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8 Asian Countries You Can Visit For Your Next Vacation

byParth Shahanand
1st March 2016
2 minute read

The world is endless. Even though it seems it is less so because of only seven continents, it holds unexplored treasures and hidden universes. Asia, the planet’s biggest continent, stands testimony to that thought. With a mixed bowl of cultures, people, beliefs, and places, Asia covers almost 9% of the planet’s entire surface area.

So when you next plan a vacation, you’ll find many breathtaking places to go closer to home as well. We bring you the best from eight countries in Asia and how you can make the most of your vacations there.

1. Jordan

Jordan | Image source
Jordan | Image source
Amman Citadel | Image source
Amman Citadel | Image source
King Abdullah I Mosque | Image source
King Abdullah I Mosque | Image source

Where to visit: Amman Citadel, Petra, Roman Theatre, Royal Automobile Museum, King Abdullah I Mosque, Temple of Artemis.
Budget: Around ₹4000 per day

 

2. Nepal

Nepal | Image source
Nepal | Image source
Phewa Lake | Image source
Phewa Lake | Image source
Kopan Monastery | Image source
Kopan Monastery | Image source

Where to visit: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Pashupatinath Temple, Phewa Lake, Kopan Monastery, International Mountain Museum.
Budget: Around ₹2000 per day

 

3. Myanmar

Myanmar | Image source
Myanmar | Image source
Pindaya Caves | Image source
Pindaya Caves | Image source
Yangon Zoological Gardens| Image source
Yangon Zoological Gardens| Image source

Where to visit: Myanmar Gems Museum, Shwedagon Pagoda, Inya Lake, Mandalay Hill, Pindaya Caves, Yangon Zoological Gardens.
Budget: Around ₹7000 per day

 

4. Israel

Israel | Image source
Israel | Image source
Tower of David | Image source
Tower of David | Image source
Dolphin Reef | Image source
Dolphin Reef | Image source

Where to visit: Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Tower of David, Mount of Olives, Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, Dolphin Reef.
Budget: Around ₹6000 per day

 

5. Bhutan

Bhutan | Image source
Bhutan | Image source
Tiger's Nest | Image source
Tiger’s Nest | Image source
Punakha Suspension Bridge | Image source
Punakha Suspension Bridge | Image source

Where to visit: Tiger’s Nest, Taktsang Palphug Monastery, Dochula Pass, National Museum, Punakha Suspension Bridge.
Budget: Around ₹3000 per day

 

6. Cambodia

Cambodia | Image source
Cambodia | Image source
Angkor Wat | Image source
Angkor Wat | Image source
Ta Prohm Temple | Image source
Ta Prohm Temple | Image source

Where to visit: Angkor Wat temple complex, Royal Palace, Independence Monument, Tonle Bati, Ta Prohm, Angkor Archaeological Park.
Budget: Around ₹3000 per day

 

7. Philippines

Philippines | Image source
Philippines | Image source
Chocolate Hills | Image source
Chocolate Hills | Image source
Batad Rice Terraces | Image source
Batad Rice Terraces | Image source

Where to visit: Chocolate hills, Rizal Park, San Augustin Church, Mayon Volcano, Kayangan Lake, White Beach, Batad Rice Terraces.
Budget: Around ₹5000 per day

 

8. Istanbul

Istanbul | Image source
Istanbul | Image source
Hagia Sophia | Image source
Hagia Sophia | Image source
Cappadocia | Image source
Cappadocia | Image source

Where to visit: Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Straight, Cappadocia Balloon Tours, Blue Mosque.
Budget: Around ₹6000 per day

So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and fly! The continent is your oyster, as of now! 😛

What places have you been to in Asia?
Tell us in the comments.

Note: The budgets include are estimates and are NOT INCLUSIVE of air fares.

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