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Top 28 Places To Visit In January In The World
Best places to visit in January in the world:
- Maldives
- Dubai
- Switzerland
- Cambodia
- Costa Rica
- India
- Morocco
- Kenya
- Hawaii
- Laos
- Ethiopia
- Tanzania
- Vietnam
- Amsterdam
- New York
- Courchevel
- Los Angeles
- Harbin
- Cartagena
- Belize
- Barbados
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- South Africa
- Australia
- Bruges
- Sri Lanka
- Bali
1. Maldives
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2. Dubai
Top tourist places – Museum of the Future, Desert Safari, Dubai Miracle Garden, Dubai Marina, Kite Beach, Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo are some top attractions.
Things to do – Desert safari, go to The Lost Chamber Aquarium, Skydiving, one can also indulge in watersports, don’t forget to see the Dubai Fountain in the evening.
3. Switzerland
Top tourist places – Interlaken Flower Garden, Lake Geneva, Rhine Fall, Oberhofen Castle, Zurich, Swiss National Park etc.
Things to do – Scenic train journey in Jungfraujoch, enjoy boating at the Rhine Falls, hiking, Skydiving, Kayaking, Parasailing, etc.
4. Cambodia
Top tourist places – Angkor, Koh Ker, Koh Rang, Poipet, Central Market, Tonle Sap Lake, National Museum and Bamboo Island are some of the best tourist attractions.
Things to do: Biking, underwater diving, shopping, experiencing Cambodian spas, witnessing blissful sunrises at Angkor.
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5. Costa Rica
Top tourist places – San Jose, Tamarindo, La Fortuna waterfall, Cahuita National Park, and Poas volcano are major tourist attractions.
Things to do – Explore waterfalls, zip lining, horse riding, Volcano tours, beach hopping, white water rafting, Canopy tours, etc.
6. India
Top tourist places – Leh Ladakh, Jaipur, Vrindavan, Goa, Kerala, Meghalaya, Uttarakhand etc.
Things to do – Explore Rajasthan’s forts, indulge in cultural activities, shop hand-crafted decors, experience street foods in Delhi, backwater cruise in Kerala, adventure activities and wildlife safaris are some of the best things to do here. You can also check out some of the historical places in India.
7. Morocco
Top tourist places – Sahara Desert, High Atlas, Casablanca are prominent.
Things to do – Hike to the Atlas mountains, take a camel ride in Sahar, and experience traditional bathhouses.
8. Kenya
Top tourist places – Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Lake Victoria, Fourteen Falls, Lamu island.
Things to do – Hike to Mt. Kenya, jeep safari in Nairobi National Park, and visit Hippo Point; cycling is also a great way to explore Kenya.
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9. Hawaii
Top tourist places – Kailua Kona, Kapolei, Makakilo, Wailuku, Waikiki Beach, Hanauma Bay nature preserve.
Things to do – Scenic road drive to Hana, snorkeling and underwater diving, attend a traditional Hawaii feast.
10. Laos
Top tourist places – Vang Vieng, Kuang Si waterfall, Vientiane, Nong Kiau, Than KongLo caves.
Things to do – Mekong River Cruises, trekking & adventures, experience local cuisine, visit Buddhist temples.
11. Ethiopia
Top tourist places – Lalibela, Omo Valley, Bale Mountains National Park, Harar, Rift Valley.
Things to do – Explore Lalibela’s Rock-Hewn Churches, visit Axum, Danakil Depression, Blue Nile Falls, and try Ethiopian Cuisine.
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12. Tanzania
Top tourist places – Zanzibar city, Arusha, Moshi, Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Things to do – Safari in Serengeti National Park, visit Zanzibar beaches, cultural Tours, balloon Safaris, Scuba Diving and Snorkeling.
13. Vietnam
Top tourist places – Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Sapa, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Da Nang are some of the best places to visit in Vietnam.
Things to do – Cruise in Halong Bay, visit Hoi An Ancient Town, experience Vietnamese Cuisine, trekking in Sapa, relax in Mekong Delta
14. Amsterdam
Top tourist places – Dam Square, Canal Cruise, Jordaan district, Vondelpark.
Things to do – Cycling in the city, indulging in local and Dutch cuisine, Red Light District, art galleries and street markets.
15. New York
New York is also one of the best places to celebrate New Year in the World.
Top tourist places – Statue of Liberty, Museum of Modern Art, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park.
