Tourist destinations in Asia

Deep blue sea, squeaky clean beach, lush green forest, and mountains as backdrop make Ölüdeniz a prized destination in Turkey. This beach resort on the southwestern coast of the country…

Water, wildlife, extreme sports, and fun rides: a perfect recipe for a thrilling day out in the open. Sunway Lagoon should be your destination if you want to know where…

The city of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia seems like a place which can’t seem to decide on what it wants to be. As a result, it offers tourists everything and…

   The pride of Kerala, the Anamudi Peak is a mountain in the Western Ghats. Located amidst the Eravikulam National Park, the mountain is at an altitude of 2,695 m,…

The Edakkal Caves are a pair of natural caves that are located near Edakkal, which is situated in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India. The caves are located about 1,200…

Grab a chance to widen your knowledge about the unexplored intriguing marine life at a marine-themed wonderland – Siam Ocean World, now known as SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World. With…

Railay, or Rai Leh, is a popular beach in the Krabi province of Thailand. Located at the Andaman Sea coast, the beach features picture-perfect views of white sand and emerald-colored…

Patong Beach is a tantalizing combination of sun, sand, sea, and seductive nights. A popular holiday destination on the west coast of Phuket Island in Thailand, Patong Beach has patrons…

Nainital is a very popular hill station in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Regarded as the ‘Lake District of India’, the place is famous for its idyllic beauty and placid…

Bhimtal is a picturesque town located in the state of Uttarakhand, India. The town is blessed with beautiful natural scenery and amazing climate that has made the place very popular…

Gulmarg is an enchanting destination that enthralls the visitors all through the year. If the white-top mountains and the sight of of enthusiastic skiers going down the slope lure you…

Solan is a charming city located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India, and is known for its strikingly beautiful landscapes. The place is famous amongst tourists for its favorable…

Whoever goes to McLeod Ganj, comes back with a yearning. It’s a place that whets your appetite for travel and leave you wanting for more. The changing colors of Dhauladhar…

The town of Kufri is situated in the district of Shimla in Himachal Pradesh, India. The hill-top town offers visitors natural ski slopes as well as stunning views of the…

Perched at a height of about 1,951 meters above sea level, this hill station in Himachal Pradesh is known for its illustrious history and a beautiful weather. It was set…

  Kangra is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. The city is very popular amongst tourists as well as devotees due to the number of temples that…

Dalhousie is a quiet town located in Himachal Pradesh, India, and is quite popular among tourists looking for a relatively quiet vacation. Most of the attractions in the town hark…

Dharamsala is a city located in Himachal Pradesh, India, and is known for being the home of the Dalai Lama. As a result, Tibetan culture is quite prominent in the…

Chamba is a town located in Himachal Pradesh, India, and is situated along the banks of the Ravi River. The town is quite old with a well-documented history that goes…

Chail is located in Himachal Pradesh, India. It used to be a small town until the 19th Century when Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala decided to make it his summer…

  The Dome of the Rock is located in Jerusalem, Israel, and is the most famous Islamic site in the city and, arguably, its most recognized landmark as well. Unlike…

  The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is located in Jerusalem, Israel, and is a very important site for Christians. The location is believed to be the place where Jesus…

Far away from the scorching heat of the plains lies the Cameron Highlands, one of  Malaysia’s largest hill stations and a popular hideaway for locals and tourists alike. The place…

Kullu and Manali are two towns located in Himachal Pradesh. They are about 40 km from each other. Together they form Kullu Manali Circuit. Attractions in Kullu and Manali Kullu…

Darjeeling, widely known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’, is a town located in West Bengal, India. It is famous for its surreal beauty, tea, and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.…

The Chottanikkara Temple, also known as the Chottanikkara Bhagwathy Temple, is located near the town of Ernakulam in Kerala, India. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Bhagwati. The…

