Sunday, May 20, 2012

Must Visit Destinations in Asia

Located in the eastern and northern hemispheres, Asia is the world’s largest and most populous continent. Asia lies undiscovered with its culture, people, and land.

Major cities:

Beijing
Phuket Shanghai
Hong Kong
Bangkok Tokyo
Kuala Lumpur
Bali
Langkawi
Manila

Major countries:

China
Laos
Pakistan
Indonesia
Thailand
Sri Lanka
Malaysia
Taiwan
ajikistan
Brunei
Japan
Korea
Myanmar
Philippines
India
Maldives
Singapore
South Korea
Nepal

Asia has become a travel destination among the continents in the world. The following countries or cities are considered top travel destinations in Asia:

1. Beijing, China

Although Beijing is becoming thoroughly modern with contemporary buildings sprinkled among ancient ruins and pristine gardens, one can still experience the history of the Ming and Ding dynasties and the culture through its architectures.

• The Great Wall
• The Summer Palace
• Forbidden City
• The China Orient Express
• Ming Dynasty Tombs

2. Siem Reap, Cambodia

Many travelers want to uncover the mysteries of Angkor. The mash up between the traditional town with its ancient local culture and the wealth and demands of the celebrities and wealthy equated in the 60’s.

Siem Reap addresses its visitors with a stylish selection of accommodation and a luxurious food and relaxation.

• Angkor Wat
• The Ankgor-Wat-Bas-Reliefs
• Angkor Thom
• The FCC Angkor
• Psar Chaa

3. Nepal

With the promise of adventures against a backdrop of unexplored mountains, Nepal inspires many travelers and backpackers around the world. There are a lot of things that can be done here, which include: trekking, white water rafting, jungle safari, paragliding, climbing, and bungee jumping. The history of great battles, ancient religious events, and everyday life are brought to life through energetically shared stories of the Nepalese people. The warm kindness and captivating culture of the Nepalese people creates an expansive talk among visitors.

• Mount Everest
• Kathmandu
• Bharatpur
• Butwal
• Dhangadhi

4. Bali, Indonesia

Bali is an island in Indonesia to the east of Java. With striking breathtaking volcanic scenery and a culture that is known for dances and rituals and for handicrafts, Bali is considered as the most exotic place on Earth and an economical place to visit.

• Bali
• The wreck of the USAT Liberty Glo
• Gunung Kawi
• Lake Bratan
• Lake Batur

5. Myanmar

Also known as Burma, Myanmar is a place of respected monks, gold Buddhas, sacred stuppas, and pine forests – each are sitting quietly in its place. The Burmese people are welcoming and are eager to show guests the truth to their country but are often hidden beneath the actions of the military-led government. The control of a tyrannical regime undermines the exotic culture and true atmosphere of the area.

• Mandalay
• Yangon
• Yenangyaun
• Myeik
• Mogok

6. Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima is easily reached by train from Osaka or Kyoto. It is an incredible and historic place to visit – it is more than just a history.

• Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
• Miyajima and the Itsukushima Shrine
• Miyajima
• Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
• Iwaso Ryokan

7. India

India offers visitors with a wide variety of entirely different experiences. The interwoven lifestyles ensure a great variety of things to see and do. Immersing one’s self into the essence of India by wandering through the bazaar and smelling the fresh spices and examining the brightly colored and intricately detailed saris or joining in the celebration of festivals will make travelers feel overwhelmed.

• Agra
• Haridwar
• Thanjavur
• Ramnagar
• Kashmir

8. Bangkok, Thailand

Glistening, clean, and climate controlled designer shopping invigorate most visitors of Thailand to fly into Bangkok. Although Bangkok has a reputation for a lot of different things, most visitors would want to see the temples, eat and shop in the markets, and tour the city in a canal.

• Wat Traimit (Temple of the Golden Buddha)
• Vimanmek Mansion Museum
• Rajadamnern Stadium (Muay Thai)
• The Easter and Oriental Express
• Wat Phra Kaew (The Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

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