Posts Tagged ‘Asia’
Mini Guide to India
India is the second most populous country in the world and the seventh largest by area. It was home to the Indus Valley Civilization, which was part of the Old World. Due to previous ruling empires, India is a cosmopolitan mix of ethnicities and religions. It’s now one of the fastest growing economies, but it’s still struggling with poverty, corruption, and pollution.
Read MoreInteresting Facts about PyeongChang
PyeongChang comes front-and-center as the host site for the 2018 Winter Olympics and 2018 Winter Paralympics this year. The South Korean city is one of the smallest to host an Olympics to date, but it presents those athletes attending and fans convening with a chance to see a very unique Asian landscape.
Read MoreTop 14 Unexplored Areas in Asia
For backpackers and travelers, there have been literal volumes written about the prospect of a destination in Asia that remains untouched by hordes of tourists. Many people who travel frequently in Asia are tired of going back to the same places only to find that they’ve been taken over by beer-swilling tourists.
Read MoreCute Little Towns That Ooze Charm
It’s common for inexperienced travelers to visit popular cities and capitals as these places are used to tourists, easy to get to, and offer a diverse number of attractions. However, little do they know that off-the-beaten-track small towns are the real gems.
Read MoreCultured Palate: Dishes from India
Indian cuisine, consequently, varies widely depending on the region, but in general, their dishes are full of intense flavors, fiery spices, and the freshest vegetables that can be found. There are plenty of Indian meat dishes, but on the whole, due to the variety of religious strictures present in the country, the focus is primarily on vegetarian dishes.
Read More16 Countries You Wouldn’t Expect Your Fruits/Vegetables to Come From
Nowadays, with better communication and transportation, the world is more globalized with international services and products available in any major city. So, next time you’re about to eat something, take a look at your plate and try to imagine where all the food comes from. Very rarely are you going to find a meal which is completely local!
Read MoreWeirdest Ceremonies from Other Cultures
When we get older, it seems like anything that we didn’t grow up with is weird, not just different. It might make us uncomfortable when we first learn about new things, and some people even find that trying foods that they didn’t grow up with is a big deal.
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