5 Best Destinations in the World for Cultural Tourism

2. Rome

Number of WHS Visitors: 1052

Rome is the capital of Italy and one of the oldest cities in the world since it has been inhabited for almost three thousand years. Rome takes its name from the Roman Empire and has interesting legends surrounding its creation. The most popular tale involves two brothers who suckled from a wolf. Since then, Rome sat at the heart of the Roman Empire, and as a result, is one of the top cultural attractions in the world. Some notable attractions are the Colosseum, several baths, and amphitheaters which preserve Roman culture for eternity.