If you’re on the hunt for a new travel destination to explore, you’re in luck. Simply continue reading to discover 3 of the top travel destinations to visit this year!
The Top Travel Destinations
1. Barcelona, Spain
Each year countless tourists from around the world flock to Barcelona, which is one of the largest cities in Spain and which is famous for its architecture, archeological sites and art museums. While Madrid is the capital of Spain, Barcelona is the capital of Spain’s Catalonia region.
Whilst in Barcelona make sure to take photos of the world famous Sagrada Familia church, which is a great example of gothic architecture. If you have time, definitely make sure to take a stroll around the entirety of Barcelona’s highly photographable Gothic Quarter.
If you’re a self-confessed art lover also take some time out the Museu Picasso if you’re a fan of Picasso’s artwork. Another Barcelona based art museum which is well worth a visit is the Fundació Joan Miró, which is a modern art museum which features masterpieces from Joan Miró.
If you’re a sports fan it’s also well worth trying to get tickets to an FC Barcelona match as FC Barcelona is one of the most highly regarded football teams in the world and boasts a roster of world-class footballers.
2. Petra, Jordan
Petra is one of the most famous archeological sites in the world and is located in southern Jordan. Petra which is estimated to be created at around 300 BC can only be accessed by a narrow canyon and features tombs and temples which have been carved out of Petra’s stunning pink sandstone cliffs.
Petra was once the capital of the Nabatean Kingdom and is best known for its 45-meter high temple, which is known as the Al Khazneh which is better known as the Treasury and boasts an ornate ancient Greek style facade.
If photos of Petra look familiar, you may have seen Petra and the Al Khazneh feature in the film “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”.
3. Mozambique
If you’ve always wanted to visit Africa and love the idea of being able to enjoy a luxurious, tranquil beach vacation, it’s well worth considering heading to Mozambique. Which is an island nation which is quickly increasing in popularity, in part due to the plethora of eco-resorts which have sprung up on Mozambique’s picture-perfect coastline.
If you’re interested in history, it’s also worth tearing yourself away from the beach to view some of Mozambique’s colonial era ruins. Which remain from Portugal’s rule of Mozambique.
If you’d like a chance to see wild dugongs, head to Mozambique’s southern coast where you’ll find protected marine sanctuaries which are home to dozens of wild dugongs.
So if you prefer visiting tourist destinations which are located off the beaten tourist track, you’ll be sure to fall in love with Mozambique, which some call the jewel of Africa.
So if you’re feeling inspired to visit one of the 3 beautiful travel destinations listed above, it’s well worth booking flights and accommodation, so that you’re one step closer to visiting your dream travel destination!
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