Bangkok named world's most visited city for international tourists

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, has been ranked as the most visited city in the world by international arrivals, according to the Euromonitor International Top 100 City Destinations report. The city recorded approximately 30.3 million international arrivals, surpassing other major destinations such as Hong Kong, London, and Macao.

The ranking specifically measures international arrivals, defined as visitors entering from another country who stay for at least 24 hours. This metric excludes domestic travelers, which accounts for why cities like Paris or New York may rank differently in other types of tourism studies.

In addition to its status as a global tourism hub, Thailand offers various regional destinations catering to different traveler needs. While Bangkok serves as the political and economic center, other notable locations include Chiang Mai for culture and nature, Phuket and Krabi for beaches, and Ayutthaya for historical ruins.