Two Oceans, thirty seas, one hundred thousand islands, the best airlines in the world and much more - this is what awaits you in Southeast Asia! The countries of Southeast Asia attract the opportunity to get everything at once in one trip. Wonderful climate, magnificent beaches, opportunities for diving and surfing, sea cruises, exotic nature, unusual cuisine, ancient temples and palaces, noisy festivals, excellent shopping - this list goes on for a long time.
Vietnam.
1. Stunningly beautiful landscape. A riot of colors. Year-round flowering of nature. Beautiful beaches. The extraordinary beauty of ancient architectural monuments.
2. “Bait” for tourists: diving here is excellent and the cheapest in the world.
3. Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) – a city of chaos, neon lights and friendly people.
4. Fabulous beauty, clean deserted beaches and low prices. It’s as if everything was created for a perfect holiday!
5. Vietnam is one of the most mysterious and amazing countries in Southeast Asia. There is no sweltering heat here, the sun is soft and gentle, the air is humid and clean, the water is clear and inviting - Vietnam has everything you need to relax, to escape from the everyday hustle and bustle and be filled with a charge of vivacity and energy.
6. For those who appreciate natural beauty on vacation, there is the very popular West Lake, Lake Xuan Huong, Cam Chi waterfalls, Thong Nyat Park, where the Flower Festival is regularly held, Chua Mot Kot Pagoda, and the Valley of Love.
7. Vietnamese cuisine has also absorbed the traditions of French cuisine - this can be felt in the abundance of pates and cheeses that can be bought everywhere. A minimum of fat, a maximum of fresh vegetables and fruits, and seafood make Vietnamese food popular not only among sophisticated gourmets, but also among fans of healthy eating.
8. Phan Thiet is a very popular resort in Vietnam. Phan Thiet is great for a family holiday. This is a quiet and cozy resort. With sandy beaches and wonderful comfortable hotels.
9. Nha Trang is one of the best holiday destinations in the country. The city itself is also known as a medical resort: there is a clinic for mud therapy and mineral water treatment of joints and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, and some skin diseases, diseases of the nervous system, lungs and bronchi are also treated here.
10. Phu Quoc is the largest island in Vietnam, equal in area to Singapore. Beautiful sandy beaches lined with coconut palms are framed by virgin tropical forests. There are two large pearl plantations on the island - Japanese and American, which is why Phu Quoc is often called the “pearl island”.
Indonesia.
1. Among the mind-boggling number of islands that make up Indonesia (and there are 17,508 of them!), only about 6,000 are actually inhabited. The largest islands of Indonesia are Java, Sumatra, New Guinea, Sulawesi ( Sulawesi) and Kalimantan.
2. Bali has long been the most popular destination in Indonesia. The beautiful landscapes of this picturesque corner attract tourists and nature lovers from all continents of the globe. Tourists can expect a lot of interesting things here. The greatest demand is for cultural events and dances, fine leather items, and foot-tapping music.
3. Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world.
4. Another feature of Indonesia is that this country has a very diverse culture, its inhabitants speak 580 languages and dialects.
5. Island of Java - the world famous temple complexes of Borobudur (the third largest Buddhist temple in the world is Borobudur (8th century) near Yogyakarta. Its height is 34 m, and its area is 12.3 thousand sq. m.) and Prambanan.
6. Komodo - it is part of the world-class Komodo National Park. Founded in 1980, the park covers the territory of three large volcanic islands (Komodo, Rinca and Padar). The largest land lizard on the planet lives here - the famous Komodo dragon, or monitor lizard (Varanus komodoensis), of which there are several hundred individuals.
7. Flores Islands. The most famous volcano in Flores is the Kelimutu volcano, whose height is 1,639 m. Its three crater lakes change color from time to time and it is not yet fully understood what exactly leads to this change.
8. Ubud is an ancient city in the central mountainous part of the island of Bali, located 10 km north of Denpasar at an altitude of 600 m above sea level. Ubud is considered the cultural center of the island. There are a large number of museums here.
9. Sumatra - there are many active volcanoes on the island and near it.
10. Kalimantan Island (also Borneo) is a large island (the third largest in the world by territory), the only island in the world divided between three recognized states: Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei.
Malaysia.
1. Malaysia is a country of smiles and unique, varied delights that attract guests.
2. A charming land of warmth and kindness, in any corner of which you can get acquainted with Real Asia and become a part of it.
3. Ultra-modern architecture and unique nature.
4. The country is endowed with evergreen forests and beautiful coastal waters with unique wildlife and amazing flora and fauna for this part of the planet.
5. In Malaysia, you can choose: either spend time in a modern city with its shops and entertainment venues, or lie in the sun on the snow-white sand on the seashore.
6. At your service are ecotourism and mountaineering in the area of Mount Kinabulu, one of the highest peaks in the region.
7. You can watch the life of orangutans in Sepilok or scuba dive around Sipadan Island.
8. Visit the tallest building in the world, the Petrones Business Center.
9. Malaysia has something for everyone: historian, businessman, tourist, holidaymaker or city lover.
10. Uniquely memorable is spending a family vacation in Malaysia, about which the English writer Somerset Maugham, having visited Penang, wrote: “If you have not seen this place, you have not seen the world.”
Thailand.
1. The most picturesque nature, magnificent beaches, unconventional culture, genuine hospitality of the local population, unique religious buildings and ancient ruins - all this attracts, like a magnet, hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world.
2. Thais are unusually polite, friendly and hospitable, especially towards visitors.
3. Today, Thailand has preserved the face of its unique culture. This is largely due to the fact that, unlike other countries in Southeast Asia, Thailand was never colonized by Europeans.
4 There are five representatives of Thailand on the UNESCO list of the most valuable world heritage sites. We are talking about natural reserves and archaeological sites of the past.
5. The best drag queen shows in Southeast Asia. Theatrical performances where the actors are transvestites. Some of them are participants in international beauty contests.
6. Thai cuisine is famous for its combination of four taste components - salty, sweet, sour and bitter. But if a tourist is afraid to eat rather peculiar Thai dishes, there is no problem: Thailand offers cuisines from almost all countries of the world.
7. In Thailand, skyscrapers and antiquity, permissiveness and law-abidingness, low prices and super infrastructure coexist harmoniously. Having been there at least once, you will want to return there again and again.
8. Holidays in Thailand are a great opportunity to spend your vacation, basking on the snow-white beaches of the ocean, under the dazzlingly bright sun.
9. Amateurs and diving professionals also gather in Thailand every year: the marine flora and fauna of the region is distinguished by an unforgettable riot of colors, so diving into the clear waters of the ocean and walking to the coral reefs will leave an indelible impression of the trip!
10. Thailand is a country of orchids and shimmering sapphires, clear rivers and impenetrable jungles.
Singapore.
