Asia's 100 hottest things to do, see and eat right now

By Ute Junker and Traveller Writers
Updated December 12 2016 - 11:19am, first published 10:57am
Something special: The bird's nest pool at Phuket's whimsical Keemala resort.
Something special: The bird's nest pool at Phuket's whimsical Keemala resort.
Uma Paro.
Uma Paro.
Anantara Golden Triangle.
Anantara Golden Triangle.
Rock climbers and tourists on Railay beach, one of the most popular rock climbing locations in Asia.  Photo: iStock
Rock climbers and tourists on Railay beach, one of the most popular rock climbing locations in Asia. Photo: iStock
The Chingay Parade in Singapore ranked as largest street festival in Asia.  Photo: iStock
The Chingay Parade in Singapore ranked as largest street festival in Asia. Photo: iStock
Kuthodaw Pagoda contains the worlds biggest book, Mandalay. Photo: iStock
Kuthodaw Pagoda contains the worlds biggest book, Mandalay. Photo: iStock

Odd, isn't it, how many people think of Australia as being a long way from anywhere, when in fact we have arguably the best backyard in the world. Asia lies at our doorstep, a continent filled with beauty, adventure, and history. From the snow-capped Himalayan peaks to verdant tropical jungles, from supercharged cities to tranquil villages surrounded by rice paddies, Asia has so many enticing attractions that it's hard to know where to start.

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