Bewitching Bardhaman
Enchanting and tranquil is the sanctuary Bardhaman, a district in India lined with ornate temples and grant façades. Here nature and architecture exist in harmony, the perfect getaway for the weary metropolitan.
Reflections: Voyages of Discovery
From Marco Polo, Vasco Da Gama to Zheng He, explorers have traversed the globe in search of discovery and adventure. Asian Geographic traces their journeys...
Travel Mongolia: Traditional Customs
The diverse terrain of Mongolia has wrought a unique culture born of the steppe, desert and city— we delve into some practices that have been given UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status.
The World’s Largest Camel Fair is Seeing its Last Days
For the Rabari people in Rajasthan, camel trading is a way of life. Attending the Pushkar Camel Fair – the largest of its kind in the world – offers a window into this unique desert culture.
Astrotourism Takes Off In Asia
The coming decade could see astrotourism skyrocket as regional nights outshine those in exotic locales
Top 5 Places to Visit In Penang
By Timothy Tye
What’s so special about Penang? It’s a question I often ask myself, when I see foreigners coming to buy properties here, or...
Unveiling Salekhard
Salekhard, far from an empty grass steppe, is a flourishing city where tradition and modernity meet. Proudly the only city located within the polar circle, Salekhard beckons to where frigid winds calm in warm hospitality.
The Makings of an Icon – A showcase of Asian portraits
By Steve McCurry/Magnum Photos
For the rest of this article (Asian Geographic No.122 Issue 6 /2016 ) and other stories, check out our past issues here or download...