The Eravikulam National Park is located in the Idukki district of Kerala in India. The Park is spread over 97 sq. km of area that includes rolling grasslands interspersed with…

Famous for the steep and rewarding trek that leads up to the peak, and a heart-shaped lake which falls on the way, the Chembra Peak is the highest point on…

Located a little way off Munnar, the Mattupetty dam is a popular item on a day itinerary from Munnar. Dams all over the world, with their display of man’s might…

The Padmanbhaswamy Temple has recently become the media’s favorite with news of hidden treasure that was recovered from its basement. The new-found riches are not its only claim to fame.…

Thekkady in Kerala is famous for the Periyar forest reserve. Outside of the reserve too, spice plantations, ranges of verdant mountains, and quaint towns lodged on hills, make this place…

Home to the extremely popular Nehru Trophy Boat Race, the Vembanad Lake, the largest lake in Kerala, stretches as far as the eye can see. Straddling four districts, this lake…

Hailed as the ‘Scotland of the East’, Shillong is located at an altitude of 4,908 feet above sea level. This capital city of Meghalaya is one of the cleanest destinations…

The Casino Royale Goa is one of Asia’s largest offshore gaming casinos. A temple of the finest tables and card games and slots, this gaming house is unbeatable in style…

Colva Beach is a sprawling 2.4 kilometer stretch of sun-kissed virgin sand amidst palm trees. It is one of the oldest and largest beaches of the region. Unlike Anjuna or…

The history and romance surrounding Dona Paula, a small village in the suburbs of Panjim, Goa, has entranced locals and travelers since ages. It is a secluded bay with a…

The Rohtang Pass connects Kullu Valley to Spiti and Lahaul. It lies on the Pir Panjal Range The NH-21 passes through Rohtang Pass. The Pass also serves as a connection…

The Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad, is the closest that people living in India can come to living their celluloid dream. Equipped with everything needed to produce a full- length…

In a city whose skyline is dominated by Mughal monuments and colonial architecture, the Akshardham Temple adds a new dimension. This magnificent Hindu temple is a colossal structure covering an…

A magnificent archway standing at the crossroads of Rajpath- the India Gate is a war memorial dedicated to the 70000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives in the First World…

The Jama Masjid in Delhi is the largest mosque in India- the country with the largest number of mosques. It is an architectural masterpiece constructed during the reign of Shah…

The Lotus Temple in Delhi, a place of worship for those belonging to the Bahá’í faith, is one of the most visited architectural marvels of the world. It had opened…

The Athirapally Falls in the southern state of Kerala in India is called the Niagara of India, even though its 80 foot vertical drop is half of that of Niagara..…

A scenic luxurious village full of tranquility, Chapora Beach is one of the loveliest spots in Goa. Nestled at the mouth of the Chapora River, it is a pleasant change…

Candolim Beach is the second largest beach in Goa. A continuation of the Calangute beach, it stretches lazily with its beautiful scrub-covered dunes. These dunes attract a lot of tourists…

Stretched over 7km of luxurious sunny sands, Calangute Beach is one of Goa’s largest beaches. This beach does not boast of traditional boats or swaying palms; it does, however showcase…

A charming façade of the quaint blue sea on one side and picturesque palm trees on the other, shelters the sunset sands of Anjuna Beach. The powdered white sands lined…

Istana Budaya or ‘the Palace of Culture’ is the National Theatre of  Malaysia and one of the most popular tourist spots. The National Symphony Orchestra and National Choir organize various…

Discover the beauty and pleasure of the A Famosa Resort Malaysia, located in Melaka (Malacca). Named after the 16th Century Portuguese fort situated near the dock of Melaka, the resort…

Situated in the heart of the city’s ‘Golden Triangle’, Bukit Bintang is undoubtedly one of the most exciting shopping arcades in the world. Visited by tourists from all parts of…

Explore the secrets of the impenetrable, umbrageous, and wettish woodlands of the Taman Negara National Park. It is, in fact, the very first and the oldest prescribed protected area in…

