Romance Redefined as Unlikely Landmarks Crown the World’s Most Romantic Spots
When planning a romantic trip many couples might consider visiting Paris, known as the 'city of love', or a getaway to a scenic Italian coastal spot. Most people probably wouldn't think of landmarks like the Great Wall of China, or a 6km walking route from Bondi to Coogee in Australia. Alternatively, a mosque might not be the first thing that comes to mind either. But, new research by Go2Africa found the 20 most romantic landmarks across the world after analysing 1.5 million reviews from couples. SurprisingLy, the Eiffel Tower placed 68th overall. Instead the most romantic landmark in the world proved to be The Matterhorn, in Switzerland. The near-symmetrical mountain in the Alps received four to five star ratings from 98.66 per cent of couples. Many described it as an 'unforgettable experience' and warned visitors to 'be prepared to be awestruck'. The impressive mountain is perfect for those hoping to go skiing, or take a romantic train ride across the area. Surprising, the Eiffel Tower placed 68th overall. Instead the most romantic landmark in the world proved to be The Matterhorn (pictured), in Switzerland. Meanwhile, the Great Wall of China placed fifth and saw 98.11 per cent of couples rating it highly. The second most romantic landmark will take travellers to the other side of the globe - all the way to Bolivia, in South America. Salar de Uyuni, also known as 'salt flat at Uyuni', scored 98.55 per cent. It's a particularly photogenic spot and during the rainy season the floor becomes mirror-like, making for impressive views. Elsewhere, Sydney Harbour in Australia placed third and saw 98.48 per cent of couples leaving great reviews. It offers great views of the city and is a good place for a walk, with Go2Africa describing it as 'one of the most beautiful places in the country'. Made of seven jaw-dropping waterfalls, Les 7 Cascades in Mauritius is an island covered in lush greenery. It ranks fourth overall, and is perfect for couples wanting to swim, hike, and enjoy the natural environment. Meanwhile, the Great Wall of China placed fifth and saw 98.11 per cent of couples rating it highly. Finishing off the top ten, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in the United Arab Emirates saw 97.51 per cent of couples leaving high reviews. The Iguazu Falls in Brazil ranked sixth, followed by the Grand Canyon in America. Closer to home, Arthur's Seat placed eighth with many couples seeing the extinct volcano in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh as a good spot to visit together. Elsewhere, Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe ranked ninth. Finishing off the top 10, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in the United Arab Emirates saw 97.51 per cent of couples leaving high reviews. Source: Go2Africa
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- Matterhorn tops the list as the world’s most romantic landmark with 98.66% five‑star ratings
- Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is the second most romantic site with 98.55% approval
- Sydney Harbour in Australia ranks third with 98.48% recommendations
- Les 7 Cascades in Mauritius ranks fourth
- Great Wall of China is fifth with 98.11% rating
- Iguazu Falls in Brazil ranks sixth
- Grand Canyon in the United States ranks seventh
- Arthur's Seat in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh ranks eighth
- Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe ranks ninth
- Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in the United Arab Emirates ranks tenth with 97.51%
Matterhorn tops the list as the world’s most romantic landmark with 98.66% five‑star ratings
The Matterhorn, in Switzerland, leads the ranking as the world’s most romantic landmark. The near-symmetrical mountain in the Alps received four to five star ratings from 98.66 per cent of couples. Many described it as an 'unforgettable experience' and warned visitors to 'be prepared to be awestruck'. The impressive mountain is perfect for those hoping to go skiing, or take a romantic train ride across the area.
Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia is the second most romantic site with 98.55% approval
The second most romantic landmark will take travellers to the other side of the globe - all the way to Bolivia, in South America. Salar de Uyuni, also known as 'salt flat at Uyuni', scored 98.55 per cent. It's a particularly photogenic spot and during the rainy season the floor becomes mirror-like, making for impressive views.
Sydney Harbour in Australia ranks third with 98.48% recommendations
Elsewhere, Sydney Harbour in Australia placed third and saw 98.48 per cent of couples leaving great reviews. It offers great views of the city and is a good place for a walk, with Go2Africa describing it as 'one of the most beautiful places in the country'.
Les 7 Cascades in Mauritius ranks fourth
Made of seven jaw-dropping waterfalls, Les 7 Cascades in Mauritius is an island covered in lush greenery. It ranks fourth overall, and is perfect for couples wanting to swim, hike, and enjoy the natural environment.
Great Wall of China is fifth with 98.11% rating
The Great Wall of China placed fifth and saw 98.11 per cent of couples rating it highly.
Iguazu Falls in Brazil ranks sixth
The Iguazu Falls in Brazil ranked sixth, followed by the Grand Canyon in America.
Grand Canyon in the United States ranks seventh
The Iguazu Falls in Brazil ranked sixth, followed by the Grand Canyon in America.
Arthur's Seat in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh ranks eighth
Closer to home, Arthur's Seat placed eighth with many couples seeing the extinct volcano in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh as a good spot to visit together.
Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe ranks ninth
Elsewhere, Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe ranked ninth.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in the United Arab Emirates ranks tenth with 97.51%
Finishing off the top 10, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in the United Arab Emirates saw 97.51 per cent of couples leaving high reviews.
