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The Halal World
8/11/2017 Hour 16:54

11 Destinations of halal Tourist in 2017

Economy World Website - Amir Shamouki: If we look at the figures for Muslim tourists in the world, Halal tourism can not be ignored. In this framework, Muslim tourists have special needs and they should use some kind of religiously suitable products when going on holiday. This includes choices for food, lodging, entertainment, hobbies, clothing, and even spiritual experience.

Halal tourism is one of the new trends in travel, which is extremely dramatic. Halal licenses that are awarded to industries such as hotels, restaurants, non-alcoholic beverages, private beaches and swimming suits for women and children are based on Islamic religious law. Regarding the holiday status and travel expenses, 11 Halal Tourist Destinations in 2017 are presented by some sources of news and analysis. Malaysia is topped by these countries, which has been able to create the proper features for the Halal Travel industry. Other countries include Emirates, Turkey, Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. In general, the countries of the Middle East and Southeast Asia have had significant growth in this area


Malaysia; Muslims and Muslims

According to global reports, about 61 percent of Malaysian population is Muslim. It is one of the main destinations for attracting Halal tourists to the world. Malaysia provides good facilities for Muslim tourists visiting Southeast Asia.

This country is famous for food tourism, staying and being multi-cultural and multi-ethnic. Malaysia& rich historical and cultural heritage, along with its expertise in Halal industries, has made visiting tourists entertained with pleasure. In addition, Malaysian island tours and its unsurpassed scenery have become an attractive destination for holidays. Some other things attracting tourists to Malaysia are annual, diverse, traditional architecture, specialty arts and also the extraordinary natural beauty of this country. Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and some other cities are among the most attractive and tourist destinations in Malaysia.

Emirate; Rapid development of halal packages

76percent of the UAE population is Muslim. Emirates, which consists of several emirates, is ranked second in Halal tourist destinations. Over the years, the country has become one of the leading destinations in solvent tourism and has quickly expanded travel packages in the framework of Islamic beliefs and beliefs. The most important cities and areas offered to Muslim tourists are the cities of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah and some other cities


Turkey; combining history and modernity 

In Turkey, more than 98% of the Muslim population. This country is a unique destination in terms of the combination of delicious food, the magnificent cultural heritage and the remarkable remnants of many of the extended and expanded empires. In addition, the kind of European look and feel and the traditional Turkish culture make it a lot of travelers. Some of the most attractive destinations are the Turkish Strait of Bosphorus, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Cappadocia and Anatolia. Istanbul, Antalya and Izmir are among other tourist destinations in the province


Indonesia; a weird destination

Statistics show that 87% of Indonesia& population is Muslim. This country is in the fourth place of Halal tourism. Exotic natural scenery, beautiful beaches, historic attractions, along with many facilities for Muslim tourists, are one of the things that make traveling to Indonesia enjoyable for this religious group. It has the largest archipelago in the world with 17,500 tropical islands, with white stones and turquoise waters. This has made Indonesia a beautiful destination among Halal destinations. It is a natural paradise on earth, and the most important cities include Jakarta and Surabaya, although other islands of the country are also visited


Saudi Arabia; attractive for pilgrims of the house of God

95percent of Saudi Arabia& population is Muslim. It has natural beauty, ancient cities, and world-class opportunities in the Red Sea. Despite the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, there is no doubt that Saudi Arabia is among the most important destinations for Muslim tourists, and many of them tend to travel to that country. Mecca and Medina are the top destinations of Muslim travel, attracting pilgrims from all over the world every year. In addition to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, other cities like Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and Tabuk are also visited by Halal tourists


Morocco; Luxurious for Muslims

In the sixth category of halal tourist destinations this year, Morocco has a population of 99%. This country is known for its modernity, along with traditional Islam, Halal food, mosques and beautiful places, and has attracted many visitors to Muslim and non-Muslim tourists. Morocco is one of the most attractive destinations in the world. Visitors will have an unforgettable experience of the country's cuisine and will enjoy their hometown in this country. Morocco has magnificent holidays, offering visitors the most comfortable place to stay in. There are many places in this country, such as Sultan Hasan II mosque and Casablanca, visited by Muslim tourists


Jordan; famous like Petra

About 97 percent of the Jordanian population is Muslim, and the country has ranked seventh among halal destinations. This country, perhaps due to the famous ancient city of Petra, is a land with a memorable and diverse beauty, so that a trip to Jordan like to go back in time. Its magnificent red sandstones have given it all the enormous charm to the magnificent streets of the city of Amman (the capital of Jordan), along with high cliffs and rocky plains, volcanic basalts, olive trees and magnificent ruins of the cities of Petra and Jerash. The city of Petra in Jordan is considered to be the most valuable treasure of the country. In addition to these famous attractions, there are other tourist attractions in the cities of Amman and some other cities in Jordan attracting tourists


Diameter; solvent axial destination

Qatar is ranked eighth with halal tourist destinations with 77.5 percent of the Muslim population. It has been among the most economically developed countries in recent years and has specialized in halal tourism. In Qatar, which is located in the Arabian Peninsula, minorities from other religions also live. Recently, the country has become a pivotal destination in this regard. Qatar has paid great attention to some attractions such as the Museum of Islamic Arts, the Catalan Cultural Village and some other important museums


Egypt; rich heritage

In the meantime, Egypt, of which about 95% of the population is Muslim, is also ranked nineth in halal tourism destinations in 2017. The country & capacity is due to its rich cultural and historical heritage, which, along with Halal & capacities, causes a large number of Muslims to want to spend their holidays in this country. Egypt also has the best restaurants and food, and one of the most important places to visit is the Sphinx and the Pyramids


Spain; Unbelievable but attractive Muslims

If Muslims are looking for a destination with a variety of halal dishes and a variety of resorts to Halal standards, Spain is a good place to visit. There are several Halal restaurants in Madrid and other tourism destinations in the country that provide services to Muslims and include foods from the Middle East to South Asia. Spain also has beautiful mosques, including a mosque in Madrid. The Islamic Cultural Center of Madrid is also one of the largest mosques in Europe and provides various facilities for tourists. The Cordoba Mosque, the Alcazar Royal Palace, Viana Palace and the Al-Zahra Medina are among other attractions that can be visited by Muslim tourists


Malta; Summer Holiday Gate

But the eleventh country is Halal tourism destination, Malta, with a small population of Muslims. It has many restaurants with Halal standards as well as beautiful beaches. This small island in the Mediterranean Sea is a gateway to summer holidays, and due to the historic nature of its homes and walls, it has great villas and high security for Muslim tourists. Its major cities include Valletta, the capital of this country, the banks of the Blue Lagoon and the Golden Gulf as well as the Islamic Center of Malta.

A look at the list shows that, despite the fact that Iran is one of the most important countries with a majority Muslim population and is among the most popular natural, historical and cultural attractions in the world, and although officials have repeatedly spoken of trying to develop Halal tourism, it seems that In the area of ​​attracting Halal tourists, he has not been able to find the right place as it should and should, at least in the list of desirable countries for Muslim tourists. This is as far as the recruitment of Halal tourists is an opportunity for Iran to use its capacities in this area to achieve tourism goals and strengthen the industry