Rising amidst billowing clouds and blue skies and watching over the scenic Borneo jungle and South China Sea, Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s Kilimanjaro. This climber-friendly mountain is a vastly underrated…

Jeju Island or Jeju-do is a popular vacation destination for both resident Koreans and visitors to the country. This volcanic island in the south-west of South Korea attracts tourists for…

Spread across 398.539 square kilometers, the Seoraksan National Park features the mighty Mount Seoraksan (also known as Mt. Sorak) with ridges, peaks, valleys, waterfalls, flora, fauna, and a number of…

A two-and-a-half-hour guided tour around the Changdeokgung Palace and its Secret Garden is a beloved sightseeing attraction for every tourist visiting Seoul, South Korea. This over-600-year-old royal establishment has gone…

A visit to the commercial area of Dongdaemun Street is quite awe-inspiring, owing to its sheer size and range of products available in the numerous shops here. Moreover, it is…

Blue House aka Cheong Wa Dae is the presidential residence of South Korea. Cheong Wa Dae, means ‘Pavillion of blue tiles.’ The roof of the main building is covered with…

The Seoul World Cup Stadium was constructed between 1998 and 2001 to host the 2002 World Cup. It was inaugurated on November 10, 2001. Besides the opening match between France…

Deoksugung Palace was initially the seat of Wolsandaegun, the elder brother of King Seongjong.  It is the only palace sited amid modern buildings. It shows a perfect blend of the…

Lotte World Korea is a Brobdingnagian park sited in the heart of Seoul. It is a doozie of an amusement park as it consists of not just the rides, but…

The Incheon Asiad Main Stadium is one of the venues of the 17th Asian Games Incheon aka XVII Asiad, 2014 scheduled to be held in and around the metropolitan city of…

The Namdaemun Market is located in South Korea’s Seoul district. It is one of the largest markets in South Korea that sells an assorted range of products, including men and…

Coex is identified as the business and cultural hub of Seoul. This huge underground mall is visited by over 150,000 people per day. With the floor space of more than…

Namsan Tower, aka N Seoul Tower became Seoul’s No. 1 attraction in 2012. This stunning tower was renovated in December 2005 and was christened as N Seoul Tower (N referring…

When King Taejo (Yi Seong-gye) established the Joseon Dynasty, the capital of the new dynasty was shifted from Gaeseong to Seoul and the Gyeongbokgung Palace was built in the center…

Rising magnificently over the Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve, the KL Tower ranks among the tallest telecom towers in the world. This sky-scraping tower with a bulb resting upon its apex…

The Lost World of Tambun, located in a rainforest in the Malaysian city of Ipoh, is an amalgam of fun, adventure, and rejuvenation. Nestled in lush green hills, the theme…

It’s not usual to encounter giant sharks and electric eels right in the heart of a modern metropolis. But Kuala Lumpur is unusual. It is one of the few cities…

A scenic 30-minute drive from the heart of Kuala Lumpur takes you to a Hindu shrine in an enormous limestone outcrop called Batu Caves. This hill – riddled with cave…

  The twinge of “stepping on a Lego in bare feet” is what most of us have wished for our enemies. However, Legoland theme parks around the world are great…

The Jin Mao Tower, a technological wonder, offers fantastic views of the Huangpu River and Pudong district. It also offers a great view of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Adrian…

The Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a popular tourist spot in Shanghai. The oriental culture is reflected in its style and architecture. The body of the tower comprises one delicate…

Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is a definitive entertainment, leisure, and shopping resort. Strategically located in the heart of New Dubai, this 223,000 square meter center offers a full…

Pakistan is one of the prominent Islamic countries in the world, and Faisal Mosque is one of its main mosques. It is not only a place of worship, but it…

Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, Pakistan, is one of the most premier sites of worship for the followers of Islam. The mosque is an embodiment of splendor and opulence. It is said…

