Explore Asia’s 5 most unique places this year

Have you visited Hạ Long Bay in Vietnam, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Taj Mahal in India and the Great Wall of China? So what’s next? There’s so much more! Asia is a magnificent continent that is completely filled with unique places.

Here are Asia’s 5 most unique places to travel this year

1. Malapascua, Philippines

There’s a reason Malapascua ranks first on our ranking of the region’s unique tourism destinations. It’s an excellent location for underwater activities and the only area in the world where you can dive with thresher sharks. Explore its beautiful beaches and make time to dine at some of the area’s best restaurants.

2. Haputale, Sri Lanka

Travel to the Sri Lankan town of Haputale. . It is filled with lush greenery and agriculture, such as roaring waterfalls and tea plantations. At the Dambatenne Tea Factory, you may wander around the tea fields and take a factory tour.

3. Mongolia

Mongolia is an adventurer’s paradise. Its landscapes are unique and incredibly diverse. They include snow-capped mountains, the Gobi Desert, towering sand dunes, red canyons, huge steppes and nature reserves.

4. Kuang Si Falls, Laos

Kuang Si Falls, a series of waterfalls with captivating blue water, is one of Southeast Asia’s most remarkable hidden gems. Take some stunning shots, swim in the lower falls, or trek to the top of the falls through the thick forest.

5. Yakushima Island, Japan

Located off the coast of Kagoshima Prefecture and Kyushu, this beautiful island is a true haven of nature. Some of the oldest trees in Japan can be found on this subtropical island; some of them are over 7,000 years old.