Asia is distant and diverse – China and India offer impressive impressions with their mega-metropolises. Thailand, on the other hand, shines with its dream beaches. Discover the diversity of Asia.
West of the huge Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta, on the border with Bangladesh, lies the Calcutta conurbation in India. In the actual city center, where just 12,000 people lived 300 years ago, today 4.5 million inhabitants are crowded into a very small space. Busy streets with colorful flower markets, colonial buildings of the former British Empire, slums without water...
Many people don’t even know where Armenia is. But the small country in the Caucasus is full of myths and legends. A real insider tip for nature lovers. Armenia’s history is long and eventful, and the country is also home to an incredible variety of different landscapes and treasures from the past. The state is more unknown than it should be, because the...
The capital of China can look back on a 3000-year history. Beijing, as Beijing is now increasingly called in Germany, is a metropolis of superlatives. With more than 21 million inhabitants, it is among the top 10 largest cities in the world. Traditional temple complexes, impressive garden architecture and a large number of world cultural sites attract several million...
Hanoi is not only one of many cities in Vietnam (and with a total population of over 90 million, there are plenty of cities, many even with their own airports), no, Hanoi is so much more than that. Hanoi may be much smaller than Ho Chi Minh City (also known as Saigon), but it is much more culturally significant. It is the capital of the country, which is still ruled...
Alanya is a charming coastal district in the Turkish province of Antalya and a popular destination for German tourists. The place, which was called Pamphylia and Cilicia in ancient times, offers many recreational opportunities: swim in the bay where Cleopatra once swam, explore the ancient ruins and relax in the first-class hotels. Surrounded by the Toros Mountains...
An island where more cats than people live? Fans of the soft four-legged friends will certainly not forget their visit to Aoshima, a small island in Japan, in a hurry. Cats as a cultural symbol It is well known that cats have a great status in Japanese culture. In Japanese mythology, there is a god of cats, called Nekogami, and last but not least, the waving cat...
With its magnificent landscape, its beautiful beaches and its colourful underwater world, the island of Koh Tao is an ideal holiday destination. The small island belongs to Thailand. The small island, also called Ko Tao, can be found in the Gulf of Thailand. It is located about 45 kilometers from Ko Pha-ngan off the Siamese southeast coast and is part of the province...
Taipei, the vibrant capital of Taiwan, occupies a prominent position in the country. It is the economic, political and cultural centre of the country. Over 2.4 million people live in the city, which was founded in the early 18th century by Chinese immigrants in the north of the island. Taipei inspires with a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity and has retained...
Japan – a country full of fascinating culture, breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled cuisine. For many travelers, Japanese cuisine is the highlight of the trip. But what do you do if you have already tasted the typical menu and drink menus during your first stay and are looking for new culinary adventures? Then this guide is perfect for planning your next...
In the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula lies the state of Oman, which is known for its breathtakingly beautiful nature and culture. The country’s approximately five million inhabitants, who live mainly in the cities of Oman, are considered hospitable. Oman impresses with its long coastline, which runs along the Indian Ocean, the Gulf of Oman and part of the...