Mohenjodaro in Pakistan is a site of one of the oldest civilizations of the world. The word ‘Mohenjodaro’ means the ‘mound of the dead’. Due to its urban architecture, it…

The Lahore Fort, locally known as Shahi Qila is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Lahore in Pakistan. The fortress in Lahore bears a strong architectural resemblance to…

The Rizal Park in Manila, Philippines is a lovely park, and has attracted tourists for centuries together. The Park was also known as Bagumbayan in Spanish colonial era. The area…

The Merlion Park located in the city-state of Singapore is a beautiful park installed with the unique Merlion structure. This statue of a creature that is half-mermaid (or fish) and…

The legislature of Singapore consists of a single house and the President of Singapore. The President is the head of the unicameral parliament of Singapore. Presently, the Singapore Parliament is…

The Giant Swing is one of the most-enjoyed religious sites in Bangkok. The Giant Swing is also known as Sao Ching Cha. Located in front of the Wat Suthat temple,…

Wat Phra Kaeo, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is undoubtedly one of the most sacred places of Bangkok. It won’t be wrong to say that a…

Grand Palace is a must-see destination for tourists planning a Bangkok tour. The palace is surrounded by four walls. It was built by King Rama I who took the initiative…

Kathmandu Durbar Square is a very famous spot in Nepal. It is one of three Durbar squares in the place. This popular square holds the palaces of Shah and the…

Wat Arun in Bangkok is also known as the Temple of the Dawn. Wat Arun was completed during the time of King Rama III. The temple is known for its…

Wat Pho in Bangkok has acquired world-wide fame for housing a huge statue of Lord Buddha. It was constructed about 200 years ago and enthralls a huge number of international…

The Petronas Twin Towers are dual skyscrapers with a postmodern design, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Its design by Cesar Pelli is inspired by the Islamic symbol, Rub el Hizb…

Taipei 101 is the landmark of the Taipei City. It is a 508-meter-tall tower with 101 stories above and five below the ground level. Taipei 101 is named 101 because…

Recently awarded with the ‘Best Leisure Attraction Experience Award’ in the 20th Singapore Tourism Awards, Singapore Zoo is undoubtedly one of the prime tourist attractions of Singapore. One of the…

The history of the National Museum of Singapore is itself very interesting. The story begins with the opening of the Raffles Library and Museum in the year 1887. In the…

Dr. Goh Keng Swee, the then Minister for Defence of Singapore, was the first one to conceive the idea of what is now known as the Jurong Bird Park. After…

A fine example of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, the Gateway of India is the second landmark of Mumbai, after the ‘Film City’. The construction of the Gateway of India…

Angkor in Cambodia is a complex of religious temples at the capital of the Khmer Empire and is the most important archaeological site in the region. The most famous of…

In 1198 AD, Qutub-ud-din-Aibak built the Qubbat-ul-Islam Mosque to the northeast of the present Qutub Minar. Around 1202, Qutub-ud-din Aibak constructed the Qutub Minar. The reason for the construction of…

The history of the Red Fort is intertwined with the history of the Mughals, who made it their residence for centuries. In 1638, the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan shifted the…

Noble. Eternal. Sublime. Taj Mahal – a 17th-century mausoleum on the banks of the Yamuna River in Agra – is a gleaming symbol of love, devotion, and craftsmanship. Erected by…

About Great Wall of China There is a Chinese saying that “He who has not been to the Great Wall is not a true man.” Built in 220–206 BC to…

Mentawai Islands in Sumatra are amongst the exotic islands in the Indian Ocean. One of the popular locales for sightseeing in Sumatra, the islands are situated at a distance of…

The Pura Besakih is the most significant temple complex located in Bali, Indonesia. For its extreme importance, this temple is also considered as the ‘Mother Temple of Bali’. This largest…

