Top 10 Underrated Places in Asia You Need to Visit
Top 10 Underrated Places in Asia You Need to Visit
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It looks like your bucket list just got a little bit longer. Welcome to MojoTravels, and today we’ll be counting down our picks for the Top 10 Underrated Places in Asia You Need to Visit.
For this list, we’ll be taking a look at the most relatively underappreciated places throughout Asia that travelers would be wise to add to their must-visit lists in the coming years.
#10: Busan, South Korea
#9: Pai, Thailand
#8: Luang Prabang, Laos
#7: Palawan, Philippines
#6: Bagan, Myanmar
#5: Koh Rong, Cambodia
#4: Gansu, China
#3, #2, #1 . . . ??
Traveling in Central Asia: Impressions, Experiences and Tips (w/ Timecodes)
In this video I'm talking about my impressions and experiences that I've made while in Central Asia. Here I visited Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan a tiny bit of Kyrgyzstan. For me Central Asia was quite new and turned out to be an amazing and diverse place. If you're about to visit these countries I also a few tips to make your journey even more awesome.
Topics:
00:00 Intro
01:24 1. Travel Itinerary
02:10 2.1. Visa
03:52 2.2. Bordercrossing
04:32 3. Impressions and Experiences (People, Communication, Food, Religion, Landscape, Safety, Scams, Money & Budget)
09:34 4. Accommodation & Transportation
11:56 5. Tips & Stuff
13:44 6. Conclusion
14:05 Outro
If you're wondering why you should visit Central Asia, then check out this Best of I've made:
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Georg
Introducing Central Asia
Start exploring Central Asia with Lonely Planet’s video guide to getting around, when to go and the top things to do while you're there. For more travel tips, head to
MIR's Silk Road Tour: Journey Through Central Asia
Central Asia is home to the old Silk Road, with its great trade routes linking Europe and China for more than 2,000 years. Join one of MIR's most popular tours, Journey Through Central Asia: The Five 'Stans ( a modern-day caravan on an epic journey to five of Central Asia's exotic countries – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.
These five 'Stans are laced together with traces of the old Silk Road, conduits for the silks and spices that gave the world much of its brilliance and flavor, as well as ideas, art, architecture and spiritual beliefs.
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1:44 Skip to: Kazakhstan
2:38 Skip to: Kyrgyzstan
3:53 Skip to: Uzbekistan
4:42 Skip to: Tajikistan
5:06 Skip to: Uzbekistan
7:56 Skip to: Turkmenistan
• Explore Central Asia in MIR's in-depth story filled with exotic, colorful photos: Silk Road Tour Spotlight: Journey Through Central Asia –
• Learn more about MIR's small group tours and handcrafted, private journeys to Central Asia – (
• For detailed information on each of these Central Asian countries:
Kazakhstan – (
Kyrgyzstan – (
Tajikistan – (
Uzbekistan – (
Turkmenistan – (
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PHOTO AND VIDEO CREDITS
Video script, creation and voiceover: Helen Holter
Photos: Christina Z. Anderson, Michel Behar, James Carnehan, Russ & Ellen Cmolik, Donna Collins, Jamshid Fayzullaev; Richard Fejfar, Ana Filonov, Lindsay Fincher, Jered Gorman, Douglas Grimes, Peter Guttman, Helen Holter, Dilshod Karimov, Martin Klimenta, Charles Lawrence, Andrew Mills, David Parker, Abdu Samadov, Ann Schneider, Kevin Testa, Bill Thornton, Vladimir Ushakov, Ji Wensheng
Video narrator and creator: Helen Holter
Video: Marina Karptsova, Jamshid Fayzullaev, David Parker, Abdu Samadov, Kevin Testa
Video thumbnail: Lindsay Fincher
Music: Karakalpak Musicians of Nukus; Khalfi Family of Khiva; Urda Bass Troupe of Almaty
VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION (HIGHLIGHTS)
00:00 – INTRO
More than 2,000 years ago, the great trade routes that linked Europe and China opened Central Asia to foreign cultures, customs and religions. MIR's iconic tour, Journey Through Central Asia: The Five 'Stans, is a modern-day caravan on an epic Silk Road journey to five of these exotic countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.
01:44 – KAZAKHSTAN
Kazakhstan is the largest and richest of the five 'Stans. We visit the country's former capital, Almaty, known as the Capital of Apples; Zenkov Cathedral; as well as a falcon farm for an up-close look at these beautiful birds used in hunting.
02:38 – KYRGYZSTAN
Mountainous, unspoiled Kyrgyzstan is Central Asia's best-kept secret. We visit Lake Issyk-kul; learn about horses and traditional horse games; visit Burana Tower; and in the country's capital, Bishkek, we listen to a portion of the famous poem, Epic of Manus – with nearly half-a-million verses.
04:42 – TAJIKISTAN
Tajikistan is a country infused with the influence of Persia, Islam, and Russia. We visit the 2,000-year-old city of Khujand; in this old Silk Road town we explore the colorful covered Panjshanbe Bazaar.
