Angkor Wat statues, Cambodia
American travel website company TripAdvisor recently released its list of the best tourist locations across the world. The list is called 'Trip Advisor’s Traveler’s Choice List for 2017'.It is based on visitors and tourists' ranking of a landmark in the past 12 months.
Leaving places like Paris and London behind, a Hindu Temple ranks number one as best landmarks to visit in the world. Besides, four other places of religious significance feature in the top 5. Interesting, isn't it?!
Click on to know which other beautiful places made it to the top 10. India is one of them!
Rank 1: Angkor Wat Temple, Cambodia
The Hindu Temple of Angkor Wat (pictured) is built as per the classical style of Khmer architecture. Along with its stunning architecture and surrounding beauty of landscape, it forms a major attraction of Cambodia.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Initially, Angkor Wat was constructed as a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It was in the 14th or 15th century that it was converted to Theravada Buddhist temple.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Angkor Wat has been designed in such a way that it represents Mount Meru, abode of Lord Brahma and the Demi Gods. Mount Meru is also revered in Buddhism.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
The decorations of the temple are known for their storytelling characteristics, which portray stories or fables from Hindu epics.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Rank 2: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE
This mosque was completed in 2007 and since then has become one of the key places of worship in Abu Dhabi for Friday gatheringandEid prayers.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque,Abu Dhabi,UAE
Travelers from around the world are smitten with its interiors that are spectacular and breathtaking.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque,Abu Dhabi,UAE
The design was inspired by the idea of ‘uniting the world’ –and materials and artists from countries around the world contributed in its construction.
Great Mosque of Cordoba,Spain
Rank 3:Great Mosque of Cordoba, Spain
Originally called the Great Mosque of Cordoba, the Islamic holy building was converted into a church or cathedral in the 13th century.
Great Mosque of Cordoba, Spain
The structure is regarded as one of the most accomplished monuments of Moorish architecture.
Great Mosque of Cordoba, Spain
It is famous for its red-and-white arches and decorated pillars.
St. Peter's Basilica, Italy
Rank 4:St. Peter's Basilica, Italy
This is the most important church for Catholic Christians in the world. More than fourty lakh tourists visit this church each year. It is a must visit for anyone coming to Rome!
Its interiors are stunning proof of the Renaissance talent. Many of the murals (big paintings) have been designed by great artists Michelangelo and Donato Bromante. From the awe-inspiring exterior mosaics to the amazing architecture inside, this is an enchanting place of worship.
Click on to know the other top rankers of the list...
Machu Picchu,Peru
Machu Picchu, Peru
The Sacred Valley in Machu Picchu, Peru in South America is a popular ‘must-do’ for tourists. The ancient civilization of this place used to pray to Sun God.
Machu Picchu,Peru
The beautiful Sun temple has windows that are perfectly aligned in such a way that on the winter solstice (Dec. 22), Sun will shine directly through this window. Some believe it to be constructed as a tribute to the Sun God.
Taj Mahal, India
Taj Mahal, India
Golden Gate Bridge,San Francisco,USA
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, USA
Big Ben, London, UK
Big Ben, London, UK
Great Wall at Mutianyu,Beijing,China
The Great Wall Of China, Beijing
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