The Pura Ulun Danu Bratan is a beautiful 17th century temple right at the lakeside. The 11-tiered roofs of the pelinggih meru are dedicated to Lord Shiva and his wife,…

The largest volcanic lake in the world – Lake Toba is one of the best places for sightseeing in Sumatra, Indonesia. Created by the deposition of rainwater in a volcanic…

Intramuros is a unique ancient city in Manila that draws millions of tourists. The word “Intramuros” means inside the walls. Intramuros is a European-style medieval fortified city. It is also…

The Ajanta Caves in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra were once used as a Buddhist monastery, with hundreds of teachers and students. The caves were constructed in two phases, the first…

Sheikh Saeed’s House is situated on the Dubai Creek in the Dubai’s Shandagah area. The house served as the residence of the king of Dubai who hailed from the famous…

Located 8 kilometers east of Lahore, the Shalimar Gardens (also called the Shalamar Gardens) are one of the popular Lahore tourist attractions. The Shalimar Gardens were used as the Royal…

The Mazar-e-Quaid is one of the most visited and popular tourist attractions in Karachi, Pakistan. It is the tomb of the founding father of the nation, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The…

The Heritage Village is one of the favorite tourist spots in Abu Dhabi. The village takes the visitors back to the old days when there were no mega malls and…

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the newest attractions of Abu Dhabi city. The exquisite mosque is one of the largest mosques in the entire world. The Sheikh Zayed…

Al Ain Zoo and Aquarium in Abu Dhabi is the largest zoo in the UAE. Since its origin, the zoo has been home to a wide variety of common and…

Tomb of Jahangir is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Lahore, Pakistan. Jahangir was a Mughal Emperor who ruled from 1605 to 1627. The mausoleum of Jahangir was constructed…

The Golden Temple, also called Sri Harmandir Sahib (meaning Temple of God), is a Sikh Gurdwara (place of worship), built by the fifth guru of the Sikhs, Guru Arjan Dev.…

One of the most popular attractions in India, the Khajuraho Temples are the largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples. The temples are known for the erotic sculptures within.…

South Korea’s largest theme park, Everland, is home to thrill rides, a zoo, and a water park. Its original name was Yongin Jayeon Nongwon but to make it easier for…

Also known as Mount Austin, Victoria Peak is the highest mountain in Hong Kong Island and the region’s major tourist attraction that receives about seven million visitors annually. Visitors cannot access the…

Minar-e-Pakistan is one of the most popular and must-visit tourist attractions in Lahore. It is constructed of reinforced concrete, with the floors and walls rendered in stone and marble. The…

Petra is an ancient historical city located in Jordan in the Arab world. It is known for its unique architecture, with buildings that are carved from the rock of the…

The third-largest city square in the world, Tiananmen Square is a historic site, remembered for many protests that took place in the square, like the pro-democracy protests of 1989 resulting…

One of the world’s first shopping malls, the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, Turkey, is also one of the largest covered markets today. The strategic location of Istanbul helped it in…

Wong Tai Sin is a popular god worshiped by people in Hong Kong. The name of the God translates as ‘Great immortal Wong.’ It is believed that the Wong Tai…

A shrine to Buddha and a popular destination for Buddhist pilgrimages, Borobudur is a monument built in the form of a stepped-pyramid topped with stupas and about 500 statues of…

Canggu is located in the island of Bali, Indonesia. The Canggu village showcases the best of coastal Bali. It is a delightful place for both the adventurous visitors as well…

Aka Island (Akajima island) is located in Akajima, a part of the Kerama Islands group, situated about 24 miles from Naha, the capital of Okinawa, Japan. Akajima island, also popularly…

Bagan is a plain covering about 16 square meters and its monuments seem to overwhelm its landscape. The 2000 monuments in the region have different sizes and shapes. They are…

The city of Baalbek is one of the most important sanctuaries of the Roman world and its monuments are impressive evidence of the Roman architecture of the imperial period. The…

