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The Thai capital attracted over 21 million travelers. With its

delicious, richly spiced cuisine, iconic Buddhist temples and
easy-access to jaw-dropping landscapes, Bangkok was the
most popular destination last year.

Tokyo, Japan’s capital and the country’s largest city, is one
of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world. The

city itself can appear to first-time visitors as if it was pulled
out of a sci-fi movie, with its modern architecture and
bustling nightlife. A blend of the new and the old, Tokyo is

an attractive destination for adventurous travelers and you
can even find historic national parks and ancient temples can

be explored while you are there.

Auckland City lies on an isthmus surrounded by three
harbours. It is the largest city and one of the chief commercial

centres of New Zealand. The city is home to more than one
fourth of the country’s population. The grand city stands

against a backdrop of natural beauty with extinct volcanoes,
numerous parks and the Waitakere Ranges forest. It is also
known as the City of Sails as its harbours are lined with the

sails of hundreds of yachts on a sunny and windy day.

Chicago is the third most populous city in the United States

after New York City and Los Angeles. It is the home of Jazz,
the heart of comedy and the first builder of the skyscraper. It
is also a great centre of learning and culture and is known for

its lively street festivals. Often called the Windy City,
Chicago does experience some strong winds, but the term

was originated from the city’s strong political climate. Like
many large cities, Chicago has had its share of problems but
it is the best place on earth to live and work.

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