1. In Singapore you can make the purchases you have dreamed of all your life.
2. Singapore amazes with its variety of popular nightlife spots. Many clubs are located on embankments and in the tallest buildings in the country.
3. Singapore Night Safari is the world's first park specifically designed for observing animals at night.
4. Singapore Zoo is considered one of the best in the world.
5. The Fountain of Wealth was created according to Feng Shui philosophy and since 1998 it has been the largest in the world.
6. The tallest Ferris wheel in Asia, the Singapore flyer, is 165 meters high.
7. Botanical garden with 20,000 plants - Oceanarium 2500 sea creatures of 250 varieties - 4-dimensional cinema.
8. An architectural masterpiece, the Esplanade Theater and the huge Wild Wild Wet water park.
9. Bird Park is one of the most beautiful parks in the world, the territory of which is inhabited by 8,000 birds of 600 species collected from all over the planet.
10.Today, Sentosa remains the best resort in Singapore, a tropical paradise, museums and nature reserve rolled into one.
Philippines.
1. This is one of the few places on Earth where you understand that the magic word “exotic” has not yet lost its original meaning.
2. Four Philippine attractions were in the top ten contenders for a place in the list of seven new wonders of nature.
3. Rice terraces are an incredible and ancient creation of human hands, created more than 2000 years ago.
4. On the island of Bohol you will meet the smallest monkey in the world - the tarsier.
5. The beaches of the Philippine islands are considered the best in the world.
6. Here you can meet whales during a boat trip, and the underwater world will amaze you with the variety of corals and the living creatures inhabiting them.
7. Manila has the largest shopping center in Asia.
8. Prices in the Philippines for services and goods will pleasantly surprise you.
9. The Philippines is the third largest English-speaking country in the world and the only Christian state in Asia.
10. Russian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Philippines.
Myanmar.
1. Myanmar is a country that has not yet been spoiled by tourism and tourists and is therefore unusually hospitable
2. Myanmar has the largest concentration of Buddhist historical sites in the world
3. About half of the country's population are monks. Monks in Myanmar are incredibly revered
4. On the mountain lake Inle, you will plunge into the world of people who built their homes and temples on the water, living according to other laws, unusual for Europeans, in another time dimension
5. Incredibly friendly and helpful people await you here, not to mention the service staff
6. Yangon - the capital of Myanmar, is considered the cleanest city in Southeast Asia from an environmental point of view
7. Due to the low number of visitors to the country, the sea and beaches here are pristine
8. You will spend an indecently small amount on all purchases, visits to restaurants and souvenirs.
9. In Myanmar, namely in Mandalay, you will see the largest book in the world, which takes monks 450 days to read
10. Only in Myanmar you can take a break from mobile phone calls! There is almost no cell service there!
Sri Lanka.
1. The symbol of Sri Lanka is world-famous Ceylon tea. Sri Lanka ranks 2nd in the world in tea exports.
2. Sri Lanka is the center of world Buddhism. The atmosphere of benevolence and peace that reigns in this country is the result of the deep, centuries-old influence of Buddhist teachings on the worldview and way of life of the Sri Lankans.
3. Sri Lanka can rightfully be proud of any of its incomprehensible landscapes - from golden beaches caressed by the Indian Ocean to numerous ridges and slopes forming terraces, rice fields and dense forests.
4. Sri Lanka has been famous for its spices for many centuries. The Spice Garden in Matale gives you the opportunity to see how cinnamon, cardamom, pepper and other exotic plants are grown.
5. There are more than a hundred waterfalls in Sri Lanka. One of the tallest waterfalls in the world with a single stream is the 212-meter Bridal Veil Falls.
6. The largest cave temple in South Asia is the stone temple of the sleeping Buddha. The temple houses the largest collection of Buddha statues, many of which are over 2,000 years old. 73 of them are plated with gold.
7. Newlyweds from all over the world spend an unforgettable honeymoon in Sri Lanka, and exotic wedding ceremonies organized in hotels make this important event in life special.
8. More and more tourists come to Sri Lanka to improve their health. The most ancient treatment methods of Ayurveda and aromatherapy, time-tested and improved by modern technologies, relieve stress, fatigue and discomfort, increase the human body’s resistance to disease, and provide a strong rejuvenating effect.
9. Of the 130 world historical values protected by UNESCO, seven are located on this amazing island
10. The whole world knows traditional Sri Lankan spices, aromatic tea of all kinds, exotic fruits, gems, batik and, of course, the warmth of the friendly hosts of the island. You will have the opportunity to try wonderful traditional dishes, including delicious “curry” - specially prepared meat or vegetables with spices and rice.
Nepal.
1. In Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, there are 7 sites that UNESCO included in the list of world heritage sites, including the Buddhist temples of Boudhanath and Swayamboodhanath.
2. If you give a tip to local hermits - Sadhus, then in return you will receive a blessing - a red dot on the forehead, called a tikka.
3. Most streets in Nepalese cities do not have names, so it is quite easy to get lost there.
4. In some cities of Nepal, cars and motorcycles are prohibited.
5. Most of the world's mountains above 8 kilometers are located in Nepal - this attracts climbers and rafters from all over the world.
6. One of the most honorable professions in Nepal is a potter. There is even a special caste of potters.
7. Nepal proudly calls itself “the only Hindu kingdom in the world”: 86.5% of the population are Hindus.
TWO-FACED VIETNAM
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Over the centuries, eastern countries have accumulated not only many attractions, rich culture, history, their own cuisine that is not similar to others, but also the customs of local residents, which often shock foreigners. Gastronomic customs Lunch break is sacred. In Malaysia, residents are not in a hurry, so drivers, for example, of buses, can interrupt the route for a few minutes to have a snack. And for the Malays this does not seem bad manners, because the driver is also a person, and he has the right to eat. Students in Indonesia and Malaysia do not consider it shameful to open a box of food during a lecture and eat with appetite. The most surprising thing is that this is not because of hunger, but because listening to the teacher and chewing at the same time is much more fun. Another amazing feature of Asians is something that no sane European would even think of touching. The bravest cook the deadly poisonous fugu fish. And many restaurants serve dishes made from dog and cat meat. And what about snacks and delicacies made from something that recently flew and crawled? Fried mice with sauce, live lobsters, ant eggs in banana leaves, scorpion with vegetables, fish genitals, fly larvae - this is a small part of the unusual dishes that are part of the eastern national cuisine. Eat to your health, slurp loudly and don’t be shy about belching - after all, it is a sign that the guest has eaten well and tasty. 
