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Experience the energy of one of the largest cities in the world; a city where tradition meets the future with neon lights, robotics, arcades and skyscrapers sitting alongside ancient art and beautiful cherry blossom.

This wonderfully designed shopping complex is as great a place to wander or to sip coffee as it is to browse for the latest South Korean trends. 

Street markets and sparkling malls, parks, nightlife districts and museums await at this bustling boulevard, which is one of Thailand’s longest roads.

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.  

This Osaka neighborhood, with a name that translates to New World, is a historic entertainment district with cultural, shopping and gastronomic attractions. 

Tokyo’s historic “Candy Store Alley” is a great place to find some bargains and sample typically Japanese spices, seafood and dried foods.

This wonderfully designed shopping complex is as great a place to wander or to sip coffee as it is to browse for the latest South Korean trends. 

Experience a shopper’s paradise and symbol of downtown Osaka as you explore the bustling arcade where brightly colored storefronts display the latest fashion trends.

Discover an immaculate image of a revered Hindu god and watch mischievous troops of monkeys at this attractive centuries-old temple.

Experience fast-moving modern entertainment alongside peaceful temple gardens in Osaka, a city whose culture is rich with anime, fashion and comedy shows.

Discover the intriguing gems scattered around this vast body of water, from mythical dragons and tigers to a scenic wetland area.

A statue of a Hindu deity sits in the busiest part of the modern city, and receives offerings from millions of people each year.

The aesthetic of this Mughal garden will inspire with its artistic plant displays surrounding a tranquil natural spring. 

Visit an ancient walled city and learn about the history of opium and the myriad cultures in this varied region.

Spot interesting statues and artwork and relax amid pristine gardens at this serene temple, set within an attractive university campus.

Discover the intriguing gems scattered around this vast body of water, from mythical dragons and tigers to a scenic wetland area.

Learn about the catastrophic impact the atomic bomb had on Hiroshima through personal stories, scientific documentation and real footage at this museum dedicated to world peace.

More than just a rest stop for visitors exploring Yambaru, this landmark roadside visitor center has a market selling fresh local produce and freshly made meals.

Walk on a bridge that runs across the treetops and admire the rare and endangered plant species in these vast gardens.

Observe sadhus conducting rituals, pilgrims bathing in holy water and priests performing the enthralling Ganga aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River.