VOA慢速英语世界受欢迎25旅游城市

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VOA慢速英语世界受欢迎25旅游城市

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Millions of people on the travel site TripAdvisor voted Marrakech, Siem Reap and Istanbul as the top threedestinations in the world.。

Here's a look at TripAdvisor's Top 25 most popular cities to visit!。

1. Marrakech, Morocco。

2. Siem Reap, Cambodia。

The small city of Siem Reap is home to Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument. Visitors can also see hundreds of ancient Buddhist temples in and around town. After a long day at the temples, tourists can enjoy one of Siem Reap's many bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. VOA Learning English Facebook fan Thea, of Cambodia, suggests a visit to the Phnom Kulen National Park in Siem Reap Province. The park's two waterfalls offer excellent swimming areas.。

3. Istanbul, Turkey。

4. Hanoi, Vietnam。

Vietnamese women perform fan dancing along the shores of Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam.。

Vietnam's capital has tree-lined streets, lakes, and some 600 temples and pagodas. A lot of VOA Learning English Facebook fans live in Hanoi. They have many suggestions for exploring their city. Nguyen Bui says visitors should not miss the Temple of Literature. It was built in the year 1070. It is one of several temples in Vietnam dedicated to Confucius.。

5. Prague, Czech Republic。

6. London, England。

7. Rome, Italy

The 2,500 year-old-city is a perfect destination for history lovers. For centuries, visitors have flocked to its famous sites: the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and more. Within Rome is Vatican City, the smallest independent state in the world. Only about 800 people live there, and only about half of them are citizens.。

8. Buenos Aires, Argentina。

Romance is in the air in South America's most European-style city. The city is known for wide streets, beautiful cafes and exciting social life. Take a walk through the historic San Telmo on a Sunday and you will see couples dancing the tango, Argentina's famed dance. If you like soccer, don't miss the famous La Bombonera stadium, home of the Boca Juniors soccer club.。

9. Paris, France

The French capital is often called the most beautiful city in the world. Known as the City of Light, Paris is home to some of world's most-visited tourist sites, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre museum, Moulin Rouge, and the Notre Dame Cathedral. Escape the crowds and feel like a Parisian at one of the city's many sidewalk cafes. Sip on an espresso and people-watch for a more relaxed way to get to know the city.。

10. Cape Town, South Africa。

Cape Town shines at the southern point of the African continent. Explore Table Mountain National Park, which stretches along the Atlantic coast from Signal Hill to Cape Point. At Boulders Beach near Cape Point, share the sands with nearly 3,000 African penguins. Within the national park is Lion's Head peak. Walk up Lion's Head for excellent views of the coast and Robben Island, which held Nelson Mandela as a political prisoner for 27 years.。

11. New York City, United States。

More than 50 million people visit New York City every year. The five areas of New York have many of the most recognized attractions in the world. Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge to get a beautiful view of the Manhattan skyline. Or observe the city, like King Kong, from the top of the Empire State Building. Eat famous New York pizza or bagels. Take a ride on the Staten Island Ferry or a run in the 340-hectare Central Park. And make sure to visit the internationally- known Metropolitan Museum of Art.。

12. Zermatt, Switzerland。

This Alpine Swiss city is most famous for the Matterhorn, a huge, jagged mountain with one of the highest summits in Europe. In its shadow is tiny Zermatt, a car-free town of just over 5,000 people. While winter is the most popular time for world-class skiing, summer is a great time to hike the surrounding Alps.。

13. Barcelona, Spain。

This magical city in the Catalonia region of Spain has everything from expansive beaches to never-ending tapas to Antoni Gaudi's imaginative architecture. Take an hour long train ride to the mountain of Montserrat and see the amazing rock formations that influenced Gaudi's work.。

14. Goreme, Turkey。

15. Ubud, Indonesia。

16. Cusco, Peru。

17. St. Petersburg, Russia。

18. Bangkok, Thailand。

Thailand's capital is one of the most tourist-friendly places in Southeast Asia. This city has possibilities for every interest and budget. Bangkok's numerous Buddhist temples and royal palaces will keep tourists busy for days. Whether in a fine restaurant or from a street cook, Thai food is some of the best in the world. For a different view of the city, take a canal tour.。

19. Kathmandu, Nepal。

20. Athens, Greece。

It is the birthplace of Western civilization now almost 4,000 years old. Explore the Acropolis in Athens, then visit the new Acropolis Museum to truly appreciate the ancient settlement. Walk in Socrates' footsteps around the Agora, the center of social activity in ancient Greece. VOA Learning English Facebook fan Tonia is an Athenian. Beyond the Acropolis, she suggests visitors explore the flea markets of Monastiraki and Plaka.。

21. Budapest, Hungary。

23. Hong Kong, China。

Excellent food, high fashion, and extraordinary skylines are just some of what Hong Kong provides. Eat lunch at a traditional dim sum teahouse. Go shopping at Mong Kok, one of the most densely populated places on Earth, or just enjoy the city's super modern architecture.。

24. Dubai, United Arab Emirates。

Dubai is a city famous for luxury goods. One of its shopping centers even has an indoor ski slope! Dubai is also home of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. And the Burj Al-Arab hotel is on an artificial island in the Arabian Sea.。

25. Sydney, Australia。

The capital of New South Wales offers historical and modern attractions that keep travelers busy for days. Sydney's Opera House, with its sail-like appearance, is a must for visitors. Also, try the top of the Sydney Tower Eye to get a bird's eye look at the city. Then explore Sydney's many appealing neighborhoods.。

What do you think of the 25 cities that made the list? Did your hometown make the list of Top 25 Destinations in the World? If not, do you think it should have? Tell us all about what makes your hometown special. Write to us in the comments section.。

Words in This Story。

monument - n. a building or place that is important because of when it was built or because of something in history that happened there。

decicated - v. to officially make (something) a place for honoring or remembering a person, event, etc.。

hidden in plain sight - idiom. used to describe something that appears to be hard to find, but is actually not hidden and is easily found。

counterculture - n. a culture with values and customs that are very different from and usually opposed to those accepted by most of society。

fashion - n. a popular way of dressing during a particular time or among a particular group of people。

flock - v. to gather or move in a crowd。

cafe - n. a small restaurant where you can get simple meals and drinks (such as coffee)。

summit - n. the highest point of a mountain : the top of a mountain。

imperial - adj. of or relating to an empire or an emperor。

night owl - idiom. a person who enjoys staying up late at night。

flea market - n. a usually outdoor market in which old and used goods are sold。