Etiquette in Eastern culture As guests, be respectful of Asian traditions by taking off your shoes when entering their home, and avoid wearing revealing clothing in temples. When greeting each other, Asians raise their hand as a sign of friendship or nod their heads - this is enough for a polite sign of attention. When meeting someone, it is customary to say your first and last name, and then repeat the first and last name of your new acquaintance several times. This is done in order to remember difficult to pronounce oriental words and address the person correctly. Although in Thailand it is customary to address a person by his nickname, which he received in childhood, for example “Noah” or “Dang”. You need to be very careful about postures and gestures; they may be interpreted incorrectly. For example, by placing their fists on their sides, they show that they are aggressive and unfriendly. Politeness and smiles are a sign of a positive attitude towards life. It is better to smile than to make a scandal, be rude and cause inconvenience to others. Smiling is a sign of gratitude, a way to avoid conflict, a common convention, and also a way to apologize. 
Decorating your home and forgetting about everything else, such as dirty streets or crooked houses, is the norm. And foreigners will be misunderstood if they try to point out such a disorder. You should apologize if, during a friendly fight with a new acquaintance, by accident or as a joke, you hit him with your foot or touched his head. This is considered very impolite and is allowed only to the closest people; the head is an inviolable part of the body. It is considered normal to ask an unmarried girl when she plans to end her relationship with her boyfriend. But such a question to a married couple is extremely inappropriate. If you want to please the Malay family, give each of its members a separate gift as a gesture of respect for the hospitality provided. Superstitions and religious traditions The most common religions in Southeast Asia are Buddhism and Islam. And traditions associated with religion are observed very strictly. You should not drink alcohol during the holy months or eat near someone who is fasting. Those who come to the temple, in addition to wearing modest clothing, are required to take off their shoes and walk around the shrine clockwise. Just like the area around the temples. Women are not allowed to touch monks. And everyone, without exception, is prohibited from taking pictures near Buddha statues in an indecent pose or hugging a statue. It is prohibited to raise your voice or shout inside shrines. 
In Vietnam, it is customary to hang a mirror on the outside of the door. They firmly believe that an evil spirit or dragon, coming into the house, will be afraid of its reflection and leave. The lunar calendar introduced its own oddities into the habits of Asians. When setting the table, you are not supposed to place cutlery for only one person. During certain phases of the moon, people do not eat certain foods and do not begin important tasks. Traditions regarding appearance One of the traditions that has come down from the past is growing a long nail on the little finger. This meant belonging to the aristocracy, but now it is simply an expression of image and personal style. But this is not as wild as the tradition of one of the Thai tribes of putting brass rings around women’s necks. In a civilized society, appearance is regulated by religion. Women in many countries decorate themselves with jewelry and talismans. Men often wear a business suit. But different nationalities also have different attire, often unusual for Europeans. 
Outside the hotels where foreign tourists stay en masse and where you can’t find either traditions or local customs, there is a special life that can only be seen by talking with the indigenous residents. They will tell visitors a lot of interesting things, surprising them with their oddities, oriental flavor, unusual way of life and food. If you respect the culture of the local residents of the country in which you are visiting, your memories of your vacation and communication will remain vivid and unique. Politeness and courtesy are the main guarantee of Asians' goodwill towards you.
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QUESTIONS: Asian countries
The demographic situation of most Asian countries is characterized by
- aging of the nation
- demographic crisis
- population explosion
- depopulation
Which Transcaucasian country is well supplied with oil?
- Georgia
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
The main crop grown on irrigated lands in Central Asia is
- cotton
- peanut
China's largest port is
- Shanghai
- Beijing
- Qingdao
- Dalian
Indicate the state in which the oil industry is not an industry of international specialization
- Kuwait
- Syria
- Brunei
- Saudi Arabia
The Taj Mahal is located in
- Nepal
- Thailand
- India
- Turkey
Plays a major role in Japanese industry
- center, o. Honshu
- north, o. Hokkaido
- south, o. Kyushu
- southeast, o. Shikoku
The national religion of China is
- Shintoism
- Confucianism and Taoism
- Buddhism
- Sikhism
Which of the following countries is part of the “Asian Tiger” group?
- Israel
- Philippines
- South Korea
- Malaysia
The most economically developed region of China is
- Oriental
- Northern
- West
In what part of Asia did Islam and Christianity originate?
- In the central
- In the southwestern
- In the south
- In the southeast
Sri Lanka's main export crop is
- vanilla
- dates
It may very well be that you are hearing about this for the first time.
Asia certainly has a huge influence on the Western world in many ways, but despite this, we only see a small part of what is actually happening there. Having faced the truth, we will understand that we know nothing about this amazing part of the world; it continues to remain a secret behind seven locks for us.
Here are some centuries-old traditions and modern trends from Asia that will leave you scratching your head in bewilderment.
Universal birthday.
Fact: Vietnamese New Year is everyone's birthday.
Vietnamese New Year (or Tet) is celebrated annually at the end of winter, the celebration lasts for several days. It begins on the first day of the lunar calendar.
In addition to many other traditions of this holiday, it is considered a birthday. Like the Koreans, the Vietnamese count their age by the number of lunar new years they have experienced.
This way the child will officially turn one on his first Tet, even if he was born a few days before.
2. Thailand watering festival.
Thai New Year (Songkran) is celebrated from 13 to 15 April and is the oldest festival that marks the change of year and the Thai "astrological transition".
The main ritual during the celebration is pouring a mixture of water, flour or talcum powder on each other. Initially, the celebration had a spiritual meaning: people poured water on Buddha statues, and then collected the water that flowed from the statues and poured it on their family and friends for good luck.
Nowadays, this ritual is performed with the help of water pistols, from which everyone who passes by is sprayed.
3. The largest shopping center.
In 2005, Chinese billionaire Alex Hu Guizhong began building the world's largest shopping mall in the city of Dongguan.
At seven million square feet, there was room for 2,350 stores, not to mention a full-size indoor roller coaster, a 1.3-mile water canal (complete with gondolas) and an 82-foot replica of the Arc de Triomphe.
The only problem was that no one wanted to open their own store in this center. From 2005 to today, only about 1% of the retail space has been occupied.
One of the most compelling reasons for this failure is the location of the shopping center: Dongguan County is home to only 10 million people, most of whom are poor factory workers.
4. Merry Christmas!
Fact: North Korea celebrates its own version of Christmas. North Korea does not celebrate Christmas in the traditional sense.
Instead of Christmas holidays, North Koreans celebrate the birth of Kim Jong Il's mother, who was born on December 24th.
On December 27, celebrations are held here on the occasion of Constitution Day, and on New Year's, marches are held to the tomb of Kim Il Sung, where the leader's body rests incorrupt.
5. China has only one time zone.
Although China is spread across 5 time zones, there has only been one national time zone since the Chinese Civil War in 1949.
This was done in order to give the population a sense of unity and cohesion. When the sun rises at 6 a.m. in Beijing, the western territories don't see daylight for another 2 hours, so they created their own unofficial time zone. The Chinese government does not recognize him.
