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Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, feed wild monkeys and explore World Heritage-listed temples and shrines in this historically rich Japanese city.

Experience a colorful prism of ancient culture, breathtaking Himalayan and tropical landscapes, impressive architecture and festivals in this South Asian country.

Embark on an elephant safari, trek through a large national park and see rare animals at this popular resort town in southwest India.

Experience a colorful prism of ancient culture, breathtaking Himalayan and tropical landscapes, impressive architecture and festivals in this South Asian country.

Join a jeep safari in search of the Bengal tiger, visit an ancient fort and marvel at a natural landscape of lotus-filled lakes and forest-covered valleys.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

This 16th-century emperor’s garden tomb, commissioned nine years after the ruler’s death, is an early example of red sandstone and marble Mughal architecture.

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.  

Embark on an elephant safari, trek through a large national park and see rare animals at this popular resort town in southwest India.

Explore a 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple complex and attend a fire ritual performed in honor of an important Buddhist deity.

From the peak of Monkey Mountain to the shores of Cijin island, Taiwan’s Harbour Capital offers scenic waterfront views, bustling night markets and cultural gems.

Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors.

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

One of Xiamen\'s most important Buddhist temples, this complex is home to fine artwork and lovely natural scenery. 

Explore a 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple complex and attend a fire ritual performed in honor of an important Buddhist deity.

Find ancient ruins, modern cities, forested mountains and unspoiled beaches in the heart of Southeast Asia. Discover a country that thrills nature and culture lovers alike. 

This Southeast Asian gem features stunning layers of history and culture, from ancient Khmer temples to wild jungles, traditional villages and bustling cities.

From the top of the tower at these hilltop gardens, find superlative views of Qingdao’s major sights and attractive bays.

With picturesque blossom gardens and a golden hall considered a national treasure, this temple is a historic monument devoted to bliss and tranquility.

Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.