They say there are few places in the world where you can get a good night’s sleep in a cave and Cappadocia in Turkey is one of them. The landscape…

The 2000 years old Banaue Rice Terraces have been recognized as one of the wonders of the world. The fact that people still plant vegetables and rice on the terraces…

Potala Palace means “the Sacred Palace of Buddhism” in Sanskrit. King Songtsan Gampo built the site in the 7th century situated in present day Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It…

The Schwedgon Pagoda (“Pagoda” meaning stupa) is the holiest Buddhist shrine in Myanmar and according to the legend, it was built about 2,500 years ago. However, archaeologists estimate the time…

Damascus was founded in the 3rd millennium B.C. and is today one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. The city today is an amazing mixture of old and…

Varanasi (also called Benaras) is one of the most sacred cities in the world today. Mark Twain famously described it as being “older than history”. The history of this city…

Topkapi is the largest and oldest palace in the world, surrounded by 5 kilometers of walls and occupying an area of 700,000 square meters. Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of…

Golden Pavilion is one of the main buildings of a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan officially known as Rukon-ji. The name of this building comes from the term, Kinkakuji and…

Kathmandu Valley is comprised of three cities- namely, Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal and is the gateway to tourism in the country. It’s the…

People believe that prophet Muhammad lived and taught in Mecca about 1,300 years ago. Hence, it is coubted among revered religious destination. All Muslims are expected to make a journey…

Li River cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo is one of the most famous journeys in the world. Choosing this cruise would highlight your trip to China by showing you the…

Ladakh is a large area of the northern and eastern Kashmir region. It is one of the highest regions in the world and consists of high plains and deep valleys.…

The Temple of Heaven, which was constructed between 1406 and 1420, was originally called the Temple of Heaven and Earth. It was given its present name later on between 1522…

The Dead Sea is three million years old and 400 meters below sea level and is known to be the lowest surface on the planet. There are beliefs regarding the…

Being one of the most fought over cities in human history, the Old City of Jerusalem is divided into four neighborhoods based on the maximum number of people that live…

Once the first capital of the the Achaemenian dynasty, the ancient city of Pasargadae now lies in ruins. The archaeological site is located in what is now southwestern Iran, northeast…

Mogao Caves, also known as Mogao Grottoes or the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas, are a collection of 492 caverns, built into the cliffs along China’s Dachuan River, home to…

Once an ancient city in Phrygia, Hierapolis has been known for its natural hot springs since the 2nd century BC. This complex consists of Roman baths, a library, a gym,…

Leshan Giant Buddha is the largest stone Buddha sculpture in the world, and the tallest pre-modern statue in the world. Built during the Tang Dynasty, the enormous statue sits in…

Jongmyo is the oldest Confucian royal shrine, first constructed at the end of the 14th century, and rebuilt in 1601 after it was burned down by the Japanese during war.…

Haeinsa Temple is part of South Korea’s Three Jewel Temples – its largest Buddhist monasteries. The Haeinsa Temple is best known for holding the depository of the Tripitaka Koreana, a…

Fin Garden (Bagh-e Fin) is a historical Persian garden, located in Kashan, Iran. The garden contains Kashan’s Fin Bath, famous for being the site of the murder of Amir Kabir,…

On August 6, 1945, during World War II, military forces dropped the first atomic bomb in world history over the Japanese city of Hiroshima, killing a total of about 140,000…

Dujiangyan is an irrigation system built around 256 BC by the Qin Dynasty in China. The infrastructure was built during the Warring States Period, though construction continued throughout the Tang,…

The Eatern Qing Tombs make up an imperial mausoleum complex from the last feudal empire in China, the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). This sacred burial ground is located near Beijing in…

Macau is a port city with an unique history and modern mix of cultures. Once a Portuguese colony, Macau was under Portuguese administration from the mid-sixteenth century until 1999, when…