05:06 – UZBEKISTAN
Some of the most famous UNESCO-listed Silk Road sights are in Uzbekistan. We visit Osh and Rishtan in Fergana Valley; explore the country's capital, Tashkent; wander through Samarkand, known as the Crossroad of Cultures with Registan Square's blue-tiled mosaics, mosques, and madrassahs; and see Shakhrisabze, birthplace of Tamerlane the Conqueror. Bukhara was an oasis in the desert for Silk Road camel caravans long ago, and still is for modern travelers today. In Khiva, the Old Town called Ichon Qala looks much as it did centuries ago, while Nukus is known for its once-banned avant-garde Soviet art at the Savitsky Museum.
07:56 – TURKMENISTAN
Turkmenistan is a country of tribal culture and camels as well as modern cities and transportation. We visit three UNESCO-listed sites: Khorezm's Kunya Urgench and Kutlug-Timur Minaret, Merv, and the 2,000-year-old city of Nisa. The tour ends in Turkmenistan's capital of Ashgabat, filled with white marble buildings, as well as a nearby visit to an Akhal-Teke horse-breeding farm.
10 Best Places To Visit In Southeast Asia
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10 Best Places To Visit In Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia offers a vast variety of options for travelers who are looking for destinations that are rich in culture and history. The diverse and unique traditions of these destinations, their scenic beauty and wildlife and their present lifestyle, everything has its own flavor. So, have a look, take your pick, pack your bags, and oh, don’t forget to take your camera!
1. Si Phan Don, Laos
2. Siem Reap, Cambodia
3. Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
4. Chiang Mai, Thailand
5. Bali, Indonesia
6. Bohol, Philippines
7. Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8. Singapore
9. Komodo, Indonesia
10. Yangon, Myanmar
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Tashkent sights (Uzbekistan, Central Asia).
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Tashkent, as it befits the capital of Uzbekistan, is grand and diverse.
Tashkent sights are various. Most of the historical and architectural monuments of the city are located in its Old Town area where evident history stays in harmony with modernity. The city's Oriental bazaars, just like centuries ago, attract visitors with the abundance of juicy fruit and vegetables, delightful aroma of hot flat loaves of bread and samsa pasties... The Oriental bazaar is notable for making anyone visiting it never go back without a purchase.
There are always a lot of cultural events taking place in Tashkent. The city has a large number of theatres, museums, restaurants, nightclubs, and hotels. In hot summers you can easily find a cooling place at a fountain, a shelter in one of the many parks or... in Tashkent metro, which is acknowledged one of the most beautiful in the world.
It will take longer than just a day to see all Tashkent sights, so this short film will help you, taking you on an excursion around the city.
Top 7 Countries in Asia!
Asia has been my home since 2013, when I moved to South Korea to teach English. Over the last 5 years, I've lived in Vietnam, the Philippines and currently Thailand -- and I've been to almost every country on the beautiful continent of Asia.
Each culture in Asia is very unique -- from religions to traditions, nature, history, cuisines and rituals -- and it provides endless opportunities to learn and discover. But above anything else, THE PEOPLE of Asia are the most hospitable and welcoming as they come.
Admittedly, it has been very hard to choose only 7 of my favorite Asian countries to feature in this video (because I truly love every place for a different reason) -- but when it all comes down to it, these would be my 7 favorite countries on this amazing place called Asia!
THE PHILIPPINES SOUTH KOREA, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM, NEPAL, INDONESIA, JAPAN
What would be your top 7 in Asia? Why? Please comment below and let's get the discussion started!
PS - I kept this video limited to East/South/Southeast Asian countries. While the Middle East and West/Central Asia are technically Asian countries, I consider them very culturally different. Iran and Tajikstan would be on this list if it was all of Asia!
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10 Best Places to Visit in Vietnam - Travel Video
A long, narrow country squeezed in between the South China Sea and the Laos and Cambodia borders, Vietnam is a land of striking landscapes. Ranging from the lush rice terraces and forested mountains in the north to the picturesque valleys of the Central Highlands and the fertile delta and beautiful beaches of the south. Included in the mix are booming cities, colonial towns, traditional villages and otherworldly islands. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in Vietnam.
10 Best Destinations in Vietnam That You Should Visit
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10 Best Destinations in Vietnam That You Should Visit.
If you are looking for a country which has both natural and cultural beauty, then Vietnam would be an affordable place. With 3400 km of beautiful coastline along with the enormous mountains in the west, Vietnam can undoubtedly please any preference. The culture and nature in Vietnam change dramatically from North to South, which would always give you fresh vibes. If you still confused regarding which place you should stop, check out these 10 best destinations in Vietnam.
Sa Pa
Ha Noi
Ha Long
Quang Binh
Hue
Da Nang
Hoi An
Nha Trang
Da Lat
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Travel Guide | The Five Best Mountain Lakes to Visit in Central Asia | TRACKS
Are you travelling to Central Asia or just curious about remote parts of the world, where few tourists set their feet? We have compiled a list of the most beautiful and greatest mountain lakes and their surrounding environment.
From the series Lakes on the Roof of the World.
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