Tag: “Asia”

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  1. Into Everything

    Few moments feel more perfect than cresting a mountain pass in Mongolia, reveling in that moment before you're lost again to the most beautiful, unforgiving wilderness in the world.

  2. Elephants on Parade

    300 elephants a mile from buffet tables loaded with their favorite foods: Some call it a parade, I experienced something far more exhilarating.

  3. Full Moon Party

    A South Korean couple enjoys the Full Moon Party on the Thai island of Ko Phangan. With its carnival like atmosphere the party, held every full moon, draws upwards of 10,000 revelers during high season.

  4. Paro Rinpung Dzong

    Paro Rinpung Dzong was built in the mid 17th century to protect against invasion by Tibet. Dzongs originally served three purposes: fortress, local administrative center, and monastery.

  5. Come gamble in Bokor! A charming hilltop retreat surrounded by landmines.

    When most visitors to Cambodia think of ruins, visions of ancient Khmer temples rising out of the creeping jungle come to mind - an abandoned French colonial hill station, surrounded by unexploded ordnance, swathed in mist does not.

  6. Japantown

    No, it’s not like Tokyo. And yes, it’s actually a shopping mall.

  7. Hotel Turpan, China

    Turpan is a city in the North-West of China, along the silk-route.

    One of the better hotels in town is Hotel Turpan. Ideally for business meetings but also good to get a room.

  8. The hills above Naryn

    The Kyrgyz city of Naryn is located in a valley, and is surrounded by easily accessible hills, foothills and mountains - an excellent place for either a liesurely stroll or a strenuous hike.

  9. The village of Kochkor

    The small village of Kochkor is located on the main road between Lake Issyk-Kul and the city of Naryn. It's a great place to relax for a weekend if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

  10. Between Kochkor and the Chuy River

    Just north of the village of Kochkor lie freshwater springs which flow into the Chuy River. A five minute walk will lead you into this relaxing paradise, spotted with sheep, cows and horses.