Loved to death: How millions of tourists are destroying the world's most famous landmarks, from crushed coral reefs to ancient monuments being climbed - and the destinations that could be next

Daily Mail - Oct 12, 2026

From the Great Barrier Reef to Venice, Machu Picchu and the Pyramids of Giza, some of the world's most treasured destinations are paying the price for their popularity.

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