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Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, feed wild monkeys and explore World Heritage-listed temples and shrines in this historically rich Japanese city.

Marvel at otherworldly designs of enormous temples, learn about diverse local cultures and gaze up at volcanic peaks in national parks.

Find peace at this ancient temple, a beautiful masterpiece of Joseon Dynasty architecture that is surrounded by lush green forest. 

Marvel at otherworldly designs of enormous temples, learn about diverse local cultures and gaze up at volcanic peaks in national parks.

Marvel at otherworldly designs of enormous temples, learn about diverse local cultures and gaze up at volcanic peaks in national parks.

Dotted with ancient temples, burial mounds, pagodas and palaces, this former capital of the Silla Kingdom is the perfect place to explore early Korean history.

The west gate of Hwaseong Fortress is an imposing structure that looms above the magnificent walled fort complex, symbolizing the power of King Jeongjo.

This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.

Embark on an elephant safari, trek through a large national park and see rare animals at this popular resort town in southwest India.

Embark on a fantastical toy train journey through a compound of spectacular pointed Hindu temples built more than 1,000 years ago.

Learn about the region’s military history at this tranquil shrine dedicated to the fighters who died in the 16th-century Japanese invasion.

Taiwan’s second-largest city is changing its industrial focus and emerging as a modern hub of entertainment and culture.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Marvel at otherworldly designs of enormous temples, learn about diverse local cultures and gaze up at volcanic peaks in national parks.

Embark on a fantastical toy train journey through a compound of spectacular pointed Hindu temples built more than 1,000 years ago.

Embark on a fantastical toy train journey through a compound of spectacular pointed Hindu temples built more than 1,000 years ago.

Admire a treasure trove of precious relics from the Silla dynasty in the former capital of the ancient Korean millennial kingdom.

Embark on an elephant safari, trek through a large national park and see rare animals at this popular resort town in southwest India.

Immerse yourself in the colorful sights of South Korea’s largest and most famous Chinese district, which is known for its exceptional food. 

Seeing this garden in a picture may seem like a photo effect, but it isn’t a trick. Nature, with some human help, has created a unique place that must be seen.  

Futuristic architecture, sandy beaches, hot springs and eclectic attractions, such as a replica Statue of Liberty, await on this man-made island in Tokyo Bay.

Korea’s third-largest city is a fascinating mix of political history, modern shopping malls and entertainment districts, and remote outer islands.