6. In Japan it is illegal to be fat.
The Japanese are considered the skinniest industrialized nation in the world, and all because being fat is illegal here!
Japanese law requires that men over 40 have a waist circumference of no more than 85 cm. Women are given a little more freedom: their waist circumference should not exceed 90 cm.
According to the official version, thin people are healthier, thus the law is aimed at combating high cholesterol and hypertension.
People who break this law must undergo counseling and be prescribed a government-approved diet.
And companies that employ a large number of overweight people are required to pay fines. This money will be transferred to the health fund: for medical care for the elderly.
7. World population.
Fact: China and India make up a third of the world's population. It is well known that China has a huge population, but the actual data is simply staggering!
The population of Sichuan province alone is larger than the populations of Greece, Portugal, Holland, Guatemala, Austria, Malaysia, New Zealand, Australia and Canada combined.
And Sichuan is the fourth largest province in the country! In fact, India and China make up more than a third of the total population of the Earth and number 2.5 billion people, who fit in an area slightly larger than the United States.
Throwing children is good luck.
In the holy mountains of India, newborns are subjected to a ritual that is intended to bring good luck, courage and health to the child.
Children are carried to the top of a 50-meter tower and then thrown down onto a stretched cloth held by monks.
This Muslim custom has been practiced for over 500 years and continues to this day.
While many people are horrified by the ritual, locals say no one has been harmed yet.
9. Watch your hands.
Fact: Hindus eat with their right hand and wipe with their left.
One of the most interesting customs in India is that the locals eat only with their right hand. The thing is that the toilets here don't use toilet paper, they pour some water into your left hand and use it to dry yourself.
In India, it is quite difficult to find a restroom that has toilet paper, except in hotels and restaurants catering to Western customers.
It is also considered offensive to do anything with your left hand, such as passing money or holding it out as a greeting.
10. Chinese children.
Fact: Chinese children are named after events.
In 1992, China applied to host the 2000 Olympic Games. That same year, 680 Chinese named their newborn children Aoyun (literally translated as "Olympics").
More than 4,000 people gave their children this name over the next 15 years. According to the Chinese registry, other common names are "Defending China" and "Building a Nation." Some children are called "Space Journey".
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Interesting facts about North Korea
The official name of North Korea is the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). The local population calls it “Joseon” (“Land of Morning Freshness”).
Fun facts about India
India is the "big paradise" in Asia. Exotic culture, priceless art, modern cities, national parks and friendly people make the country an excellent tourist destination with vast expanses of indescribable beauty. Until the 21st century, India managed to maintain its traditional lifestyle. The Festival of Laxmi, one of the most famous Hindu religious festivals, regularly takes place here. Laxmi is the goddess of peace and prosperity. This festival plays a significant role in the lives of many Indians. India has gone down in history as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi (Mohandas K. Gandhi), whose legacy is democracy. Gandhi once said: “We ourselves must become the changes we want to see in the world.”
Interesting facts about Turkey
Turkey is a Eurasian country stretching from the Asia Minor (or Anatolia) peninsula in western Asia to Thrace (Roumelia) in the Balkan region of southeastern Europe. It is thanks to its strategic location that Türkiye is famous for its unique combination of eastern and western traditions. Turkey is surrounded by eight countries: Bulgaria, Greece, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Iraq and Syria. To the south of Turkey are the Mediterranean Sea and Cyprus, to the west is the Aegean Sea and its archipelago, and to the north is the Black Sea. Continue reading this article to get more interesting information about Turkey.
Interesting facts about the Philippines
The Philippines (officially the Republic of the Philippines) is an archipelago of 7,107 islands lying in the Pacific Ocean. This island nation in Southeast Asia is surrounded by countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Palau and the Republic of China. The Philippines is the only country in Southeast Asia that does not share land borders with its neighbors.
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Unique places in Southeast Asia
The countries of Asia always evoke special awe and still surprise us with the unsolved mysteries of ancient civilizations and the unsurpassed abilities of representatives of the modern world. The number of fascinating natural monuments, amazing architectural sights, and mystical secrets can hardly be compared with any other region. We bring to your attention a short overview of the most remarkable places in Southeast Asia. 1. The world's largest religious building is the Angkor Wat temple complex, Cambodia. The temple is dedicated to the god Cherry and, according to a recent discovery, its area is 3000 km, on which about 1.5 million ancient Khmer lived. Angkor is also one of the oldest temples not only in the region, but throughout the world. Scientists suggest that the two thousand temples and palace buildings of Angkor accurately reflect the starry sky on the brightest night (2000 stars). Angkor Wat is the only religious building whose image can be found on the national flag and coat of arms. 
2. One of the largest islands in the world - Borneo. The island of Borneo (or Kalimantan) is the third largest in the world. This is the only island that belongs to three countries at once: Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. Borneo is home to the longest island river in the world, the Kapuas. In the jungles of Borneo there is a “walking tree” whose roots grow from the middle of the trunk and are able to move underground in search of water. The largest caves in the world and the richest ruler are in Borneo. Only here you can see the “red” tide, thanks to a special type of algae in the coastal waters. 
3. The most popular temple according to tourists in Southeast Asia is Wat Pho Temple in Bangkok, Thailand. Wat Pho is also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha and is considered the place where Thai massage originated. This oldest temple in Bangkok is notable primarily for its huge gilded statue of a reclining Buddha: 46 meters long and 15 meters high. There is also a library with ancient manuscripts. 
4.
One of the most terrible museums in the world - Toul Sleng Genocide Museum in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The museum testifies to the terrible events of the reign of Pol Pot, when over 3.5 years, according to various estimates, from 1 to 3 million people in the country were killed. Toul Sleng is a famous prison in Cambodia where men, women and children were tortured in the most sophisticated way, which was later converted into a museum. The exhibition halls display torture instruments, photographs of torture, and a map of skulls and bones of prisoners killed here. 
5. The longest passenger cable car in the world - Nha Trang, Vietnam. Its length is more than 5000 meters, the ascent takes about 20 minutes. It connects Nha Trang with Hon Tre Island, where the country's largest entertainment complex, Vinpearl Land, is located. Another achievement of the cable car, listed in the Guinness Book of Records, is the highest road above sea level. 
6. The second most beautiful volcano in the world - Mayon, Philippines. This volcano is the most active in the Philippines; over the last 400 years, more than 50 eruptions have been recorded, which does not deprive it of its popularity among tourists who regularly climb it. The last eruption occurred on May 6, 2013, killing 5 people who were climbing Mayon at that time. 
7. The best nightclubs in SEA – in Thailand. It's no secret that many tourists go to Thailand, choosing Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket to have a good time in the clubs. According to numerous surveys conducted by various travel services, these three destinations become priorities when choosing a holiday destination in Southeast Asia. 
