Continent – Asia
Asia is the largest continent in the world and a dream destination to travel for its diverse and incredible landscape, architecture, coastline, culture, people, wildlife, food, religious and historical significance.
Asia a major tourist attraction comprises of the eastern part of the Eurasian landmass, in the north is surrounded by the Arctic Ocean, on the east by the Pacific Ocean, in the south by the Indian Ocean and has a Suez Canal separating it from Africa. It is separated from Europe by the two huge water bodies; The Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea. The land border runs through the Ural Mountains and River, the Caspian Sea, and the Caucasus Mountains. This border or boundary passes through the states of Turkey, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan and Russia making them a part of both continents. Cyprus and Armenia are parts of Europe politically and culturally yet are in Asia geographically.
Russia is the largest country in Asia as it occupies 30% of the total continent and the smallest being the Maldives an archipelago of islands known for beach resorts and is a traveler’s paradise.
The most popular tourist destinations in Asia are China, closely followed by India, Turkey, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Dubai, and Malaysia.
This is one of my most explored continents so far. Still, there are many destinations to visit.
Which is your favorite destination from the continent Asia? Leave a reply in the comments section below.
List of Posts – Asia
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