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Even before we get to tell you more about this topic, here is a disclaimer. The word, boring, is a very subjective term and the places mentioned below are truly not the universal choices in this list. It could differ from person to person. Another point that we would like to insist here is that just because these places are classified as boring, it doesn’t mean that they are shabby or drab.

These places fall under the category of boring because a traveler might not know what to do here after a few hours. There may be a natural extravaganza, historical monuments, wildlife parks or anything else in these places, but unfortunately, that’s about it! These places are called boring because they lack diversity, which many tourists look forward to.

• Aswan in Egypt

Aswan is a city in Egypt and it is widely known for one strange reason – it is one of the few non-pyramid destinations in the country. It is famous for the Aswan Dam that is located right near the city, but that’s all about the city. If you thought the dam was interesting and it would give you panoramic views while enjoying a boat ride across River Nile, you are mistaken. Our suggestion is to skip this city altogether when you plan your trip to Egypt because you are not going to miss anything here.

• Hatfield in Britain

If you haven’t heard about Hatfield in Britain, we don’t blame you at all. There is nothing worth remembering in the city, to say the least. The Hertfordshire town, especially, has nothing to offer the tourists except for its modern architectural buildings and a museum that tells about its rich legacy of being an aerospace center in the earlier years. The city is neat and has got a university, too. Nevertheless, that hasn’t stopped many tourists from voting this as one of the most boring cities that they ever visited in their lives.

• Canberra in Australia

Are you surprised to find the Australian capital city on this list? Canberra would not have have been in this list if it didn’t have vibrant and happening neighbors such as Sydney and Melbourne! Yes, you will find a lot of historical museums here, but nothing beyond that. This a very quiet city that looks dull in the night. The presence of noisy, crowded and ever-joyous neighbors adds to the misery of Canberra. Visit the city if you want, but don’t be disappointed if you don’t find any activity engaging enough for you here.

• Lubbock in Texas

Lubbock is a very small town in the beautiful and big Texas City. This town is so boring that you start to think of how quickly you can step out of this place as soon as you set foot inside. An American town without any fast food joint or club – that’s what Lubbock is all about. Yes, the people are friendly, and the buildings are beautiful here. However, we are sure that as a tourist, you will expect more from a place than its people and buildings.

• Agra in India

You might have all known about Agra because it is the place that houses one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Taj Mahal. Is there anything more to talk about Agra? Absolutely, not! The place survives mainly because of the revenue earned from tourists who come to visit the Taj Mahal. After you are done visiting the monument, you will find that you don’t have anything else to see in this place. To add fuel to the fire, the city is also dirty, polluted and always crowded, which adds to its boredom factor.

• Ottawa in Canada

The Canadian capital city of Ottawa was rated as one of the boring cities in the country in a survey that was conducted many years ago. Coma city is another nickname given to this city; so, you can imagine the level of boredom in this place! Never make the blunder of visiting Ottawa during the winters. It is very cold and the roads are covered with snow completely. You have to stay indoors all through the day, which can make it a very boring vacation for you. Even during the other seasons, Ottawa doesn’t have much to offer except museums and parks. The presence of a happening and busy neighbor in Montreal only makes it even tougher for Ottawa to stay in the race.

• Casablanca in Morocco

In reality, Casablanca is a far duller and drier place than what is shown in the movies. With the exception of the Hassan II Mosque, there is nothing in this city that is worth visiting. If you thought it was a nice & romantic getaway for you to plan your honeymoon, you are mistaken. Unlike the other beautiful Moroccan cities like Marrakech, Casablanca contains narrow & crowded roads. What’s worse is that the local dealers try to exploit the tourists who come here with their fake & overpriced goods.

• Guayaquil in Ecuador

You might know Guayaquil as the biggest city in Ecuador. However, just because it is big and busy, it doesn’t have to be an interesting place. Apart from the huge commercial establishments, the breath-taking riverfront Malecon region and Las Penas Hills closeby, you will not find anything worth exploring in this big city. Tourists find this city quite boring because the entire place can be covered in less than half a day.

Are you drafting your travel plans right now? Watch out for these places and stay away from them. Instead, look for places that are diverse and bubbling with energy. Visit places where you will never have a dull moment. Those are the places that help you create memories for a lifetime. Traveling is a liberating experience in itself; don’t take any undue stress on yourself by choosing the wrong destination. A little bit of planning is all that you need to go to the right places and unleash their full potential.

Written By Boyan Minchev