8. Best diving spot - Sipadan Island, Malaysia. Diving in Asia is truly diverse: it includes luxurious caves, underground rivers, a rich underwater world, rare animals that cannot be found anywhere in the world, and cemeteries of sunken ships. But the best, according to CNN experts and more than 6,000 diving enthusiasts, is the Malaysian island. Sipadan. The main attractions of the coastal waters are the turtle cemetery, where you will see sea turtles that were unable to escape from the cave and were buried at its bottom, and a huge limestone cave with numerous tunnels. Turtles, sharks, barracudas, coral reefs, lobsters, hawkfish and parrotfish - the local fauna is amazing in its diversity. 
9. The most unknown attraction of Southeast Asia - Tuan Gai and Huai Kha Khaeng, Thailand. The Thai reserve is home to almost 80% of all large mammals in Southeast Asia. Tigers, rhinoceroses, leopards, Asian elephants, and several traditional tribes live in the bamboo thickets, among the swampy valleys and small hills on the border with Myanmar. The reserve is included in the UNESCO heritage list. 
10. One of the largest mosques in the world - Blue Mosque, Malaysia. This is the second largest mosque in Southeast Asia. The special pride of the mosque is the second tallest minarets in the world (after the Moroccan Hassan II Mosque). The mosque can accommodate up to 16,000 people at a time, and sunlight entering through the windows paints the interior bluish. 
Southeast Asia is an amazing place on the planet with stunning nature, thousand-year-old culture, tropical beaches, vibrant nightlife, advanced technology and a unique flavor that can be felt while getting acquainted with unique natural and architectural monuments.
Spain
What is Spain? Lazy relaxation on the beaches of the Mediterranean coast and romantic sunsets in the secret coves of the Atlantic, the ancient streets of Toledo full of ghosts, the frosty air of the ski resorts of Cantabria, wonderful wines and unforgettable architectural monuments, fiery flamenco, exciting man-bull fights, diving, cycling tours, excellent shopping and a huge number of festivals.
Italy
In search of the very best, go to Italy: the gentlest sun, the most cheerful people, the most delicious food, the most fashionable shops. Italians firmly believe in the exclusivity of their country and successfully convince everyone around them. Excellent beaches surrounded by luxurious nature, high-quality service at thermal resorts, a rich excursion program, an unprecedented variety of landscapes, ski resorts, diving, gourmet cuisine, friendly residents. Yes, Italians have every reason to consider their country exceptional.
France
Mysterious, unpredictable and invariably attractive - that’s exactly how she is, beautiful France. Have the most romantic date in your life, strolling along the Champs Elysees, or go on an exciting journey through the castles of the Loire? Smell lavender from endless blue fields or taste wine while at one of the famous vineyards? Finally, to see with our own eyes all those unique historical monuments and architectural masterpieces that are familiar to us from the films?
Geographic data.
Türkiye is located in the eastern hemisphere. Its area is 779,452 square meters. km. Part of Turkey's territory - 97% - is located in Asia and 3% in Europe. The geographical feature of Turkey is its location at the crossroads of important routes that have been connecting Europe with Asia since ancient times. Nowadays, highways and railways run through the territory of Turkey, connecting Europe with many Asian countries.
On three sides it is washed by seas: in the north - the Black Sea, in the west - the Aegean, in the south - the Mediterranean. In the southern part of the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn Bay is located one of the most beautiful cities in the world and the largest city in Turkey - Istanbul (formerly Constantinople).
Minerals.
There are more than 100 types of minerals in Turkey. The country has many types of ore, mining, chemical, fuel and energy raw materials. First of all, we should mention tungsten, copper ores, borates, marble, coal, etc. Turkey accounts for 25% of the world's mercury reserves.
Climate.
Türkiye is a predominantly mountainous country. In this regard, the country's climate is on average mountainous in nature and features continental climate. Summers in Turkey are universally hot and dry, winters are snowy and cold.
Population.
The main population of the country is Turks. The country has never conducted a population census based on ethnic composition.
More than half a million Arabs live compactly in the southeast of Turkey. In large cities, especially in Istanbul, Assyrians are also numerous. The Jews of Turkey, who make up approximately 0.1% of the population in Turkey and live in large cities, consider themselves Turks who profess Judaism. Greeks, Albanians, Georgians, Azerbaijanis and representatives of many other nations live throughout the country, mainly in Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara and other large cities. Several thousand Russians permanently live in Turkey.
By religion, Turks are Muslims.
Ankara is the capital of Turkey.
Ankara, the capital of the Republic of Turkey and the administrative center of the province of the same name. The second largest city and an important political and economic center of the country.
Mausoleum of Atotürk.
Of course, the Ataturk Mausoleum is the most visited and attractive attraction in Ankara. Located on the territory of a carefully protected huge park. The best craftsmen from Egypt, Spain, Italy and Germany worked on its creation.
The features of ancient Egyptian tombs are clearly visible in the architectural details and decorative design of this structure. The viewing platforms of the Mausoleum offer a magnificent all-round panorama of the central part of Ankara. In the halls of the Mausoleum, in addition to the tomb with the ashes of Ataturk, there are several museum exhibitions, including cars that the beloved leader of the Turkish people liked to ride in.
Ataturk died on November 10, 1938 at the fifty-seventh year of his life. The founder of the Turkish Republic, the Great Leader of the Turkish War of Liberation and the man who implemented great reforms, Ataturk spent his life fighting for the independence of the Turkish people and for Turkey to reach the level of progressive countries. It was under his leadership that Türkiye with its state system reached the level of modern civilization. The idea arose of building a mausoleum that would emphasize the greatness of this man with its entire appearance, reflecting his principles and ideas aimed at the development of the country. This was the desire of the Turkish people, mourning the loss of the Great Leader.
Iran
The Islamic Republic of Iran is a state in southwest Asia. The capital is the city of Tehran. Iran is one of the oldest states in the world. Iran is one of the most technologically developed countries in the region.
Iran has an arid climate. Along the coast of the Caspian Sea - subtropical. In the north of the country, in winter the temperature often drops below 0°, in July it occasionally reaches 30°. In summer, temperatures in deserts can exceed 40°. In the west of Iran, in the Zagros Mountains, winter temperatures are almost always below 0°, with heavy snowfall and strong winds. On the plains along the coast of the Persian Gulf, winters are generally mild and summers are hot and humid.
Main cities.
Tehran is the capital and largest city of Iran and one of the largest cities in Asia. Political, economic, transport, trade, financial and cultural center of the country.
Mashhemd is a city in northeastern Iran, the administrative center of the Razavi Khorasan province. Population: more than 2.5 million people.
Keremj is a city in northern Iran, a suburb of Tehran, located at the foot of the Elbrus Mountains. Population - 1223 thousand inhabitants. Keredj is an important transport center through which all cargo heading to Tehran from the Caspian Sea passes.
