Instagram is one of the biggest social media platforms, with 800 million users worldwide. It is a chance for people to share photos of their day to day life, and especially great for travellers to share pictures of their adventures across the globe. This list compiles the most Instagrammed buildings around the world.
1. The Eiffel Tower, Paris
Number of tags: 7.3 million
Perhaps one of the most famous landmarks in the world, the Eiffel Tower has been tagged millions of times. It’s no surprise as the Effiel Tower is high up on peoples list of places to visit.
2. Big Ben, London
Number of tags: 2.6 million
Big Ben is one of the most iconic landmarks in the UK and is a building almost everyone who visits London wants to see and photograph.
3. Notre Dame, Paris
Number of tags: 2.5 million
Closely following Big Ben is this famous medieval cathedral, known for its French Gothic architecture. That makes it the perfect place to take an Instagram to show off your travels.
4. Burj Khalifa, Dubai
Number of tags: 1.8 million
The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world and therefore is at the top of many peoples bucket lists. Consisting of 163 floors it’s certainly a site to see and a great photo opportunity.
5. The Colosseum, Rome
Number of tags: 1.7 million
The Colosseum is one of the most well known historical buildings in Rome. It was built in 72 AD and was used for gladiator contest, holding thousands of spectators. Now it is a must see location when visiting Rome.
6. The Empire State Building, New York
Number of tags: 1.5 million
The Iconic New York building was once the tallest building in the world when it was opened in 1931. It has now become a hot tourist destination and a place many people can’t wait to snap a picture of.
7. Taj Mahal, Uttar Pradesh
Number of tags: 1.1 million
This famous building was built in 1643 by the Mughal emperor as a tomb for his wife. It now receives millions of visitors a year and its beautiful architecture makes for the perfect picture opportunity.
8. La Sagrada Familia, Barcelona
Number of tags: 900 hundred thousand
This church located in Barcelona is the largest Roman Catholic church in the world and was built in 1882. Combined with its religious heritage and detailed architecture it is a go-to place for tourists.
9. Buckingham Palace
Number of tags: 500 hundred thousand
Famous for being the home of the Queen it’s no surprise that it’s number nine on this list. It’s a must visit place if your taveling to london and makes the perfect picture for your instagram page.
10. Sydney Opera House
Number of tags: 400 hundred thousand
One of the most iconic bulidings in Australia, its unique architecture makes for the perfect place to visit and get a great picture of.