Asia Country Map
You will be fascinated by the traditions and idyllic landscapes of Asia …. A continent that has so many beauties to offer: wonderful temples, islands with beaches and breathtaking landscapes and warm and smiling people.
We present you the main attractions from every country and we help you find the best vacations and trips to Asia! You will certainly not regret by choosing your next Asia travel destination! Enjoy our advices about Asia backpacking and all inclusive Asia travel.
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When it comes to both area and people, Asia is the largest continent on Earth.
The United Nations counts 49 nations on the Asian continent as members. The eastern and northern hemispheres are home to the majority of Asian nations. More people reside in China than in Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, and Western Europe put together.
Largest Country: Russia by area, even though roughly 40% of the country belongs to the European continent. China is the largest country by population.
Largest City: Tokyo in Japan. This city has more inhabitants than Canada!
Smallest Country: Maldives.
Biggest Island: Borneo in South-East Asia
Interesting Facts about Asia:
- India is the country which produces the most mangoes in the world
- Japan has the longest life expectancy
- Asia accounts for 90% of the world’s rice consumption.
- Singapore has a building inspired by a Star Wars robot
- More than 30% of the cashew nut exports worldwide come from Vietnam.
- China only has one time zone
- Everyone in Vietnam has the same birthday
- Indonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world
- It has the largest mall in the world and it’s empty in Dongguan, China
- The Great Wall of China was built to keep the “barbarians” out
- Thailand has a giant water fight festival
- Valentine’s Day is observed differently in South Korea for single people.
- In Indonesia, there are more than 150 volcanoes.
- The world’s largest flower, the Rafflesia, is found in South East Asia.
- On the planet, Singapore, South Korea, and Japan have the highest average IQs.
- Thailand is the top exporter of orchids worldwide.
- There are 7,641 islands in the Philippines.
- Asia is home to 14 of the world’s tallest mountains.
- The festivities for Chinese New Year span fifteen whole days.
- In Thailand, there’s an annual celebration that honors monkeys alone.
- In China, ping pong is the most popular sport.
- In Cambodia, there has never been a McDonald’s.
- Many fascinating and uncommon creatures can be found in Asia, such as the king cobra, gigantic panda, Asian elephant, tiger, komodo dragon, and Bactrian camel.
- The world’s tallest peak, Mount Everest, and its lowest point, the Dead Sea, both located on the Asian continent.
- it is a myth that The Great Wall of China is visible from space.
