The largest continent in the world is a land of great diversity, having both the world’s highest point, Mount Everest along the border of Tibet and Nepal, and the lowest point, the Dead Sea located where Israel, Jordan and the Palestinian Territories converge. From the scorching hot deserts of the Middle East to the frigid climate in Siberia, Asia is also a land of extremes both in its landscapes and people. While Asia has some of the most developed regions in the world like ultra-modern Japan, Singapore, China, and Russia, there are regions that are extremely poor like Laos, Yemen, and East Timor.
Its people too are as diverse as the landscape, with Russia forming its northern and eastern borders, the Middle East countries to its West and the Indian subcontinent to the South. It’s not easy to stereotype an Asian as the countries that come under the borders of this continent are so diverse. Most of the world religions like Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism were founded in Asia and so the land is also steeped in spirituality. Predictably too, the continent has some of the most religious places in the world, such as Jerusalem, Varanasi, Mecca, and Bodh Gaya. A visitor to these lands is easily mesmerized by the uniqueness of the continent and drawn to its beauty, be it the magnificent ancient monuments such as the Great Wall of China, and the Angkor Wat in Cambodia, to the desert ruins and ancient cities of the Middle East, and the wide expanse of idyllic beaches, Asia has to be experienced to be truly appreciated.
“It is more fun in the Philippines” seems to be the vocal tagline for luring travelers and tourists alike into this incredibly diverse country. And with various things to see, places to visit and activities to enjoy, it is most assuredly, more fun in the Philippines. A melting-pot of innumerable cultures with a rich historical…
An island nation on the tip of the Malay Peninsula, Singapore is a great cosmopolitan city blended by Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and European cultures with glitzy high-end shopping malls and colonial buildings. As a cultural melting pot, Singapore offers diverse colorful ethnic quarters; squeezes flavor, color and character into every other street corner. Singapore is a rich, safe, clean, vibrant and…
Manila, also known as the Pearl of the Orient, is located in Southern Luzon, the largest of the more than 7,000 islands that make up the nation known as the Philippines. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in the world and has a colorful multi-cultural heritage and history. Manila is a…
There are over 31000 Buddhist temples spread around Tfhailand and some of the most impressive are located in Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand and its political, social and economic center. These spectacular palaces and dazzling temples illustrate the glorious past of this great city. Their colorful street food stalls, a world-famous floating market and…
Kuala Lumpur, or KL as locals call it, had a very humble beginning. It was founded by Chinese tin miners in 1857 who were brought to work at the confluence of Gombak River and Klang River, so they called it Kuala Lumpur which in Malay means “muddy confluhoence”. The days of tin and mud are…
Located on the island of Borneo in South East Asia. Brunei, the smallest non island country outside Europe, is a peaceful Muslim country blessed with vast reserves of oil and beautiful rainforest full of wildlife. Check out our Top 7 Things To Do In Brunei. [booking_product_helper shortname=”brunei”] Kampong Ayer 1 Dubbed as the “Venice of the East” by…
Off-limits for years, Myanmar can now be freely visited. Leave the ordinary behind and travel to Myanmar, the land of sparkling golden pagodas that were built during the 12th and 13th centuries under the Pagan Empire. Myanmar has an extensive coastline with the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal and it contains almost every habitat except desert,…
After a terrible civil war in the 70’s, Cambodia evolved, and nowadays it has become an extremely popular destination for tourists from around the world. Cambodia offers visitors a vast array of stunning temples, tropical beaches, colonial buildings, restaurants, resorts and an abundance of natural attractions. Cambodia is so diverse and so worth going to. Check out our Top 7 Things To…
The earliest history of Laos can be traced back in time for more than 10,000 years. Laos is a former French colony and a landlocked country in Southeast Asia, sharing its borders with Myanmar, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. It is a stunningly beautiful country with an interesting history and well-preserved monuments. When looking for…
