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Nicosia Listed Among Europe's 20 Best Destinations for 2026 – Ranking and Greek Islands Included

Published February 26, 2026, 17:14
Nicosia Listed Among Europe's 20 Best Destinations for 2026 – Ranking and Greek Islands Included

Nicosia has been ranked among the 20 best destinations in Europe for 2026, according to the annual list by European Best Destinations. The ranking is based on votes from millions of travelers, as well as criteria such as tourism development, social media popularity, sustainability, and accessibility. The selection process involves an initial review of over 500 European destinations by experts, based on specific indicators. Subsequently, 20 destinations are selected to compete through a vote by registered travelers of European Best Destinations. This year's vote gathered over 1.330.000 votes. In addition to Nicosia, two other Greek destinations are included in the top 20: Ano Koufonisi, described as a “summer dream” and ranked 13th, and Avlemonas in Kythira, characterized as a place of tranquility, ranked 16th. The list also includes popular cities such as Madrid, Paris, and Lisbon, as well as lesser-known but equally attractive locations in Italy, Portugal, Norway, and other countries. The list aims to promote tourism throughout Europe, highlighting the diversity and beauty of its destinations.