Things to do – Visit the Museums, explore Central Park, stroll around High Line Park, and take a ferry to the Statue of Liberty.
16. Courchevel
Top tourist places – Skiing in Les Trois Vallees, Aquamotion, Courchevel Moriond.
Things to do – Winter Hiking and Snowshoeing, Ice Skating, Aquamotion, cultural excursions, hot air ballooning.
17. Los Angeles
Top tourist places – Hollywood Sign and Walk of Fame, Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Venice Beach, The Hollywood Bowl.
Things to do: Visit Getty Villa, watch the sunset at Griffith Observatory, and go shopping.
18. Harbin
Top tourist places – Jingpo Lake, Harbin Confucian Temple, Siberian Tiger Park, Central Street, Sun Island.
Things to do – Enjoy Winter Activities, discover the Heilongjiang Provincial Museum, walk along Central Street, and explore the Ice and Snow Festival.
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19. Cartagena
Top tourist places – Jamaica, Aruba, The Bahamas, Antigua and Barbuda, Cayman Islands, Puerto Rico.
Things to do – Snorkeling and Diving, Island Exploration, Boat Tours and Cruises, sampling local cuisine, spa retreats.
20. Belize
Top tourist places – Belize Zoo, Placencia, Xunantunich, Lamanai, Belize Barrier Reef, Caye Caulker.
Things to do: Explore Ancient Maya Ruins, Caye hopping, snorkelling, wildlife and nature tours, jungle adventures, and indulge in local cuisine.
21. Barbados
Top tourist places – Andromeda Botanic Gardens, Bottom Bay, Barbados Museum, Bridgetown, Carlisle Bay, Animal Flower Cave.
Things to do – Explore Bridgetown, take a guided tour of Harrison’s cave, visit Plantation Houses, and wander through Botanical gardens.
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22. New Zealand
Top tourist places – Fiordland National Park. Rotorua, Queenstown, Bay of Islands, Waitomo Caves, Tongariro National Park.
Things to do – Caving adventures, beach activities, Maori cultural experiences, hiking, snowboarding, cruising, Local food experiences, stargazing.
23. Nicaragua
Top tourist places – San Juan River, Corn Islands, Masaya Volcano National Park, Mombacho Volcano, Ometepe Island
Things to do – Boat tours, market Visits, artisan workshops, adventure activities, exploring colonial cities, climbing Telica Volcano.
24. South Africa
Top tourist places – Sun City, Robben Island, Drakensberg Mountains, Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Stellenbosch & Cape Winelands,
Things to do – Safari experience, Robben Island tour, Shark cage diving, cultural experiences, activities at beaches, Cape Peninsula tour.
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25. Australia
Top tourist places – Sydney, Gold Coasts, Melbourne, Cairns
Things to do – Discover Melbourne city, explore Sydney Opera House, Great Ocean Road, Daintree rainforest, enjoy Australia’s urban life.
26. Bruges
In January, this city’s glamour increases because of the New Year decorations, making it the best places to visit in January in the world.
Doesn’t matter who you are; this city has something for everyone, whether it be cool futuristic buildings, museums and old medieval buildings. Choco-Story Museum is a really famous place where you can learn about chocolate and get to taste some freshly made chocolates as well.
Top tourist places – Basilica of the Holy Blood, Belfry of Bruges, Groeninge Museum, Church of Our Lady.
Things to do – Admire Gothic Architecture, visit Museums and Art Galleries, indulge in Belgian Cuisine, and take a Canal Tour.
27. Sri Lanka
You‘ll get less crowded beaches, picture-perfect roads surrounded by palm trees and clean blue-green water. This place is full of Buddhist places, and people are also super friendly, and they’ll make you feel warm and welcome.
Top tourist places – Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Ella, Galle, Yala National Park, Mirissa, Kandy.
Things to do: Hike on Sigiriya Rock, go on safaris, explore the Temple of the Tooth, and visit the Dambulla Cave Temple.
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28. Bali
Clearly one of the best places to visit in January in the world. It has some famous temples like Uluwata, Basakih and Tanah Lot; these are not just a place with religious belief, it is also really remarkable buildings. This place is also famous for its handicrafts like fabrics, jewelry, and decor stuff which displays their creativity.
Top tourist places – Besakih Temple, Uluwatu Temple, and Mount Batur are some popular places to visit in Bali.Things to do – Visit temples, surf, shop in the Ubud Art Market, trek to Mount Batur for a picture-perfect sunrise view, and enjoy diving and other watersports.
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