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Top 10 Places to Travel for Cultural Exploration

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The opportunity to immerse oneself in a foreign culture, to explore and experience the unique traditions, customs, and values of a different community, never gets old. Photo: posztos/DepositPhotos Learn more

For thousands of years, humans have been traveling in search of these kinds of experiences. The desire to explore new cultures and indulge in authentic experiences has made cultural tourism a top priority for many travelers. Photo: sepavone/DepositPhotos Learn more

If you’re on the hunt for memorable cultural experiences for your next vacation, keep these picks from TripAdvisor in mind. Photo: pillerss/DepositPhotos Learn more

Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Seville, Spain

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Berlin, Germany

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Budapest, Hungary

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Cuba

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