During a tourism familiarization trip to the Indian state of Maharashtra, jointly organized by the Embassy of India in Vietnam and the Directorate of Tourism under the Government of Maharashtra, an international delegation of journalists and travel businesses spent an entire day exploring the Ajanta Caves-an ancient Buddhist cave complex recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
The ranking released on March 18 is part of the annual World Airport Awards 2026, based on passenger satisfaction surveys assessing traveler experiences across a range of airport service and product performance indicators, from check-in, arrivals and transfers to shopping, security, immigration and departure procedures at the gate.
Perched atop Hanoi’s tallest tower, InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 combines elevated views, diverse dining and expansive event spaces, positioning itself as a key luxury destination in the capital’s growing western district.
Rising from the basalt plateau of Maharashtra in western India, the Ellora Caves-carved directly into the mountainside more than a millennium ago-stand as one of humanity’s most extraordinary architectural achievements.
Among the most-searched destinations, Asian countries such as Vietnam, Japan, and Thailand appear alongside established European tourism hubs including Italy and Spain.
Vietnamese travelers are seen as a promising market for cultural exploration and Buddhist pilgrimage tourism in India in general and Maharashtra State in particular.