, with the strange charm of fortresses, castles, mosques on the landscape background. impressive nature.

Take a day to wander into the oriental markets interspersed with luxury resorts or traditional architecture, where you can find a wide variety of items, from Arabic fragrances to knives. gnaw and local sweets.

 

5. To Choquequirao (Peru) instead of Machu Picchu (Peru)

"The Lost City of the Incas" is one of the most famous destinations in South America. To be allowed to visit this landmark, you will have to make a reservation and wait quite a long time.

Meanwhile, to get to Choquequirao, the "sister city" with Machu Picchu, it will only take you about 2 days on foot from Cachora.

 

Choquequirao là sự thay thế cho một trong những địa điểm du lịch đông nhất thế giới

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This Inca city is located in the same place as the Machu Picchu ruins, but is 3 times larger with a completely different structure. They were built about 100 years after the Incas created Machu Picchu, with a staircase structure. Currently, only about 40% of buildings and terraces in this relic have been unearthed.

If you are afraid of walking across a river and a wide ravine, wait for the cable car to operate. And the 2-day journey will now have exactly 15 minutes left.

>> See also: Discover top 9 tourist attractions in Nha Trang which can not be missed

 

 

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