Phuket, Thailand
Phuket takes the first place among the busiest tourist destinations. 9.29 million people come to the island a year. According to preliminary estimates, it has 25 452 visitors per day, and 1 square mile accounts for more than 5,000 tourists. Phuket has a lot to offer. Apart from lying on its beautiful beaches, travelers can enjoy inexpensive shopping, visit cultural and historical attractions, as well as try snorkeling in the Andaman sea.
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
The second place goes to Palma de Mallorca. It is the resort town and capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca. It is estimated that there are 2,918 tourists per square mile. Thanks to the tourist boom, Mallorca has become one of the most sought-after Mediterranean resorts. Some beaches of the island such as Alcudia, Playa de Muro, Puerto de Andratx in camp de Mar are marked with the Blue Flag, a symbol of an environmentally friendly place. Mallorca offers a wide range of entertainment, as well as comfortable hotels, and stunning Mediterranean cuisine.
Pattaya, Thailand
Pattaya is on the third place in the list among the most popular holiday destinations. The city has 2,762 tourists per square mile. Pattaya offers numerous kinds of entertainment and amazing beaches. The only drawback is unclear water near the coast. Pattaya has more than 250 hotels and more than 400 guest houses, two paid water parks at the hotels Pattaya Park and Centara Grand Mirage, Khao Kheo petting zoo, Pattaya Dolphins dolphinarium, etc.
Paris, France
The fourth place in the ranking of the busiest tourist destinations goes to the capital of France. Approximately, in Paris, there are 1,174 tourists per 1 square mile. The city has 173 museums of various types with exhibits from around the world. Museums are divided into national (the Louvre and the Centre Pompidou), municipal-controlled (the Museum Carnavale), and private collections (the Musee Jacquemart–Andre).
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona closes the top five overcrowded places for a holiday. There are 605 tourists per 1 square mile. Barcelona is famous for its great cultural and historical heritage as well as its unique architecture. The center of Catalonia attracts travelers with its mild climate. In Barcelona, tourists admire the surreal buildings – masterpieces of Antonio Gaudi, enjoy a beach holiday, delicious food, and different types of entertainment. The coastline of Barcelona is almost completely occupied by 8 beaches: San Sebastian, Barceloneta, San Miguel, Somorrostro, Nova Icaria, Bogatel, Mar Bella and Levant.
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