Best holiday destination named as 'most picturesque' place in the world where you can enjoy 'once-in-a-lifetime' experiences

Hindu temple on Bratan Lake, Bali / Diamond Beach, Bali

The best place to go on holiday has been revealed

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Anna Barry

By Anna Barry


Published: 18/07/2024

- 12:34

Bali, Indonesia is home to "immaculate views" that tourists "couldn't recommend more"

It's not too late for Britons to book this year's summer holiday and an Asian destination has been named as the best place to go.

According to a new study, Bali is the most beautiful vacation destination, receiving an almost picture-perfect score of 9.06 on the "picturesque" scale.


Bali, Indonesia has received a whopping 518,200 Google searches, 72,643,695 Instagram hashtags and 5,400,000 TikTok hashtags, according to a photography expert at Level Frames.

They said: "Bali tops the list with a score of 9.06/10. The Indonesian province has become increasingly popular in recent years, with over 5.2 million international tourists estimated to have visited in 2023.

Woman swinging in Diamond Beach in Nusa Penida Bali

Bali has been named the 'most picturesque' vacation spot

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"It is well-known for its intricate temples, lush greenery and stunning beaches."

Bali is home to some incredible natural beauty. Holidaymakers can explore Kelingking Beach, which one Tripadvisor reviewer called a "top location", while another rejoiced at its "immaculate views".

Jatiluwih Green Land is another "amazing place" to visit, "just kilometres of rice paddies and terraces".

One visitor said: "You can walk around the terraces and around the rice fields, there is a paved walking track for cyclists. It is a truly amazing sight and well worth the trip up there."

Sekumpul Waterfall is also a must-see in Bali, with one visitor calling it a "once-in-a-lifetime experience they could not recommend more".


Most picturesque holiday destinations

  1. Bali, Indonesia
  2. Paris, France
  3. Madrid, Spain
  4. Las Vegas, United States
  5. New York, United States
  6. Amsterdam, Netherlands
  7. Los Angeles, United States
  8. Vancouver, Canada
  9. Montreal, Canada
  10. Dubai, United Arab Emirates

They said: "The waterfalls are absolutely magnificent and something that I will never forget."

For those who are looking to holiday a little closer to home, Paris, Madrid and Amsterdam made the top 10 list of most picturesque holiday destinations.

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Eiffel Tower, Paris

Closer to home, Paris is a beautiful holiday pick

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The capital of France is home to the world-famous Eiffel Tower. One visitor to the landmark called it a "fantastic experience", while another recounted "breathtaking views".

In Madrid, Parque del Retiro is a "must-see". A visitor said: "You could easily spend the whole day walking around, admiring the lake, the landscape and the birds. The [Glass] Palace is beautiful and I was surprised to discover there are parakeets in Madrid."

Amsterdam is home to some idyllic neighbourhoods, including The Jordaan. Enjoy a stroll down "charming" streets and "picturesque" canals.

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