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Fire Festivals Of East Asia

From daily rituals through religious festivals to cultural celebrations, East Asia is blessed with numerous rich traditions full of colour, drama and exuberance. No more is this true than with the region’s spectacular fire festivals, destined to ignite that spark on your next travel adventure.

Great Poets All Over The World Have Written About Rivers, And Why Not?

Great poets all over the world have written about rivers, and why not?

Oceans

Asia has both the highest and the lowest points on the surface of the Earth, has the longest coastline of any continent, is subject to the world’s widest climatic extremes, and, consequently, produces the most varied forms of vegetation and animal life on Earth. In addition, the peoples of Asia have established the broadest variety of human adaptation found on any of the continents.

Army of Angels

Afghanistan’s community midwives

The Water People

Powerful, purifying, and mysterious, water bodies play a vital role in many cultures and religions. Some live and die by the waters, and some believe the deep blue is home to gods and goddesses. Others look to the waves in search of the spirits of their deceased loved ones. The waters bring people together to pray to higher beings, and the high seas.

The Blue God

Vishnu is one of the most important gods in the Hindu pantheon and, along with Brahma and Shiva, is considered a member of the holy trinity of Hinduism. As the most important god of Vaishnaism, the largest Hindu sect, he is involved in a number of colourful stories which illustrate his virtues as the protector of cosmic order.

The Economic Impact Of COVID-19

Since the SARS outbreak, China has grown from the world’s sixth-largest economy to the second biggest today. The country has been a key growth driver worldwide, with the International Monetary Fund estimating that China alone accounted for 39% of global economic expansion in the past year.

Reading The Novel Coronavirus

The new year began with a shocking start for everyone as the infectious 2019 novel coronavirus swallowed China and the rest of the world. While China remains the country hardest hit by the outbreak, several countries across Europe, North America and especially the Asia-Pacific have been reporting hundreds or even thousands of cases, with the worldwide total surpassing 100,000 by early March.

Island Nations Of Asia

An island country is a nation that is made up of one or more islands, or land that is surrounded completely by water. Around one-fifth of Asia is made up of island nations, and while island countries are typically small with low populations, some, like Indonesia and Japan are notable exceptions.

A Rice Journey

Rice is an Asian essential. The tiny grain holds colossal history and significance, and is one that is worth journeying through.

Oodles Of Noodles

The humble noodle is a versatile staple that is enjoyed all over the world in different forms. While its origins have always been a highly debated topic, in 2005, archaeologists unearthed a perfectly preserved 4,000-year-old bowl of noodles in northwestern China.

Dishing Out The Desserts

Asian desserts are chock-full of unique, delectable tastes and textures. The largest continent in the world boasts a variety of people and cultures, who inevitably come to the party with their own vast ranges of desserts. With recipes handed down through the generations, these sweet treats are steeped in tradition. From southeast to east, and west to the south, we bring to your plate the plethora of dishes and their ingredients from all corners of the continent.

From The Streets To The Glitz

Asian cuisine is as varied as the continent is vast.

Paan: The Perfect Parcel

Look around the pavements of any Indian city, and you will find red splatter spots marked on the ground.

Food & Beverage Companies In Asia

Food conjures the tastes of childhood and comfort; it is the centre of a party and it can help in soothing a broken heart. Here is a list of food and beverage companies in Asia, near and dear to our hearts.

Exquisite Spa Resorts & Villas In Asia

Whether you’re planning that special honeymoon trip, travelling in style with your dive buddy, or vacationing with the family, a spa resort or villa is the perfect choice for a relaxing stay. So leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind and let your hosts take care of everything, just for a little while.

Asia's Critically Endangered Animals

Home to the fastest-growing cities of the world, Asia is thriving. But lest we forget, the Earth is also home to our animal friends, some of which are in great danger because of our desire to progress as a society.

Heritage Landmarks In Asia

Whether you’re an architectural junkie or a history enthusiast, this category is for you. Enter Asia’s treasured and breathtaking heritage landmarks, each with walls that speak and interiors that whisper a thousand words.

An Epic Creation

The birth of writing from ancient Sumer has led to prominent and influential literary works, such as the Epic of Gilgamesh, written in the 18th century BC during the Neo-Sumerian Empire – recognised as the earliest surviving great work of literature

Pilgrims to the Centre of the Earth

In the footsteps of Java’s Yadnya Kasada Festival.

Royal Rainforests And Coastlines

I’m Colin and I was raised in Brunei Darussalam as a half breed; a mix of Chinese and the indigenous ethnic tribe of Lun Bawang.

The Rickshaw Revolution

Asia’s classic mode of transport has seen continuous upgrades over the years. Yet the earliest rickshaws – and the downtrodden coolies that pulled them – may soon be relics of history following Kolkata’s efforts to eradicate them

The New Black Gold

Farmers eagerly host these furry guests in their orchards and collect their excrement – Cambodia’s answer to manure

North Korea: Nuclear Nation

North Korea’s growing missile prowess and nuclear capability are starting to pose a serious threat not just to the South, but most of the world

Batik Breakthroughs

Batik – one of Indonesia’s age-old treasures and on UNESCO’s list of Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity – has been catapulted into the modern era

The New Face Of Farming

Drones could well change Asian agriculture. These aerial vehicles can be controlled from the ground, and have received a great deal of attention for their ability to do work that is dangerous or tedious for farmers

Holy Hermit Healers

Ruesi have wandered the Thai wilderness for hundreds of years. All but forgotten, these “wizards of the forest” are today seeing a gradual comeback, as they work their magic for the devotee in need

Back From The Dead

Eternal rest is a lifelong task for the indigenous people of South Sulawesi, who reunite to serve their dead relatives once every few years

Kings Of The Dwindling Forest

Nepal’s last hunting tribe subsists on primates as their main meal, a menu choice that’s quickly slipping through their grasp

Diving In Paradise

Malaysia boasts some of the planet’s finest dive sites, and its pristine waters are rich in marine life