A very popular tourist destination, Asia provides a peek into a very rich
history and culture. In fact, some of the great wonders of the world can be
found within this continent.
Asia travelers will probably choose the Great Wall of China as their first
stop. With a length of about 2,414 kilometers or 1,500 miles, and a height of
about 25 feet, the wall has been said to be visible even from outer space.
Erected by the Qin dynasty's first emperor Shihuangdi to defend the city from
the nomadic people, the wall was built out of earth and stone.
Another worthy attraction in Asia, also in China, is the Terra-cotta Warriors
and Soldiers Museum in Xi'an China, which is considered to be one of the world's
greatest archaeological find. Another tourist destination that should be in the
list of any Asia traveler is the Forbidden City, known today as the Palace
Museum in Beijing. The enclosed location holds the palaces of former Chinese
emperors. Tiananmen Square, also located in Beijing, is located next to the
Forbidden City. A witness to a number of student-led demonstrations, protests
and rallies in 1989 calling for the removal of Deng Xiaoping, the square is now
a memorial of those whose lives were sacrificed. Asia travelers will also likely
want to visit Dunhang, where ancient Buddhist frescoes in caves can be found.
One of the wonders of the ancient world, the Angkor, is a major
archaeological site situated in the northwest parts of Cambodia. A historical
travel spot in Asia, the ruins have two Hindi temple complexes, the Angkor Wat
and the Angkor Thom, the former being less popular, having been built later.
Even though the site has been damaged by warfare, an Asia traveler can still
feel the ancient spirit of the place living on.
Taj Mahal is another ancient site that keeps on attracting travelers in Asia
into its midst. Located in Agra, India, the temple was built by the Mughal
emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal (Jewel of
the Palace) who died in childbirth after bearing him 14 children.
Bangkok, Thailand is another hot travel location in Asia. One of its most
popular tourist destination is the Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the
Reclining Buddha. Other destinations that would surely captivate any traveler in
Asia are the Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which is known as a
example of 19th-century architecture; Buddhist temples; the Sanam Luang, where
royal ceremonies such as cremation and the annual Ploughing Ceremony are often
being performed; the Dusit Park, Zoo and the Chitladda Palace,where the royal
family live. Bangkok is also home to several art houses such as the National
Museum, National Theater, National Gallery, Rajadamnoen Stadium (the prominent
venue of Thai kick-boxing), National Library, and National Archives.
The Philippines also have a lot to offer Asia travelers. Its beaches and
resorts can compete with the world. Boracay, for example, is notorious for its
white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. Another island destination that any
traveler to Asia should miss is Palawan and Bohol, where the world renowned
Tarsier and Chocolate Hills can be found. And, of course, while traveling to
Asia, one must also visit the Ifugao Rice Terraces, one of the Ten Wonders of
the World, as well as the Mines View Park and Strawberry fields in Baguio.
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