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6 Hidden UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Asia That Whisper History, Not Hype
Forget the usual suspects. From India's sunken stepwells to Japan's misty mountain trails, these hidden UNESCO sites across Asia reveal the continents quieter, more soulful side. A guide for those who prefer stories over crowds.
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Where India Lands In The List Of The Best Countries In The World
The shift in travel style is redefining the world's top destinations. Countries that are a mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage and modern comfort are current favourites.
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Japan's "Divine Gift" Sake Recognised As UNESCO's Cultural Heritage
Producers hope this will boost interest in the traditional drink worldwide amid its waning popularity back home, with youngsters preferring imported wine, domestic beer or whiskey.
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17-Year-Old Canadian Tourist Accused Of Defacing A 1,200-Year-Old Temple In Japan
The teenager is reported to have written the word ''Julian'', scratching the name into the 8th-century woodwork using his bare hands.
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Internet Is Amazed By This Old Image Of A Japanese Beach
In a post shared by a photographer named Hisa on Instagram, one can see snow, sand, and sea meet each other at the very same place.
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No Visitors Allowed On Japan's Men-Only UNESCO Island
Visitors will not be allowed to set foot on a men-only UNESCO World Heritage island in Japan from next year, an official said Saturday. The tiny landmass of Okinoshima, where women are banned and male visitors must bathe naked in the sea before visiting its shrine, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site last week
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No Girls Allowed: Japan's Men-Only Island Gets UNESCO Nod
A men-only island in Japan where women are banned and male visitors must bathe naked in the sea before visiting its shrine, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site
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Japan Withholds Annual Dues To UNESCO
Japan has withheld its annual UNESCO dues, saying it wants to make sure the UN body properly functions to foster trust among member nations.
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The Destinations You'll Want to Visit in 2016
With the new year on the horizon, a slew of travel magazines and industry experts have been gazing into their crystal balls to predict the buzziest destinations of 2016.
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Japan, China Must Move on From 'Excessive Focus' on Past: Shinzo Abe
Japan's premier today said his country's relationship with China must move away from an "excessive focus" on the past during a meeting with a top Beijing envoy.
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6 Hidden UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Asia That Whisper History, Not Hype
Forget the usual suspects. From India's sunken stepwells to Japan's misty mountain trails, these hidden UNESCO sites across Asia reveal the continents quieter, more soulful side. A guide for those who prefer stories over crowds.
-
Where India Lands In The List Of The Best Countries In The World
The shift in travel style is redefining the world's top destinations. Countries that are a mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage and modern comfort are current favourites.
-
Japan's "Divine Gift" Sake Recognised As UNESCO's Cultural Heritage
Producers hope this will boost interest in the traditional drink worldwide amid its waning popularity back home, with youngsters preferring imported wine, domestic beer or whiskey.
-
17-Year-Old Canadian Tourist Accused Of Defacing A 1,200-Year-Old Temple In Japan
The teenager is reported to have written the word ''Julian'', scratching the name into the 8th-century woodwork using his bare hands.
-
Internet Is Amazed By This Old Image Of A Japanese Beach
In a post shared by a photographer named Hisa on Instagram, one can see snow, sand, and sea meet each other at the very same place.
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No Visitors Allowed On Japan's Men-Only UNESCO Island
Visitors will not be allowed to set foot on a men-only UNESCO World Heritage island in Japan from next year, an official said Saturday. The tiny landmass of Okinoshima, where women are banned and male visitors must bathe naked in the sea before visiting its shrine, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site last week
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No Girls Allowed: Japan's Men-Only Island Gets UNESCO Nod
A men-only island in Japan where women are banned and male visitors must bathe naked in the sea before visiting its shrine, has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site
-
Japan Withholds Annual Dues To UNESCO
Japan has withheld its annual UNESCO dues, saying it wants to make sure the UN body properly functions to foster trust among member nations.
-
The Destinations You'll Want to Visit in 2016
With the new year on the horizon, a slew of travel magazines and industry experts have been gazing into their crystal balls to predict the buzziest destinations of 2016.
-
Japan, China Must Move on From 'Excessive Focus' on Past: Shinzo Abe
Japan's premier today said his country's relationship with China must move away from an "excessive focus" on the past during a meeting with a top Beijing envoy.