Isfahamn is a city in Iran on the banks of the Zayandeh River, located 340 km south of Tehran. The administrative center of Isfahan province, the third largest city in Iran. Population - 1583 thousand people
Tabriz is a city of 1.4 million people near Lake Uremia in Iran, the administrative center of the Iranian province of East Azerbaijan.
Shiraz is a city in southern Iran, the administrative center of Fars province. Shiraz is located in the valley of the small Khoshk River in the Zagros Mountains at an altitude of more than 1500 meters above sea level.
Qom is a city in Iran. Population: more than a million inhabitants. Qom is the holy city of the Shiites and the city is growing rapidly. The school of Muslim theology in Qom is considered the second most important among Shiites after the school in Najaf.
Ahvaz is a city in western Iran, the administrative center of Khuzestan. Located on the banks of the Karun River. Population - about 841 thousand. An important center of the metallurgical industry.
Iraq
The Republic of Iraq is a state in the Middle East, in the Mesopotamian lowland, in the valley of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Iraq has large oil and natural gas reserves.
The climate in Iraq is continental, with dry, hot summers and relatively rainy, cool winters, subtropical in the north, tropical in the south. Average January temperatures increase from north to south from 7 to 12?C, average July temperatures are 34?C everywhere. Annual precipitation is 50-150 mm on the plains and up to 1500 mm in the mountains. Dust storms are common in the south in summer.
Capital Baghdad.
Baghdad is located almost in the center of Iraq, on the banks of the Tigris River, not far from the mouth of the Diyala River. Natural vegetation is represented mainly by comb grass, date palm, and in the coastal zone - salt marsh grasses, reeds, reeds, and willow. The population of Baghdad before the start of hostilities with the United States was over 5 million people. However, as a result of the death of some of the city’s residents, as well as the emigration of Baghdad residents to other cities of the country and beyond, the number of the urban population has decreased significantly; there is currently no exact data. The national composition of the city's population is represented mainly by Arabs, as well as Kurds, Turks, Assyrians, Armenians, Jews, etc. The state language is Arabic, and the Kurdish language, which has received official status, is also widespread.
Syria
The Syrian Arab Republic is a state in the Middle East. The population of Syria is 20 million people. The capital is Damascus, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
The climate is generally arid. The average annual precipitation does not exceed 100 mm. The average temperature in January is 7°, in July - 26.
Capital Damascus.
Damascus is the capital of Syria. One of the oldest cities in the world.
Sights of Damascus:
Sayida Zeinab Mosque
Sayida Rakaya Mosque
Umayyad Mosque - the largest mosque in Syria
Damascus Cathedral
Cathedral of the Virgin Mary
House of Saint Ananias
St. Paul's Chapel
Roman Catholic Cathedral
St. John's Church
Lavra of St. Paul
Sanctuary of St. George
Old houses
Azem Palace
Bayt al-Akkad
Maktab Anbar
Bayt al-Mamluk
Lebanon
Lebanon is a small mountainous state in the Middle East. The population of Lebanon is about 4 million people. The republic stands out in the Arab world for its extreme religious diversity.
Lebanon has a Mediterranean climate. In coastal regions, winters tend to be cool and summers are humid and hot. In winter, in the mountains the temperature drops below 0°, and snow is possible. Although the average annual rainfall in Lebanon is much higher than in neighboring countries, the northeast experiences an arid climate as mountains block the flow of moist air from the sea. Sand and dust storms occur frequently.
In ancient Lebanon, forests of Lebanese cedar grew in huge quantities, which became a symbol of the country. For centuries, trees were cut down without replanting as the main material in shipbuilding. This led to the fact that by the 20th century, only isolated islands of greenery remained in place of the richest forests.
Capital Beirut.
Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon and a major seaport. Beirut is the most important financial and banking center of the entire Middle East. In addition, many international organizations are based in Beirut. The population is 70% Muslim and 30% Christian.
Currently, the city center has been largely restored, and city architects are building a new Beirut with high-rise buildings, commercial complexes and cultural centers.
Jordan
Jordan is an Arab state in the Middle East. About 90% is desert and semi-desert.
Tourists visiting Jordan can visit the beaches and coral reefs of the Gulf of Aqaba, where the underwater world can be observed almost from the shore, the beauty of the Dead Sea and ancient monuments. But the largest number of tourists is attracted by one of the new seven wonders of the world - Petra.
Museums and libraries.
The national heritage is preserved in three small museums in Amman: the Archaeological Museum, located in the city's citadel, the Folklore Museum, located in the lower galleries of the Roman amphitheater in the city center, and the National Art Museum, which houses the work of local artists. In Madaba, the museum, which occupies several old city buildings, houses a collection of late Byzantine mosaics.
Pemtra is an ancient city. Located on the territory of modern Jordan, at an altitude of more than 900 m above sea level and 660 m above the surrounding area, the Arava Valley, in the narrow Siq canyon. The territory of Petra occupies a large area. From the center, where the ruins of numerous buildings are well preserved, no longer rock-built, but built in the traditional way, from stone, it extends for several kilometers.
Capital Amman
Ammamn is the capital of Jordan and the largest city in the country. One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Population: 2.5 million people.
Geography.
The city is located 65 km east of Jerusalem, on seven hills, which are represented on the Jordanian flag by a seven-pointed star.
The Kingdom of Bahrain is an island state on the archipelago of the same name in the Persian Gulf in South-West Asia, the smallest Arab state. Capital Manama.
Geography
Area - 620 km?.
Coastline: 161 km.
Bahrain occupies three relatively large and many small islands 16 km east of the coast of Saudi Arabia and is connected to this country by a road bridge.
Qatar is a state in southwest Asia, located on the Qatar Peninsula in the northeastern part of the Arabian Peninsula.
Population.
40% of the population are Arabs. There are also people from Pakistan, India, Iran, and other countries. The official language is Arabic, English is widely spoken. The state religion is Sunni Islam, Iranians are Shiites.
Almost the entire territory of the country is desert. In the north there is a low sandy plain with rare oases, covered with moving sands; in the middle part of the peninsula there is a rocky desert with areas of salt marshes; in the south there are high sandy hills. The climate is continental tropical, dry. In summer, temperatures often rise to 50 °C. The peninsula is poor in water. There are no permanent rivers; most of the water has to be obtained through sea desalination. Underground fresh water sources and oases are located mainly in the north of the country. The fauna is poor, dominated by reptiles and rodents.
United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is a state in southwest Asia in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula.
Geography.
The United Arab Emirates occupies an area shaped like a rhinoceros horn that protrudes into the Persian Gulf from the northeastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The UAE borders Saudi Arabia to the south and west, and Oman to the east.
The climate of the country is tropical desert. There are often sandstorms. The temperature in summer is 35-40 degrees C, often reaching 50, and in winter in the daytime it is 20-23 degrees, colder at night, but frosts are extremely rare, precipitation is irregular.
