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As a continent, Asia packs a mighty cultural punch. From the deserts of India to the islands of Indonesia, it's a beguiling place and you're sure to have the time of your life here. Check out these gorgeous pins of the best places to visit in Asia.
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Try the street food…This is the home of the world’s tastiest cuisines, and the really good news is that the cheapest is often the best, with markets and roadside hawkers unbeatable places to try the many local specialities. Night markets, in particular, are great for tasting different dishes at extremely low prices – with sizzling woks full of frying noodles, swirling clouds of spice-infused smoke and even rows of glistening fried insects.
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Podcast: North Korea, behind the headlines
Legendary travel writer and publisher Hilary Bradt speaks about her trip to North Korea and paints a vivid, candid picture of the tourist’s experience in a country where you have to be accompanied at all times.
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Go It Alone: Our Top Tips For Solo Travel In Thailand
Thailand is the quintessential backpacker destination. Here you can make the first footprints on secluded sands, dance shoeless under a full moon and swim beneath cascading waterfalls.
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The Rough Guide to Shanghai | Rough Guides
The Shanghainese have always felt apart from the rest of the country and look abroad for inspiration as well as business; now, you’ll find more English spoken here than in any other mainland city, see foreign mannerisms such as handshaking and air-kissing, and observe the obsession with international luxury brands.
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Myanmar
Laos
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16 Captivating Pictures Of Hill Tribes In Laos
Akha people live in the hills of northern and western Laos.
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Ha Long Bay
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An Expert's Guide: The Best Homestays in Vietnam
Lao Cai, Vietnam. Vietnam is one of Asia's most vibrant destinations– with no signs of dimming down anytime soon. Here you can experience everything, from a rapid, hectic Hanoi to sleepy Sapa.
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Tonle Sap
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11 Gorgeous Pictures Of Cambodia | Rough Guides
A watermelon seller at the market on stilts near Tonle Sap lake, Cambodia. This beguiling country in Southeast Asia has captured the hearts and imaginations of travellers from all over the world.
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Madurai
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13 tips for backpacking around India | Rough Guides
Temple in Madurai, India. This is a country with a rich cultural heritage and strong, deep-rooted religious traditions. Your experience of travelling through India’s rich and mysterious landscapes will be much more positive if you remain mindful of local social etiquette.
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The Truth About Elephant Tourism in Asia
Are you dedicated to the preservation and protection of the world's elephants? Here's the truth about elephant tourism in Asia.
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Art History
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China Travel Guide
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China Travel
China Travel Guide | Places to Visit in China
Splendidly diverse in its geographic, ethnic, culinary and social make-up, China is a nation on the march. Click to discover our latest guide to this diverse country
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Myanmar’s mountainous Chin State only recently opened to foreigners. With thick jungles, mountainous terrain and rudimentary infrastructure, the region is one of the world’s final frontiers.
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The best food experiences aren’t just about eating something tasty, but about seeing truly local spots, trying new things and connecting with people – so don’t limit your foodie explorations in Tokyo to restaurants and cafés.
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7 Chinese Street Foods You Need To Try
In China, street food markets are where you want to be come the evening – here's what to eat whilst you're there.
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Zhangjiajie
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20 Seriously Weird Places Around The World
The Tianzi mountains, China. A cable car goes as far as Huangshi village and from here there are plenty of trails to take in the breathtaking views of Tianzi (‘son of heaven’).
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Monkeys
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Sri Lanka
Traveling to Sri Lanka with kids
For ancient kingdoms “ruled” by monkeys – here's why you should take the kids to Sri Lanka