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A recent facial survey conducted by Casago on Instagram revealed something fascinating: On average, 43% of people in the most popular tourist spots around the world are smiling.
However, the study showed that the tourist attractions visited also have an impact on this aspect. Thousands of vacation photos from 1,000 tourist attractions around the world were analyzed to find out which ones make visitors smile the most.
How this analysis was carried out
According to TripAdvisor, Casago has compiled the ten most popular tourist attractions in 100 different countries. Therefore, facial recognition technology was used to analyze the Instagram photos taken at these attractions and assign a “lucky” score from 0 to 100 for the faces in each photo.
Finally, the attractions were ranked based on the percentage of happy faces captured in the photos.
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Discover now the list of destinations that make travelers happy in South America
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden is a veritable green paradise in the heart of the city. With a vast area full of trees, exotic plants and beautiful gardens, it is a perfect place to connect with nature and relax. In addition, it houses one of the largest collections of plants in Brazil, with rare and endangered species.
Inca Trail Peru
The Inca Trail is one of the most famous and respected trekking routes in the world. Located in Peru, it meanders through a variety of stunning landscapes, including cloud forests and rugged mountains.
Geyser Del Tatio Chile
The Geysir Del Tatio in Chile is a breathtaking natural spectacle. Located at an altitude of over 4,000 meters, it is one of the largest geothermal fields in the world. At dawn, jets of boiling water and steam erupt from the geysers, creating a surreal and aweinspiring landscape.
TeleferiQoEcuador
With a length of around 2,500 meters, the TelefériQo transports visitors to the summit of the Pichincha volcano at an altitude of around 4,100 meters. During the ascent, passengers enjoy incredible panoramic views of the city of Quito, the surrounding mountains, and the scenic valleys below.
At the top there is a viewing platform that offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. In addition, tourists have the opportunity to explore hiking trails, enjoy the local flora and fauna, and even go rock climbing.
Morrocoy National Park Venezuela
Morrocoy National Park in Venezuela is a tropical paradise that enchants visitors with its beaches with crystal clear waters and breathtaking landscapes. Consisting of islands and mangroves, the park offers a variety of activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, boat trips and bird watching.
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to the results of the studies
Manawakie Eco Natural Park in Honduras is the happiest tourist destination in the world. 76% of photos taken on Instagram depict happiness. The Empire State Building is the most smiled place in the United States, with a satisfaction rate of 57.5%.
The Cliffs of Moher in Ireland is Europe’s most satisfying tourist attraction with a satisfaction rate of 61.8%. In the UK, Edinburgh Castle in Scotland is considered the busiest tourist destination with a satisfaction index of 41.6%. It’s worth noting that 14 of the 20 happiest places in the world are in Latin America.