Look: Two Dubai landmarks among 10 most photographed in the world

Dubai's Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab have made it to the top 10 list of the most photographed landmarks in the world — beating iconic structures like Australia's Sydney Opera House, the Great Wall of China and India's Taj Mahal.

Photography experts at London-based ParrotPrint researched the most popular landmarks to see which ones usually make it to tourists' camera rolls. The list comprises spots with the most hashtags on Instagram since its launch in 2010.

The world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa, took the no. 2 spot, just next to Paris' Eiffel Tower. But one of the experts says the Dubai landmark may soon take the crown from one of the world's all-time favourite towers.

“[It] may soon take the number one spot from the Eiffel Tower, while London’s Big Ben and London Eye are sure to keep their place in the top 10 for years to come with thousands visiting and posting images of these UK sites every day," the expert said.

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Both the Burj Khalifa and the Burj Al Arab have risen rapidly up the list in recent years as Dubai has grown to be one of the world’s most important travel hubs, according to the study.

To some, the ranking didn't come as a surprise as these iconic landmarks are instantly recognisable to millions of people all over the globe. However, there are some notable absences, with The Great Wall of China, Sydney Opera House, Taj Mahal and Machu Picchu not making the cut.

Here's the full list:

1. Eiffel Tower, Paris

The Eiffel Tower is certainly the most iconic landmark in Paris so there is no wonder why it has been ranked the most Instagrammable tourist attraction with 7.2 million hashtags on the app.

This 330-metre-tall landmark towers over the heart of the French capital and gives tourists a fantastic opportunity to admire the stunning panoramic views of Paris. One of the most magical photo opportunities is when the tower is lit up in sparkling lights every hour from nightfall until the early hours.

2. Burj Khalifa, Dubai

The Burj Khalifa is currently the tallest building in the world; it’s unsurprising that this landmark ranks highly on the Instagram hashtag list with 6.2 million.

It may be a struggle to fit the whole 830-metre building into a camera frame but this award-winning structure symbolises the modernist architecture of Dubai to its thousands of visitors.

3. Grand Canyon, US

The 277-mile-long Arizona canyon had been carved out millions of years ago by the Colorado River and attracts vast numbers of tourists each year to marvel at this natural beauty, and has gained 4.2 million hashtags.

There are several visitor attractions at the Grand Canyon for those exploring the area to enjoy — such as the Grand Canyon Skywalk, viewing platform, and the opportunity for daredevils to go skydiving in the canyon.

4. Louvre, Paris

The Louvre is home to some of the world’s most famous pieces of art, such as the Mona Lisa, and is the most visited museum on the globe, and 3.6 million hashtags on Instagram.

The iconic glass pyramid at the entrance to the Louvre is what attracts tourists to Paris — a spectacle of art itself, the Louvre has long remained one of the most popularly photographed global landmarks.

5. London Eye, London

The London Eye is the best way to see the capital city for all its architectural beauty. The observation wheel brings in around three million visitors every year, making it the most popular paid tourist attraction in the UK.

The London Eye is an iconic feature along the city’s landscape and sends round its visitors in pods on a 30 minute ride. Originally intended as a temporary structure, the London Eye now remains one of the most photographed global landscapes and is consistently hashtagged on Instagram with 3.4 million.

6. Big Ben, London