The most beautiful sights of Asia
The best of Sights of Asia
Asia is a continent amazingly rich in monuments. Over the ages, many great empires, cultures and religions have been replaced. Come and see the most beautiful monuments of the largest continent in the world.
Angkor Wat
The largest religious complex of the world
The most significant monument of Southeast Asia is undoubtedly the extensive complex of Angkor Wat. He even got on the Cambodian flag. Few people who visited Cambodia were not here. continue reading
Potala Palce
The most famous monument in Tibet
Potala Palace is the unmistakable symbol of Tibet in the capital of Lhasa. It is also a monastery and the former palace of the Dalai Lama. This huge building has 13 floors and includes monumental tombstones of the Dalai Lamas continue reading
Taj Mahal
Symbol of India
The Taj Mahal is the most famous building of India. It is a monumental tomb located in Agra. The Taj Mahal among to the so-called new wonders of the world continue reading
Great Wall of China
长城
Like a dragon's back the mythical Great Wall of China towers across the landscape of northern China. This largest defensive structure of the world was built against wild Mongolian tribes and was to protect the vast Chinese Empire. continue reading
The Rock City of Petra
Not only impressive rock tombs
The original point of this beautiful rock town was to build burial ground hidden in the mountains – there are so many rock royal tombs. In addition, you can also find here Roman sights. The most famous place in Petra is the tomb – Treasury continue reading
Palcho Gompa
Gorgeous Monastery in Gyantse
Palcho Gompa is a beautiful monastery located on the outskirts of Gyantse. The Kumbum is the largest stupa in Tibet. In addition, it is set in a beautiful location over the scenic valley of the Nyang Chu River. continue reading
Amer Palace
Monumental building near Jaipur
Amer (sometimes written as Amber) is not only a city, but also a monumental palace and above it a rising fortress. It is one of Rajasthan's most significant monuments in India continue reading
Borobudur
The largest Buddhist temple in the world
Borobudur is the most significant monument of Indonesia and the largest Buddhist temple in the world. It's actually a huge multi-storied stupa continue reading
Badshahi mosque
The most beautiful mughal mosque
One of the greatest jewels of the Mughal era is the Badshahi mosque, which you can visit in Lahore's old part in Punjab, Pakistan. In addition to being so beautiful, is one the world's largest mosques (over 300 years even the largest in the world). The mosque area is 160 × 160 meters and can take up to 95,000 believers continue reading
Registan Square
Center of Samarkand
The center of ancient Samarkand is Registan Square. The square is surrounded by three beautiful madrasas: Ulugh Beg Madrasah, Tilya-Kori Madrasah and Sher-Dor Madrasah. continue reading
Gerasa - Jerash
Beautiful ancient city in Jordan
At the time of its greatest glory, Gerasa was one of the most important cities in the Middle East. Although the earthquake has strongly affected it, yet you still can still admire the remnants of beautiful ancient buildings continue reading
Cave temples of Dambulla
Thousands of Buddhas in a rock temple
Cave temples in Dambulle are among the largest of its kind in Sri Lanka. You will find thousands of different Buddhas, beautifully painted walls of caves. An amazing experience with an interesting atmosphere. continue reading
Chongsheng Temple
Temple of three pagodas
Chongseng Temple (2 150m above sea level) is a truly monumental pavilion. The length is almost two kilometers long. It is built in a beautiful location between the Cangshan mountain ridge and the giant Er Hai Lake just off Dali. The most famous part of this complex is three pagodas. In the temple you will find gigantic gilded statues and dozens of buildings. continue reading
Imam's mosque
The most beautiful mosque in Iran
The most beautiful building in Esfahan and the largest dominant of the vast Imam Square is the Imam Mosque (originally Shah). Very beautiful is the entrance with two high minarets. The entrance to the mosque is only very opportune for tourists and for a limited time continue reading
Humayun's tomb
The most beautiful tomb in Delhi
The most beautiful buildings in Delhi is the monumental Humayun's tomb. Outside, you will find two more smaller tombs in the surrounding pleasant gardens continue reading
Hagia Sofia
The former largest cathedral of the world
Hagia Sofia – The Temple of God's Wisdom was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly a thousand years. It was rebuilt to a mosque and then to a museum. It is one of the most important sacral monuments in the world. You can find it in the center of Istanbul continue reading
Golden Temple
