Asia

Did you know that the Earth’s largest continent is Asia? It’s also the continent with the largest population and enormous growth. Many say that the 21st century is the century of Asian growth. Indeed, many countries in Asia are breaking out of its shell and is developing at a rapid rate.

Asian destinations we cover include both Northern Asia, especially Japan, China (especially Macao, which is a Special Administrative Region of China) and South Korea. Some of our favourite spots are in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam.

Where is Asia?

Asia’s footprint extends to the Eastern Hemisphere and the Northern Hemisphere. Asia shares part of its landmass with Europe and Africa. The Pacific Ocean is to the east while the Indian Ocean makes up the southern boundary of Asia and the Arctic Ocean is the northern boundary.

How large is Asia?

44,579,000 sqkm (17,212,000 sq mi) is the size of Asia. This continent covers around one-third of the Earth’s area on land. Asia has the largest population on earth of all the continents and is home to many ancient civilisations.

What are the largest countries in Asia?

The two largest countries in Asia are China and India. Both have many amazing places to explore. Historically, the main trading route in Asia was The Silk Road while the major sea route was the Straits of Malacca.

LANDMARKS IN INDIA
Incredible India is chock-full of natural wonders of every imaginable kind. Lush jungles, massive waterfalls, sandy deserts, massive mountain peaks, and lakes are just some of the spectacles that dot the Subcontinent. It's no secret that India is one of the most diverse nations on Earth- every hundred miles...
kyoto landmark arashiyama
Japan is a country where ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology live side by side. As one of Asia’s most technologically advanced nations, it’s fantastic there’s a treasure trove of shrines, temples and castles too. These historical landmarks in Japan are revered even though Japan’s megacities continue to grow at...
thailand landmark wat muang buddha
The land of temples, islands and palaces, Thailand has a rich heritage and fascinating history. As the only Southeast Asian country that wasn't colonised by Europeans, Thailand's culture remains intact and its palaces are as grand as they were centuries ago. From vibrant cities to white-sand islands and lush...
China Landmarks Harbin Shophia Cathedral
The world's fourth-largest country and home to a culture with 4000 years of history, it's not surprising that China's landmarks are impressive. From Imperial palaces and grand temples to a long list of stunning natural wonders, these awe-inspiring China landmarks are precious treasures. The country's rapid modernisation also means that...
singapore landmarks
Once a colonial trading post for the British, Singapore is an incredible city-state in southeast Asia where remnants of the colonial period stand alongside skyscrapers. Although Singapore's contemporary architecture is mindboggling, the island is also brimming with Chinese, Indian, Malay and British heritage, making it a melting pot of...
Singapore street noodles curry noodle bowl with hot steam in clay pot, decoration setup, serve with chopsticks.
In most parts of the Western world, there is a Singapore noodle dish that continuously baffles Singaporeans when we come across it on the menu and that is the eponymously-named, Singapore noodles. The most confounding part is that it is actually quite popular among many foreigners. Somehow, this stir-fried...