MasterCard has published the Global Destination Cities Index for the most visited cities in 2018.
According to the index, Bangkok, Paris, London, Dubai, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, New York and Tokyo were the best destinations for tourists.
Istanbul was the seventh most visited city as it is the largest Turkish city and the second largest city in the world. Moreover, Istanbul is Turkey's economic and touristis center as well as the first port of the city. Istanbul city is mostley known by its Bosphuros that connect both European and Anatolian Sides of the city. The European side of Istanbul is called Thrace, while the Anatolian one is known as Anatolia.
As for Antalya, it is ranked the tenth most visited city, as it is considered one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the world and in Turkey particularly, with its charming landscapes and beaches. Antalya was a large naval fleet, and then it grew and developed until it went through a series of prosperity and development in all areas until it has become the tenth most visited city in the world.