The centerpiece of the world for Sikhs
The Golden Temple in Amritsar is the most sacred building for the Sikh religion. It is located at the west end of India near Pakistan continue reading
Wat Phra Kaew
Thai holiest Thai temple
Wat Phra Kaew is located in the heart of Bangkok, in the area of the Great Royal Palace. In its essence, it is a splendid royal „chapel“. It is considered as the most sacred temple throughout Thailand. continue reading
Jama Masjid
The most important mosque in India
One of the most beautiful Mughal era mosques is located right in the center of historic Delhi. It is Jama Mosque (Friday). It is one of the city's most significant monuments. continue reading
Shwedagon Pagoda
Golden Pagoda
The Shwedagon Pagoda is known under the very apt name of the Golden Pagoda. It is truly adorned with true gold and diamonds. It is the most sacred building of Myanmar just a short distance from Rangoon. It has been building and improving for centuries. It is considered that is the most beautiful pagoda in the world continue reading
Kok Gumbaz Mosque
The most famous building in Bukhara
Kok Gumbaz Mosque is one of the most famous monuments in the famous city in Silk Road – Buchara. Right next to is the famous Kaylan minaret. continue reading
The Dome of the Rock
The most remarkable monument of Jerusalem
The Dome of the Rock is a Muslim sanctuary located on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. It is the third most sacred Muslim site and the most important monument in Jerusalem continue reading
Ishak Pasha Palace
Beautiful palace at the end of Turkey
At the very eastern end of Turkey, just a few kilometers from Iran, the well-preserved Ottoman Palace Ishak Pasha lies in the foothills of the volcanic mountains. Next to Mount Ararat, this is the largest attraction in the wider area of Doğubayazıt. Its surroundings are a favorite picnic area for local people. continue reading
Ani
The former capital of Armenia
Directly on the Turkish-Armenian border lies the ruins of the former mighty capital of the Armenian kingdom Bagratuni. At the time of its greatest fame, it competed with its significance with the largest cities of the Middle East. The river canyons were protected town from three sides and mighty walls the fourth. The city was practically impregnable, and until the great earthquake in 1319 and its alignment with the earth was so prosperous. There are now the ruins of ancient churches continue reading
Terracotta Army (兵馬俑)
More than eight thousand statues, more than eight
The Terracotta Army was created by the Emperor Qin as part of his posthumous mausoleum. Chin had reached the throne at the age of thirteen and never wanted to give up. He did not hesitate to imprison his mother, to bury his adversary alive, to destroy all the writings that contained what he did not agree with. On the other hand, he succeeded in uniting China during the reign, building the first sections of the Great Wall of China, unifying the currency and writing. continue reading
Mogao Caves
Caves of the Thousand Buddhas
Mogao Caves served as a religious and cultural center on a Silk Road, just a few miles away from the Dunhuang oasis. The rock massif contains hundreds of caves with beautiful Buddha carved into the rock. The interiors of the caves are extraordinarily dyed. Thanks to its uniqueness, it is under the patronage of Unesco continue reading
Thiksey Gompa Monastery
The most famous monastery in Ladakh
Ladakh is renowned for its beautiful Buddhist monasteries. Probably the most well-known and the most visited of them is in Thiksey. On the one hand, it looks like a small Potala, and there is also a huge statue of Buddha. In addition, the views from the roof top to the Indu Valley are breathtaking continue reading
Hawa Mahal Palace
The jewel in Jaipur
Hawa Mahal Palace is one of India's most famous buildings. You will find it in the „Pink City“ of Jaipur, the capital of the desert state of Rajasthan. The palace itself was exhibited for women from royal families. continue reading
Erdene Zuu Monastery
One of the most important monuments of Mongolia
The Buddhist Erdene Zuu Monastery (probably the oldest in Mongolia) was founded at the end of the 16th century by the Khan Abatai at the site of the former Chinghish settlement town of Karakorum (Kharkhorin). Inside the square (400 × 400 m) square, surrounded by a massive wall, today there are several functioning temples. continue reading
Boudhanath stupa
The Most Holy Buddhist Temple in Kathmandu
One of the most interesting places in the entire Kathmandu Basin is the Boudhanath Stupa. Stupa is located in the center of a small square, adjacent to a beautiful Buddhist monastery. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere behind the melody of monotonous Buddhist music. continue reading
