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Bangladesh, Travel Information, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). It is a country in southern Asia with India and Myanmar as its neighbours. This Bengal region has a mixed heritage of Buddhist, Hindu, and Muslim cultures. The Sundarbans are the largest mangrove forest in the world. It is situated about 300km southwest of the capital, Dhaka. The mangrove forests stretch about 85km into the mainland. Bangladesh is known for the famous Royal Bengal tiger, leopards, asiatic elephants, langurs, gibbons and black...
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Philippines, Island Resort, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). Its history is a mix of European, Asian, and American influences. Manila is a prospering sea port and is a destination for all South East Asia bound cruises. It is a major stop over as well as tourist area for yachters and sailing crews. Dinagyang, Ati Atihan, Sinulog, and Panagbenga are some of the hundreds of festivals celebrated on the different islands. Tourists are welcome to join the fests, fiestas and celebrations of the locals.
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Indonesia, Island Resort, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). Bahasa Indonesia is the official language and English and Dutch is also widely spoken. The country’s name comes from the Latin word ‘Indus’ and means India , and the Greek ‘nesos’ which means island . 60 percent of the country is under forest cover. Jakarta is a bustling city and you can find and Indian corner, a Chinese corner and other such communities. There are ferry and boat services to the cities nearby. Bali and Bunaken are gre...
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Jakarta, Travel Guide, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). Jakarta is the capital city of the Republic of Indonesia. Indonesia has over 300 ethnic groups that speak about 200 different languages. This variety is marked in the capital city too. The people’s cultural, linguistic, and religious traditions can be seen here. The city is located on the northwestern coast of the Java Island on the Jakarta Bay. It stands at the mouth of the Ciliwung River.
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Macau, Travel Macau, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). The Macau Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China is also known as Macao or Macau. It is situated on the southern Chinese coast to the west side of the Pearl River Delta. The South China Sea is to its east and south. It is about 140 kms from the Chinese city of Guangzhou and 70 km from Hong Kong.
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Myanmar, Tour Packages, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). Officially known as the Union of Myanmar, it is the largest country in Southeast Asia in terms of area. China, Thailand, Bangladesh, Laos, India are its neighbours. The Bay of Bengal is to Myanmar’s southwest. Myanmar has a coastline of over 1,100 miles. The coast runs from its Bangladesh border to Thailand in the Malay Peninsula. The Shwedagon Pagoda dominates the city of Yangon. There are many markets and shopping streets selling handic...
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Brunei, Travel Information, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). Brunei is located on the northwest part of the island of Borneo. It is bordered by the South China Sea to the north and on all the other sides by Sarawak, the Malaysian State. About 70 per cent of Brunei is covered by rainforests. Muara Beach, Meragang Beach, and Serasa Beach have facilities for sea swimming, kayaking, sailing and surfing. Louisa Reef has underwater cliffs, coral reefs and it's a great spot for diving and snorkelling....
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Japan, Travel Information, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). Largest cities of Japan are Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nagasaki, Osaka, Tokyo, and Yokohama. There are parks, museums, theme parks, Japanese style inns in Tokyo where tourists can stay along with Japanese families learning about their lifestyles, customs and take part in fests. Sumo is Japan’s national sport. Japan is also famous for its martial arts like karate, judo, and kendo.
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Hong Kong, Travel Information, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). The Repulse Beach is the most impressive beach in Hong Kong. It has a lot of visitors who enjoy water sports. Golden Beach, located in the New Territories, is the first artificial beach in Hong Kong which has a hotel, a volleyball court and a shopping mall. For those who enjoy the Opera, the Chinese Opera which uses music, Chinese legends and folk stories and drama is a must-see. You should also see the Lion dance and the Dragon dance.
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China, Travel Guide, Asia Islands
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FAIL (the browser should render some flash content, not this). The terracotta museum covers an area of 14,000sq.m. It is a unique site and has about 6,000 life-size terracotta warriors and horses. It is a must visit spot for all tourists. This 2200 year-old monument was part of the Tomb of Qinshihuang, and was accidentally discovered by local farmers.