TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site recently announced their Traveller’s Choice awards for Attractions, highlighting the top landmarks around the globe.
In the second year of the awards for these categories, 929 winners were identified, including the top 25 in the world and dedicated lists for Asia, Australia, Canada, China, Europe, India, Mexico, South America, the South Pacific, the U.K. and the U.S.
“TripAdvisor travellers have helped identify some of the best attractions around the globe,” said Barbara Messing, chief marketing officer for TripAdvisor. “These award-winning landmarks and parks are an ideal starting point for taking in the world’s must-see sights.”
In Malaysia, 10 top landmarks were chosen with the Petronas Twin Towers coming in first place. According to a TripAdvisor traveller, “This is a must for tourists to Kuala Lumpur and especially those who love a view and are fascinated by architectural splendor.” Penang also dominated in the Malaysian list with four attractions!
Travellers’ Choice awards honour top travel spots worldwide based on the millions of valuable reviews and opinions from TripAdvisor travellers. Award winners were determined using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews for landmark and park attractions worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period.
Check out the 10 attractions in Malaysia according to their ranking on TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice list.
1. Petronas Twin Towers, Wilayah Persekutuan
2. Putrajaya Mosque, Selangor
3. Dharmikarama Burmese Temple, Penang
Photo Credit: Pedro Plassen Lopes, Flickr
4. Putra Bridge, Selangor
5. Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang
6. Menara KL, Wilayah Persekutuan
7. Thean Hou Temple, Wilayah Persekutuan
Photo Credit: Andrew Lawson, Flickr
8. Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Malacca
9. Old Protestant Cemetery, Penang
10. Wat Chayamangkalaram, Penang
Photo Credit: Eduardo M.C., Flickr
Homepage highlight photo credit: Bohey Dulang in Sabah by JohnJodeery, Flickr
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