Population.
The population of the United Arab Emirates is approximately 4.5 million, of which ethnic Arabs make up only a third, and indigenous people make up 11%. The rest are from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other south Asian countries who immigrated to the UAE as temporary workers. 85% of people living in the country are not its citizens. Arab immigrants are represented mainly by Palestinian refugees.
Oman is a state in Southwest Asia, in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula.
Geographic data.
In the northeast of the country, along the coast of the Gulf of Oman, a narrow strip stretches the coastal plain of Al Batinah, the most developed and densely populated part of the country. A vast area to the west of this plain is occupied by the El-Hajar-el-Gharbi mountains. Some peaks reach 3000 m (the highest point is 3353 m). In the middle part of the country there is a low plateau, largely covered with sand. Its average height is 500 m. In the southern part of the country, Dhofar, mountains rise, the highest along the southern coast - up to 1678 m. There are no permanent rivers in Oman. All rivers have only periodic flow, mainly in winter.
Vegetation is poor. There are groves of tamarisk, fig, plane and oak in the mountains, but their total area is small. There are savannas in the foothills. There are palm groves on the north and south coasts.
In the middle part of Oman there is a desert; there are areas completely devoid of any vegetation.
The fauna is quite diverse. Lots of sand gazelles and rodents. Predators live here: striped hyena, jackal, fox. Lots of birds. There are very numerous reptiles - agamas, foot-and-mouth disease, geckos, chameleons, as well as arachnids - phalanges, scorpions.
Capital Muscat.
Muscat is the capital and largest city of the Sultanate of Oman. The territory of Muscat with its suburbs covers an area of about 1500 km². Since Oman's modernization began in 1970, Muscat has experienced rapid infrastructure development and urbanization, and, as is common in other cities around the world, neighboring towns have gradually merged into the metropolis.
Attractions.
Sultan Qaboos Mosque - In 1992, Sultan Qaboos decreed that his country of Oman should have its own Grand Mosque. A competition was held in 1993, construction began in 1995. Construction work took six years and four months.
Bookmark this page:Asia has a great influence on the Western world. Amazing discoveries, innovative ideas, philosophy and much more, all of this has a number of advantages for the West. However, with all this influence we are only barely able to touch the slightest surface of the Asian cultural layer. We have selected a dozen unusual facts about Asia, some of which may be puzzling.
The Vietnamese celebrate the New Year according to the lunar calendar, otherwise called Tet. The duration of the holiday is three whole weeks. Interestingly, in addition to the New Year itself, these numbers of the lunar calendar are the birthday of all Vietnamese. The Vietnamese count the number of Tet, that is, if a baby was born one week before the New Year, then he will already be 1 year old. It is curious that the Vietnamese documents still record the date, month, and year of birth.
Shopping center in a ghost town
- a billionaire from China planned in 2005 to build a huge shopping mall, the likes of which cannot be found in all of Asia. The city of Dongguan was chosen as the location for the development, and as it turned out, this was not the best choice.
A huge amount of money was spent on construction New Soth China Mall, which can accommodate 2,350 stores. A copy of the Arc de Triomphe is installed in the center, and a half-kilometer canal with boats is made. Amazingly, 97% of the shopping center territory has never been rented. Now the only workers in this place are security guards.
Why did this happen? Dongguan city has a population of 10 million people, but the vast majority of residents are peasants and factory workers. They simply do not have the money to not only buy goods in the shopping center, but even to get to it, because it is located some distance from the residential areas of the city and closer to industrial zones. This is how the unfortunate choice of location played a cruel joke on the Chinese billionaire.
North Koreans don't celebrate Christmas like the rest of the world. As you know, December 24 is the date of Catholic Christmas and it is celebrated in many parts of the world. Many Asian countries do not disdain this, even those where Buddhism is considered the official religion.
The North Korean authorities have strict control over the population, and the emergence of religious groups is immediately cut down in the bud. By the way, the last such group of Christians was discredited in the 80s. But December 24th is still a date, and Koreans have their own Christmas here. They are celebrating the birthday of Kim Jong Il's mother, who coincidentally was born on December 24th.
Japan is considered the slimmer country in the world and this is no coincidence. In the Land of the Rising Sun, there is a law according to which citizens cannot be overweight. There are certain regulations - men cannot have a waist larger than 85 centimeters, women - 90 cm. The Japanese say that slender people are healthier.
Those who are unable to control their weight undergo consultations with psychologists and nutritionists. They undertake to undergo a state diet, which is agreed upon by the best doctors in the country. Sanctions are also imposed on companies with a large number of overweight employees. Companies pay large fines, which then go towards healthcare for elderly Japanese.
A third of the world's population
2.5 billion people live in China and India - this is a third of the inhabitants of the entire globe. Amazingly, the numbers continue to grow. For example, Russia, the largest country in the world, has a population of 143 million people. The province of Sichuan alone, in China, has a larger population than Greece or Canada.
In words, countries say they are struggling with such demographics, but in reality they are timid attempts to stop the growing population.
Indian ritual
In the mountain temple Solapur, in India, they perform an unusual ritual. He assumes that a baby who has undergone this action is doomed to a happy life.
So, according to tradition, you need to climb with the baby to a 15-meter height, then push him from there. But of course not on earth, what happiness will there be there? Downstairs they stretch out white sheets and wait for the child to land. Despite the claims of various organizations, the Hindus of this land continue to perform the ritual. According to the locals, not a single injury has been recorded in 500 years.
It is curious that the Chinese like to name their children in honor of some significant events. For example, the Olympic Games were recently held in China, and 4,000 names were recorded in the country.” Ayun", which in translation means - " Olympic Games" This practice is normal in China, and choosing a name only provides a few options due to events in the country.
It's funny, but the more popular names are " Defend your homeland», « Nation building" Yes, yes, this is how the Chinese choose names. 400,000 people now live in China with the name " Civilization", of course this is in our language. “Conquest of space”, “Sputnik launch”, “Space travel” are the norm. Just imagine if in Russia they gave the names “Space Station” or “Constitution Day”.
One time for everyone
The length of China is more than five thousand kilometers, which covers as many as five time zones. However, time flows the same for every province in China. The fact is that in 1949 the authorities decided to unite and unite the nation. A time zone was included in this plan, and the authorities made the time uniform for all provinces. It’s interesting that when the sun rises in Beijing, residents of the western provinces wait another two hours for it, although the hands on the clock show 6:00. They even tried to resist the will of the party and created their own internal time, but the authorities do not approve of this step, but they do not interfere much either.
Malaysia loves to eat
Food is sacred to the Malays. The meal break must be respected and respected by the whole country. For example, a bus driver can interrupt his route and go to a cafe to have a snack, and this is treated very respectfully, and many go to the cafe with the driver. Imagine if this happens in the Moscow metro.