Located in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is an incredibly exotic and unbelievably exciting country to visit, known for its wild jungles, beaches, rivers, floating markets, Buddhist pagodas, historical ruins, and bustling cities. Vietnam deserves to be on every traveler’s hit list. The list below of the Top 10 Things to Do In Vietnam will take you…
Scattered across the equatorial region is Indonesia, the most southeastern country of Asia. With over 13,466 islands, approximately 6,000 of them still remain uninhabited, it is the largest archipelago country in the world. The country is best known for its temples, beaches, volcanoes and jungles, which shelter tigers, elephants and the famous and scary Komodo…
Situated in the Gulf of Thailand, Phu Quoc is a very mountainous and densely forested Vietnamese Island. Shaped like a “tear”, it is approx. 48 km (30 miles) in length south to north at its longest point and 19 km (12 miles) at its widest point. Whether you are here to relax on sun-kissed beaches,…
If you visit Thailand’s east coast, you will find yourself in Pattaya, the city of enchanting nightlife and beautiful beaches. But that is not what Pattaya is all about, there are lots of family-friendly attractions and activities you can do here, so we made a list of the Top 10 Things To Do In Pattaya to help…
With over 120 magnificent temples, waterfalls and national parks, ancient ruins, fascinating markets, a legacy of 700 years of history and its own distinctive culture; Chiang Mai offers its five million annual tourists tons of awesome attractions. It is definitely one of the most authentic, magical and diverse cities in Southeast Asia and it is easy to feel like you have…
A visit to the island city-state of Singapore is often a wonderful experience considering its unique nature. However, your stay won’t be short of some limitations since you will need to be cautious in every action that you take. Failure to be wary risks arrest and imprisonment. Below are some of the weird things that…
There’s a good reason El Nido, Palawan is called the last marine frontier in the Philippines. It does not only have over 50 beaches, public and secluded, but it also is home to captivating beaches, majestic waterfalls, prehistoric caves, and picturesque landscapes. El Nido is the best place for any beach-loving person. If you are…
Introduction-a_few_phrases_about_the_article.- Hanoi is a beautiful and vibrant capital of Vietnam which also happens to be of the bright lights of the cities in Asia. Over the years, this capital city has transformed itself into a well-established city of the country which avails all kinds of facilities for all the locals. Apart from its cosmopolitan character,…
The Pattaya area of Thailand’s eastern seaboard is host to a beguiling range of attractions. The range includes anything from ancient Thai traditions to modern adventures. Whenever people think of Pattaya they immediately think of ladyboys, risque shows, and drunk tourists. This does not even begin to touch upon the many things that this city…
When we were told our beer needs to be refreshed with ice cubes otherwise it goes warm within minutes we doubted about staying in Phuket. However, we fell in love with the place before we finish the beer. The friendliness, warmth and great smile of its people conquered our hearts. Although Phuket is only one…
Ko Phi Phi is a group of Thai islands between the Phuket and the Straits of Malacca. Administered under the Krabi Province, the islands are an Asian paradise. A group of six islands is included in Phi Phi, the two largest are Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh. Phi Phi Don has more population…
Ko (Koh) Samui or Samui Island is Thailand’s second-largest island after Phuket. It is famous for its sandy beaches, luxurious to mid-range hotels, lush vegetation, deep blue waters, and coral reefs. Travelers and tourists around the world visit Ko Samui in large numbers each year and enjoy this beach paradise. Samui was once a fisherman’s…
The largest city and the commercial capital of Myanmar, Yangon or formerly Rangoon is a tourist hotspot of the country as well as south-east Asia. It was originally developed as a center for sea trade along the coast of Bay of Bengal and later developed into a prime metropolis. Although the city has witnessed the…
The small island of Boracay in the Philippines, located south of Manila is a vacationer’s paradise. Just 7km long and 1km across, the island is renowned for its pristine beaches and throbbing nightlife, making it the most popular beach destination in the country. Visitors to the island generally come here to relax on the numerous…
Krabi is located on the western coast of Thailand, facing the Andaman Sea. Krabi Town is the capital of the province of Krabi with the Krabi River falling into the Phang Nga Bay. The picturesque Phi Phi Islands are also part of the Krabi province which is famous for its tropical beaches, limestone cliffs, and…