An Unfinished Cathedral In Spain Has Been Named 2022's Top Attraction In The World
Would you visit an attraction that’s still under construction? Tripadvisor recently released its “Best of the Best Things to Do” list of the best attractions in the world. The top attraction in the world is a European cathedral that has been under construction since 1882.
Located in Barcelona, Basilica de la Sagrada Familia was the vision of Antoni Gaudí, a trailblazer in modern architecture. The cathedral was vandalized in the 1930s during the Spanish Civil War. In 2005, Basilica de la Sagrada Familia became a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The travel platform releases Travelers’ Choice Awards each year. The “Best of the Best Things to Do” list features 11 categories, including the best amusement parks and experiences in the US and in the world.
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Award recipients “are determined based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings for experiences, tours, activities and attractions on Tripadvisor…from May 1, 2021, through April 30, 2022, specific to each award subcategory, as well as an additional editorial process,” says Tripadvisor.
Kate Urquhart, general manager of experiences at Tripadvisor says, “The awards bring well-deserved recognition to the hard-working and skilled tour operators who have managed to provide exceptional experiences to their guests while still navigating the pandemic.”
Here are the winners of Tripadvisor’s “Best of the Best Things to Do” list.
Top 10 attractions in the world
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia – Barcelona, Spain
Colosseum – Rome, Italy
Empire State Building – New York City, New York
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Gallerie Degli Uffizi – Florence, Italy
Plaza de España – Seville, Spain
Iguazu Falls – Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil
The Roman Baths – Bath, United Kingdom
Garden of the Gods – Colorado Springs, Colorado
Trevi Fountain – Rome, Italy
Top 10 attractions in the US
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Empire State Building – New York City, New York
Garden of the Gods – Colorado Springs, Colorado
Central Park – New York City, New York
Iolani Palace – Honolulu, Hawaii
Biltmore House – Asheville, North Carolina
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum – New York City, New York
Arches National Park – Moab, Utah
The National WWII Museum – New Orleans, Louisiana
Taliesin Preservation – Spring Green, Wisconsin
Stetson Mansion – DeLand, Florida
Top 10 world amusement and water parks
Siam Park – Adeje, Spain
Puy du Fou – Les Epesses, France
Beto Carrero World – Penha, Brazil
Puy du Fou España – Toldeo, Spain
The Milky Way Adventure Park – Clovelly, United Kingdom
Hot Park – Rio Quente, Brazil
Waterbom Bali – Kuta, Indonesia
Dollywood – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Universal’s Islands of Adventure – Orlando, Florida
Parque Terra Mágica Florybal – Canela, Brazil
Top 10 US amusement and water parks
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Dollywood – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Universal’s Islands of Adventure – Orlando, Florida
Magic Kingdom Park – Orlando, Florida
Universal Studios Hollywood – Los Angeles, California
Universal Studios Florida – Orlando, Florida
Silver Dollar City – Branson, Missouri
Funland – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Fun Spot America – Kissimmee, Florida
Santa’s Village – Jefferson, New Hampshire
Busch Gardens – Tampa, Florida