This is just an isolated case; there is also a very interesting example of the Malays’ love for food. At universities it is not only allowed, but even approved, to eat during lectures. That is, while the teacher explains another example from mathematical analysis on the blackboard, the Malays calmly listen to him and gobble up lunch. It is difficult for people from the Western world to understand such traditions; for them it is wild to stop work in broad daylight, while affecting the time of others. Although in Britain there is time for lunch, and in Spain there is siesta.
Many people believe that the Vietnamese are Buddhists. However, this is a misconception. In fact, only 9% of the country’s population is Buddhist; most of them have their own religion. A kind of cult of ancestral customs, based on a philosophical understanding of nature and the environment. This is very interesting, because throughout its history, Vietnam has more than once been subjected to the arrival of strangers with their own foundations and rules, but it has retained its religion.
Many people in Vietnam hang a mirror on the front door from the street side, as the Vietnamese assure that the evil spirit, seeing itself in the mirror, immediately leaves. Also, if you look closely, you can see many interesting figures in the courtyards, on window sills, and at doors.
100 interesting facts about Asia
1. Asia is considered the largest continent on the planet in terms of population and area.
2. More than 4 billion people make up the population of Asia, in percentage terms this is 60% of the total population of the Earth.
3. India and China have the largest populations in Asia.
4. In the west, the borders of Asia extend from the Ural Mountains to the Suez Canal.
5. In the south, Asia is washed by the Black and Caspian Seas.
6. The Indian Ocean washes Asia in the south.
7. In the east, Asia borders the Pacific Ocean.
8. The Arctic Ocean washes the shores of Asia in the north.
9. Asia can be roughly divided into seven subcontinents.
10. India, Japan and China are considered among the leading economic countries in Asia.
11. Singapore, Hong Kong and Tokyo are the three dominant financial centers.
12. Buddhism, Islam and Hinduism are the main religions of Asia.
13. More than 8527 km is the width of Asia.
14. Mount Everest is the highest mountain located in Asia.
15. The Dead Sea, which is located in Asia, is the lowest point above ground level.
16. Asia is considered the cradle of human civilization.
17. Asia has more than ten of the longest rivers.
18. Asia has a huge number of the highest mountains.
19. The shallow inland sea of the Indian Ocean is called the Persian Gulf.
20. 85% of the territory of Siberia is permafrost.
21. Tejen is the longest river in Asia.
22. On the Angara River there is the largest reservoir in the world.
23. Bamboo is the tallest plant on Earth.
24. The Indian rattan palm is the longest plant in the world.
25. Plants grow in the Indian mountains at the highest point in the world.
26. The two neighboring islands of Sumatra and Java have similar natural conditions.
27. People of Asian countries are not afraid to settle at the foot of active volcanoes.
28. The birthday of every Vietnamese is considered New Year.
29. New Year in Thailand is called Songkran.
30. In April, Thailand celebrates the New Year.
31. The largest shopping center is located in the Chinese city of Dongguan.
32. North Korea celebrates its version of Christmas.
33. December 27 is Constitution Day in Korea.
34. The territory of modern China can cover five time zones.
35. There is a sense of Chinese unity in the same time zone.
36. Excess weight is prohibited by Japanese law.
37. A third of the world's population is made up of India and China.
38. More than 500 years of Muslim traditions.
39. Eating only with your right hand is an exotic custom in India.
40. Children in China are named in honor of important events.
41. Analytical and individual thinking is more typical for residents of Eastern cultures.
42. Residents of Asian countries are susceptible to the collectivist-holistic direction.
43. Some Asian countries do not have separate designations for green and blue.
44. In Asian countries, various herbs and spices are worth their weight in gold.
45. A large garbage pit is located in the Pacific Ocean Square.
46. Residents of Asia can easily carry objects of different weights on their heads.
47. India's population is larger than South and North America.
48. It is in Asia that the largest city in the world will be located in the future.
49. Istanbul is the most unusual city in Asia.
50. The famous Bosphorus Bay crosses the Asian expanse.
51. Eastern women are distinguished by modesty and purity.
52. The cow is considered a sacred animal in most Asian countries.
53. Snake spelling is considered a fairly ancient profession.
54. The famous dish “sushi” originated in South Asia.
55. Uzbekistan ranks fourth in the world in terms of gold reserves.
56. The Asian country of Uzbekistan is one of the five world cotton producers.
57. The seventh place in the world is occupied by Asian countries in terms of the amount of uranium.
58. Asia is among the top ten countries in the world for copper production.
59. The Tashkent TV Tower is considered the largest television tower in Asia.
60. Almost all public transport in Tashkent consists of Mercedes buses.
61. Mirzachul melons are considered the most delicious in the world.
62. At night you can see the clear starry sky in Tashkent.
63. It is in Asia that you can find fresh and natural fruits.
64. India is considered the great Asian paradise.
65. Türkiye is famous for its unique combination of Western and Eastern traditions.
66. The Philippine Islands consist of more than 7,000 islands.
67. Today, Singapore is considered a developed city-state.
68. Indonesia is considered one of the most popular places in the world.
69. The goddess girl can be found in Nepal.
70. China is considered one of the most ancient civilizations.
71. South Korea is famous for its rich heritage and culture.
72. In industrial terms, Taiwan is considered the most industrialized country.
73. In “Nippon” the Japanese call their country.
74. Asia is considered the fastest growing continent.
75. The territory of South Asia is considered contrasting and unique.
76. Southeast Asia is considered the most densely populated part of the world.
77. More than 600 dialects can be found in Asian countries.
78. Tourists consider Nepal to be the kingdom of spirits and mystics.
79. The country of monks is Myanmar.
80. The best resort in Asia is Thailand.
81. The island of Bali will delight guests with exotic nature and optimal climate.
82. You can observe the life of orangutans on Sepilok Island.
83. The Komodo dragon lives on Komodo Island.
84. The largest marine aquarium in Singapore.
85. Tropical forests and mountains occupy the largest part of Asia.
86. The continent of love and romance is considered to be Asia.
87. The Philippines is the only Christian country.
88. Vietnam has the cheapest diving in the world.
89. Malaysia is a great place for servers.
90. The most muddy and thermal springs in Sri Lanka.
91. The beaches of Bali are considered the best for surfing.
92. The islands of Sumatra, Taiwan and Borneo are the most populated islands in Asia.
93. The largest river in the world passes through Asia.
94. One of the best minerals in the world is found in Asia.
95. When part of Asia was considered under the control of the USSR.
96. The Silk Road once passed through the former part of Asia.
97. There is a rare endangered species of tigers in Asia.
98. There are more than a hundred exotic species of pandas in Asia.
99. The peoples of Asia were once ruled by the Taliban.
100. Japan is considered the most developed country in Asia.
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