This Indian city just outranked Italy's Florence in tourist favourites of 2025
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The historic northern city of Chiang Mai in Thailand ranked second with a score of 91.94. The city is known for its unparalleled combination of cultural sites, shopping, cuisine, and access to nature. Chiang Mai's excellent luxury hotels are another reason it continues to rate among voters.The top cities in the world, according to Travel + Leisure readers, are those that truly have it all—"phenomenal attractions, superlative hotels, electric dining scenes, and world-class vibes that simply don't quit."
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