{"id":1720,"date":"2015-11-05T17:02:37","date_gmt":"2015-11-05T09:02:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/?p=1720"},"modified":"2025-08-19T00:27:09","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T16:27:09","slug":"4-best-asian-countries-to-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/4-best-asian-countries-to-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Asian Countries To Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Exotic Asia brings a world of discovery. In the north lie Russia and China, the largest countries in the continent, and home to a vast variety of people, destinations and cultures. Make your way to the south, and you&#8217;ll find tropical beauties such as India and Myanmar. When destination choices are aplenty, making a decision on where to travel to is no easy feat. If you&#8217;re trimming down your list, here&#8217;s four Asian countries not to be missed:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Inle-Lake-Myanmmar.jpg\" alt=\"Inle Lake Myanmmar\" class=\"wp-image-1749\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/4-best-asian-countries-to-visit\/#1_Myanmar\" >1. Myanmar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/4-best-asian-countries-to-visit\/#2_India\" >2. India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/4-best-asian-countries-to-visit\/#3_Indonesia\" >3. Indonesia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/4-best-asian-countries-to-visit\/#4_Sri_Lanka\" >4. Sri Lanka<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Myanmar\"><\/span>1. Myanmar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rich in culture and beauty, alluring <strong>Myanmar<\/strong> draws hordes of curious travellers keen on exploring her myriad attractions. One must certainly not miss out on stunning <strong>Bagan<\/strong>, the golden temple town with a picturesque landscape and plenty of warm, gentle smiles. Hot air ballooning is a must-do sightseeing activity here &#8211; what better way to enjoy captivating views over the entire town, than from an elevated position high above the clouds?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Culture buffs will be keen on embarking on an eye-opening trip to eastern <strong>Shan State<\/strong>. Make the town of <strong>Kengtung<\/strong> the base for your trip; its convenient location means that you can explore the Colonial hill stations, minority trails and spectacular walking trails with ease. Perhaps you&#8217;ll fancy making a visit to <strong>Inle Lake at Sagar<\/strong>; it is one of the loveliest places in the Shan State. Round out your unforgettable adventure with a stop at<strong>&nbsp;Yangon<\/strong>, a diverse city home to&nbsp;colonial architecture, modern buildings and striking Buddhist pagodas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/India-Udaiphur.jpg\" alt=\"India Udaipur\" class=\"wp-image-1752\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_India\"><\/span>2. India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India &#8211; a vibrant land of colours and cultures. Travellers new to this enthralling destination must not miss out on visting the renowned<strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tajmahal.gov.in\/\">Taj Mahal<\/a><\/strong>, one of the most popular travel attraction in the country. A trip here is a feast for the eyes; the&nbsp;sight of the&nbsp;majestic white domed marble structure and its ornamental gardens promises to be a breathtaking one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Die-hard romantics may want to step foot into <strong>Udaiphur<\/strong>, a place with a reputation for being the most romantic city in India. Discover the truth of this statement for yourself, as you traverse through a spellbinding city home to well-preserved mansions, lush gardens, exotic temples and glistening lakes. Vacation makers with a spiritual purpose will be keen on visiting <strong>Varanasi<\/strong>, a sacred city with a longstanding history. It is believed that anyone who dies in here will be freed from the cycle of reincarnation, and a bath&nbsp;in the <strong>Ganges River<\/strong> is said to cleanse away all sins. We recommend booking a stay in one of the&nbsp;accommodation option overlooking the Ganges River; these places&nbsp;offer an excellent spot for catching sight of the many fascinating rituals conducted by the riverside.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Borobudur-Temple-Complex.jpg\" alt=\"Borobudur Temple Complex\" class=\"wp-image-1750\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Indonesia\"><\/span>3. Indonesia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indonesian archipalego, made up of a whopping 17,508 islands, possesses a great many travel sites.&nbsp;Adventure seekers will be thrilled at the thought of making a trek up<strong> Ijen volcano<\/strong>. This demanding trek starts in the wee hours of the morning at 3 A.M., and the ascend up the steep slope is akin to&nbsp;a challenging climb up the rungs of a ladder. This, combined with the altitude, makes&nbsp;the climb&nbsp;a feat best attempted by travellers in tip-top shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Holidaymakers&nbsp;with a love for emerald landscapes must embark on a visit to the wondrous <strong>Green Canyon<\/strong> in West Java. You&#8217;ll set sight on a tranquil river fringed by dense greenery &#8211; a postcard perfect attraction that looks&nbsp;like a picture right out of the pages of the National Geographic magazine. Perhaps you&#8217;d like to add a trip to <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/592\">Borobudur Complex<\/a><\/strong> to your itinerary; the intricate structure, impressive Buddha statues and zen-like serenity of the complex makes a visit here a worthwhile one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re one of those who cannot decide between visiting the beaches, going on a nature walk or exploring mystical temples (you want &#8217;em all!), satisfy your wanderlust by flying in to paradisiacal <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/\">Bali<\/a><\/strong>. This dreamy island, home to golden beaches, eye-catching temples and emerald rice fields, is a true delight to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/blog.srilanka-villa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Sri-Lanka-Hill-Country.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Lanka Hill Country\" class=\"wp-image-1751\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>4. Sri Lanka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Who could miss out on the famous Pearl of the Orient? This teardrop shaped island has captivated the hearts of countless travellers with its multitudinous attractions and enchanting beauty. Venture to the south, and you&#8217;ll set sight on fine stretches of pristine shores and boundless blue seas. As you travel up northwards, make a stop by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/en\/find\/kandy-hill-country\">Kandy<\/a><\/strong>, the cultural capital of the country. Nature lovers will be tempted into lingering in the surrounding areas of the captial to explore the scenic <strong>Hill Country<\/strong>, or to embark on an adventurous trek up <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/sri-lanka-travel-guide-our-climb-up-adams-peak\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adam&#8217;s Peak<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and the <strong>Knuckles Mountain Range<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A visit to the cultural triangle is absolutely not to be missed; this is particularly for those with a thirst for discovering cultures and traditions. The dazzling\u00a0sights of ancient palaces and temple caves in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/bedazzled-in-dambulla-must-see-attractions-for-culture-buffs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dambulla<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/must-see-cultural-site-in-anuradhapura\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anuradhapura<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/sights-of-sigiriya-must-see-sites-for-culture-buffs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sigiriya<\/a><\/strong> and<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/7-cultural-wonders-of-polonnaruwa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Polonnaruwa<\/a><\/strong> will leave you bedazzled. If you&#8217;re an unordinary vacation maker keen on taking the path less travelled, make your way to the northern region of the island &#8211; there you&#8217;ll find a series of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/guide\/discovering-sri-lanka-5-off-the-beaten-path-cultural-sites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">off-the-beaten-path finds<\/a>, such as quirky <strong>Trincomalee<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>Dambana Veddha Village<\/strong> (home to the\u00a0indigenous people of Sri Lanka) and the divine coasts of <strong>Nilaveli<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">See our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.srilanka-villa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">villas in Sri Lanka<\/a><\/strong>. 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