Antalya, Istanbul among most visited cities in world: Data – Türkiye News

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Data from the “Top 100 City Destinations” index for 2023 by Euromonitor International reveals Antalya and Istanbul as two of the world’s most visited cities, with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) describing the southern city as a hidden gem.

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The data analysis by BBC’s Stacey Leasca, highlights Türkiye in the global tourism landscape, identifying Antalya as an unexpected hero.

In 2023, Istanbul topped the list with a 26 percent increase in international visitors compared to the previous year, followed by London with a 17 percent increase and Dubai with an 18 percent increase. According to the report, Antalya experienced a 29 percent increase in international visitors in 2023 compared to 2022.

While Istanbul’s leading position on the list wasn’t surprising given its status as Europe’s largest city by population, the fact that Antalya managed to attract 16.5 million international visitors, surpassing the populations of…