10 Wonderful Cities to Visit in Asia, Including Bali
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VIVA – Asia is known for many amazing things, and you’ll see many travelers spawning around the continent to see some of the lovely place for visit. Home to millions of people who speak unique languages and showcase rich cultures and religious beliefs, Asia’s many cities are delightfully different from one other. There really is somewhere for every type of traveler to enjoy.
Here are 10 wonderful cities that you must visit:
1. Â Kyoto, Japan
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It is a famous city in Japan in the Kansai region and also the capital of Kyoto Prefecture. It is referred to as the most beautiful city in Asia as well as Japan. The city has a mesmerizing mountainous scenic backdrop and houses more than 4,000 historical structures, shrines, temples, with gorgeous ancient landscapes and street patterns.
This is a city of cultural treasures, with over a dozen World Heritage Sites. It's a trip back to ancient Japan, a destination for history and culture, to see elegant geishas performing the tea ceremony, and gardens of cherry blossoms. But it's also a modern city, although you'll likely want to spend more time walking through the cobbled lanes and wooden townhouses of the Higashiyama district, with its large concentration of sights.
2. Bali, Indonesia
Bali, Indonesia
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The beautiful Indonesia archipelago is home to some of the stunning beaches, towering Volcano peaks, gorgeous temples, breathtaking scenic beauty, and dreamy beach stays to engage in water adventure activities like diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. On top of this, there are also villas in Bali with affordable prices for those who want to experience island life at its best!
Some of its famous attractions are – Mount Batur, Pura Tanah Lot temple, Uluwatu Temple, Ubud Monkey Forest, Tegallalang, and Jatiluwih Rice terrace, Nusa Islands, Kuta beach, Sekumpul Waterfall, Sideman valley and many more.
3. Â Phuket, Thailand
Phuket, Thailand
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Phuket is Thailand's largest island, and arguably the most famous. Blue waters, sandy beaches, spicy Thai cuisine, and excellent snorkeling and diving are all part of the appeal. Arriving from all over the world, travelers flock to Phuket for relaxation and adventure, and the island rates as one of the most popular destinations in Thailand.
Phuket is also famous for many unique festivals, such as the Ghost Festival held during the 7th Chinese lunar month dedicated to ancestor worship, there is also the release of lanterns into the sea to help guide lost souls. The Vegetarian Festival during the 9th month of Chinese New Year is another amazing celebration that, despite the name, is not about food but about extreme purification and testing, like walking on fire and hanging on hooks.
4. Â Hoi An, Vietnam
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The best city on the Asian continent is located in Hoi An, Vietnam. The old city is one of the oldest trading ports in Asia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As reported by planetware.com, Hoi An still retains much of its original architecture in the form of wooden frame buildings, colorful French colonial shutters and Chinese tiled roofs. Religious buildings, courtyards, and shophouses sit side by side in narrow alleyways throughout Ancient Town, the historical center of Hoi An.
Other destinations you can visit include the Museum of History and Culture (originally a Pagoda dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy, Guan Yin), a 17th-century Japanese covered bridge, and Tan Ky Old House, a well-preserved 18th-century merchant house.
5.  Xi’an, China
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Xi’an in the north of China actually has much, much more to it. Boasting more than 3,000 years of history, the city has a staggering array of archaeological and cultural sights for you to delve into.
Not only the capital of 13 different Chinese dynasties, it was also once the terminus of the Silk Road. As such, trade, wealth, and people from all different walks of life poured into the city, with each epoch and generation leaving its mark on Xi’an.
With incredible tombs and pagodas alongside Ming-era city walls and the magical Muslim Quarter, this marvelous city is a delight explore.
6. Â Seoul, Korea Selatan
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As quoted by tuoropia.com, seoul is home to almost half of South Korea’s population. As such, it bustles with life as people throng about its massive shopping malls and lively night markets.
While it appears to be very modern at first sight, pockets of historic sights remain here and there. Chang Deok-gung Palace, for instance, is definitely worth visiting, as are its numerous temples and brilliant museums. Nature, too, is never far away, as many magnificent mountains lie nearby in Namsan and Bukhansan national parks.
Famous for its cuisine, Seoul also boasts lots of excellent restaurants and street markets for you to try out. With culture, cuisine, history, and nature all on offer, South Korea’s capital has it all.
7. Agra, India
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Agra is home of the magnificent Taj Mahal, Agra is one of the top cities in India to visit.While in Agra, travellers can explore one of the New Wonders of the World (the aforementioned Taj Mahal), which is a mausoleum built in honour of Shah Jahan’s favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, which still holds her remains.
Besides its gorgeous white marble features, Agra is also home to lots of pretty temples, gardens, and tombs, with its fantastic fort being its other main highlight. In addition to this, many people combine their visit to Agra with a stop at Fatehpur Sikri – a walled city and imperial palace that lies nearby.
8. Â Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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This city was placed on many travel lists thanks to the Petronas Twin Towers, which were the world's tallest buildings for several years. But this is also a city of great restaurants due to a mix of cultures, of historic temples and markets, and even several parks outside the bustling center.
By touropia.com, a giant Zoom In Center is also on offering, as well as a thriving arts and cultural scene. Its multicultural make-up has also made Kuala Lumpur with its delicious street food.
9. Â Singapore
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The city-state of Singapore is a very compact, convenient, and cool place to visit. It is home to lots of skyscrapers, modern shopping malls, and bustling neighborhoods. There is a surprising amount of nature however, with the beautiful Botanic Gardens being particularly delightful to relax in.
Quoted from prettywildworld.com, some of the famous places are, Gardens by the Bay, Little India and Arab Street, Singapore Flyer, Universal Studios, Botanic Garden, Chinatown, Changi Museum, Changi Beach, Sentosa Island, Punggol Waterway Park, Clarke Quay and many more perfect locations.
10. Â Yerusalem
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Fought over, destroyed, and rebuilt numerous times over the millennia, Jerusalem really is unlike anywhere else on Earth. This is because it is home to some of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism’s holiest sites.
Within the Old City walls, you can find other buildings. Not only the Western Wall but also Dome of the Rock and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. History really is on show wherever you look, and its ancient streets teem with pilgrims who have come to pay their respects. Each of its quarters has its own unique identity, and getting lost in their warren-like streets is all part of what makes Jerusalem so magical.
While its many archaeological sites are captivating to visit, the city also has some brilliant art galleries and museums for you to enjoy. Divided between Israel and Palestine, Jerusalem certainly has lots of different and equally delightful sides to it.
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