The World is a dangerous place. Kidnapping, murder, disease, rape, terrorism, accidents and theft cases are some of the worst travel tragedies. Following is a list of the most risky countries to venture in:
10. Israel
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Just because it is a holy land does not mean you will be wholly satisfied. Terrorist activities have become a norm, conflicts between the military and the rebelling groups require tourists to exercise extra amount of caution while treading this country. Places near Gaza strip and the West Bank are those highly likely to disturb the travelers and should be avoided consequently. Whatever agencies might say, the place is under constant threat of a war.
9. India
Indians are hospitable people willing to help foreigners in any daily circumstance however this politeness varies from people to people and places to places. Home to a thousand extremist groups, females should especially avoid getting out and about in the darkness of the night. Despite the beautiful sites places, plenty of rapes have been reported in Goa, New Delhi and Rajasthan.
8. Lebanon
Known for its scenic beauty and breathtaking nightlife tourist destinations, Lebanon is covered with ice in the morning and beach sand later in the day. However it is not without its faults. Southern suburbs of Beirut, areas near Litani River and Bekaa valley are insecure and in the past, terrorist groups have attacked tourist areas like Tripoli.
7. Zimbabwe
A main tourist attraction is the Great Victoria Falls which is truly a spectacular site to witness. The landlocked country is further glorified by Ancient ruins of the Munhumutapa Empire and the eastern highlands. However the declining economic situation is giving birth to criminal activities. Robbery, snatching and assaults on foreigners are pretty common on streets.
6. Brazil
Brazil is a haven for travelers looking for diversity in geography and ethnic cultures. It offers lush green Amazon rain forests, exotic beaches, carnivals and a cuisine you will die for. But the downfall is that the economic growth has simultaneously widened the gap between the rich and poor which has in turn increased chances of rape, kidnapping, Drug and arms trade, corruption, prostitution, Violent street crime etc.
5. South Africa
South Africa contributed Nelson Mandela to the world and the FIFA World Cup. But its not just rainbows and butterflies. it has been proclaimed as the rape capital of the world. Since crime is such a genuine problem, it is best if visitors avoid strolls in the country after sunset. Also HiV AIDS is highly prevalent, so it’s advisable to exercise restraint.
4. Algeria
Civil war stories which gave a subsequent rise to warlords color the history of this nation. Terrorism, ambushes, fake road blockages are common instances. Unless you are a journalist or a high profile official with all the right security personnel, it is best to just travel Algeria virtually through photos and videos on the internet.
3. Pakistan
The kidnapping and murder of Daniel Pearl (Jewish American Journalist), the assassination of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto and the bombing of Marriot Hotel in Islamabad are few instances of what goes on in Pakistan. Only intelligent people can be safe here and enjoy the beautiful geography and the generosity of the natives.
2. Colombia
Colombia has come a long way from the violence of 1980s but it is still a dangerous country since Kidnapping, extortion, robbery, murder, car bombings, drug trade etc are common in cities as well as rural areas. The brave still venture there because of the highly attractive Andes mountain ranges, gorgeous women and some breathtaking landscapes. However, he presence of paramilitary organizations, drug traffickers and armed guerrilla (FARC and ELN) pose a major threat to tourists.
1. Haiti
Poverty, witchcraft, Voodoo and black magic are the major turnoffs in Haiti. Natural Disasters haven’t been kind to this country either. Earthquakes, hurricanes and tropical storms have visited this place of already a dark history. Riots, civil unrest, escaped prisoners on the streets are a part of present scenario. It is the most dangerous place to visit in the world.
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India is the worst …… no one should go there
I agree with some aspects of this list, but something tells me North Korea, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Albania, etc. are a little less hospitable to tourists than Israel.
Is Israel even a country , I think it should be number 1 , becarful not to let them visit your countries , because a few years later they will change it’s name to Israel , just like what they did to palestine !!!
I completely disagree about India… I spent 5 weeks there two years ago, and I’ve never met such friendly and sweet people. Both in big cities like New Delhi and “smaller” towns like Nasik, people will go out of their way to help you, guide you and make sure you’re enjoying your stay. True, the hotels are far from great (no real “in-between” hotels – either very cheap or very expensive, and everything in between is disappointing!), but the attractions and historical sites are the most beautiful in the world, and people are truly amazing. I mean this, stop giving India a bad reputation!! And to all those wonderful and kind people who helped us along the way, THANK YOU! This is one of the reasons for which I will be returning to India next year… can’t wait!!
Oh and if you think it’s not safe… there are TONS of safety checks in all major sites (Taj Mahal), and I have never seen such a clean, safe and secure subway system as the one in New Delhi.
actually people of Iran are very Hospitable
I strongly disagree about Brasil being tagged as unfriendly. Despite the fact that there are social conflicts here, the cities are mostly safe, the people is one of the coolest in the world. Who ever wrote this article had never been anywhere in Brasil other than Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo. Shame on you!
@ hmmmm : People in Iran are by far the most host hospitable people i’ve ever met !
I’ve also been in albania, very hospitable people too! The government or the history ( wars etc ) don’t represent the hospitality of people!
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The gentleman who created the site must have forgot about Libya, Syria and some African countries where a lot of marauding pirates and robbers are always present. India must not be included in this list. At lease once you visit you will come to know. India is the land of peace and harmony. Some neighboring countries are creating tension and hatred in Indian soil. India is more safer than Philippines, Srilanka and some other terrorist infested countries.
Israel is not dangerous at all there is tons of soldiers everywhere and it has one of the lowest crime rates in the world comparable to switzerland. You are more likely to be robbed in London than attacked in israel
what garbage south africa is far from. i live here, with my wife and son, and believe me, other than the city centre, this is rubbish.
je suis en désaccord avec ce classement,HAITI le pays le plus dangereux du monde c’est FAUX.J’imagine que ce classement fait partie d’un complot qui consiste a donné une mauvais image de ce pays qui veut rester libre. Mettre en avance la culture du pays pour salire sont image honte à vous!…C’est sur que Haiti est plus dangereux que L’IRAK, L’IRAN, La Corée du Nord.
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I completely agree about Brazil, I have lived here fro 6 months, and it has been the worst experience of my life. Very, very scary, and the people are incredibly rude almost beyond words.
Enjoy such places as Somalia and North Korea and Detroit!
Travelling is not for everybody. If you want a safe environment that is under your control – stay at home! I completely and vehemently disagree about South Africa (my home) and India (where I’ve travelled extensively.) Both are beautiful and should be experienced. I have not been to any of the others on the list, but I’m sure that if I am lucky enough to go and see them, I will certainly look for the beauty, not for the boogieman.