7. Turkey (annual visitors: 27 000 000)
It is a country of contrasts: Turkey is European in its mind and Asian in its heart. Istanbul spreads across two continents. Turkish food is full of color and flavor. Also, Turkey is paradise for coffee lovers. Despite the fact that Turkish practice Islam there is the world’s largest Christian church called the Grotto of St. Peter in Antakya (Antioch).

8. Germany (annual visitors: ~27 000 000)
Despite its difficult history now crowds of happy tourists from all over the world visit Germany. The main rivers Rhine and Mine allow us to see the entire country from a unique perspective and look at the most important urban centers like Frankfurt, Mainz and Dusseldorf. There are both modern glass domes and ancient castles. People will be able to participate in numerous sporting events, festivals and Octoberfest that is arranged every autumn. The capital is especially good – Berlin is famous for its carnivals, fairs, museums and film festivals.