Okayama Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūgoku region of Honshu Island. As of October 1, 2025, Okayama Prefecture had a population of 1,815,165. Okayama is the prefectural capital and largest city, along with other major cities such as Kurashiki, Tsuyama, and Sōja.
Shah-i-Zinda is a necropolis located in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. It is one of the most significant and impressive architectural ensembles in Central Asia and is considered to be a masterpiece of Islamic art and architecture. The name "Shah-i-Zinda" means "the living king" in Persian, and it refers to the belief that Kusam ibn Abbas, a cousin of the Prophet Muhammad, is buried there.
Samarkand is a city in southeastern Uzbekistan and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia, known for its mosques and mausoleums. Samarkand is the capital of the Samarkand region. The city lies on the Silk Road, the ancient trade route connecting China with the Mediterranean. With a population of 551,700 in 2021, it is the third largest city in Uzbekistan.
The Shah Rukn-e-Alam Mausoleum is the mausoleum of the 14th-century Punjabi Sufi saint, Shah Rukn-e-Alam, located in Multan, Punjab, Pakistan. The temple is considered the earliest example of Tughluq architecture and one of the most impressive temples in the Indian subcontinent. The mausoleum sits atop the fort, overlooking the entire city.
Mount Sakurajima is one of Japan's most active volcanoes and a symbol of Kagoshima Island. It continuously spews smoke and frequently experiences small eruptions several times a day. Located in Kagoshima Bay, Sakurajima is the most prominent geographical feature of the area, with a height of 1117 meters and a circumference of approximately 50 km.
Delhi, officially the Delhi National Capital Territory, is a megacity and federal territory of India, encompassing New Delhi, the capital of India. The city stretches along the Yamuna River, but primarily extends westward, or beyond the right bank of the river. Its estimated population in 2024 was 21,588,000.
Noida Mor, Pandav Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, 110092, India
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Akshardham Temple, officially known as the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, is a grand Hindu temple complex located in Delhi, the capital city of India. It is one of the largest and most intricately designed Hindu temples in the world. The temple is dedicated to Bhagwan Swaminarayan and showcases a blend of traditional Indian architectural styles.
Quwatul Islam Mosque, Seth Sarai, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030, India
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The Qutb Minar complex is a historical site located in Delhi, India. It is renowned for its architectural and cultural significance, and it is one of the most prominent examples of early Indo-Islamic architecture. The Qutb Minar is the main structure in the complex. It is a towering minaret that stands at a height of 73 meters (240 feet).
Lotus Temple Rd, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Bahapur, New Delhi, Delhi 110019, India
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The Lotus Temple, also known as the Bahai House of Worship, is a prominent landmark located in New Delhi, India. It is a beautiful temple shaped like a lotus flower, with 27 petals made of white marble. The temple is open to people of all religions, and visitors can come to meditate, pray or simply admire the beautiful architecture.
Jama Masjid is a mosque located in the heart of Delhi's Old City, India. It is one of the largest mosques in India and was built between 1650 and 1656 during the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. This mosque is an architectural masterpiece, with a large courtyard that can accommodate up to 25,000 worshippers. The mosque has three gates, four minarets, and two minarets that are 40 meters high.
New Delhi is the capital city of India. It is located in the northern part of India, in the Delhi National Capital Territory. It is bordered by the state of Haryana on three sides and by Uttar Pradesh to the east. Its population was 249,998 in 2021.
The Red Fort, also known as Lal Qila, is a historic fort located in Old Delhi, India. It is one of the most iconic landmarks in the country and holds significant historical and cultural importance. Chhatta Chowk is a covered bazaar located inside the fort complex. It used to be a market where royal artisans and traders would sell their goods to the imperial household.
Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib is one of the most revered Sikh shrines in New Delhi, Delhi, India, and holds immense historical and religious significance. Located in the bustling area of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi, it stands as a symbol of Sikh martyrdom and faith.
South Penghu National Park is a Taiwanese national park located in the southern part of the Penghu archipelago. This national park encompasses Dongjiyu, Xijiyu, Dongyupingyu, Xiyupingyu islands, other islets, and the surrounding waters. It is an important ecotourism destination, featuring a mysterious underwater lavender forest. The underwater coral reefs, covered in purple hues, are visible from the shore, creating a magical scene.
Kumbhalgarh, also known as the Great Wall of India, is a fort located in the Aravalli Mountains in western Kumbhalgarh, India. This impregnable fort is protected by the majestic Aravalli Mountains. The fort was built in the 15th century by Rana Kumbha. The Kumbhalgarh Wall is one of the longest continuous walls in the world, stretching 36 kilometers.
1-10 Otemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051, Japan
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The Atomic Bomb Dome, also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, is an iconic structure located in Hiroshima, Japan. It serves as a powerful reminder of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II and commemorates the victims of the bomb, as well as symbolizing the importance of peace and nuclear disarmament.
Itsukushima, also known as Miyajima, is a small island located in the Seto Inland Sea of Japan, near the city of Hiroshima. It is renowned for its iconic Itsukushima Shrine, which is famous for its floating torii gate and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Mount Misen is a sacred mountain on the sacred island of Itsukushima, located in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan. At 500 meters above sea level, Mount Misen is the highest peak on Miyajima Island. On clear days, it offers spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea and, further afield, the city of Hiroshima. Several Buddhist structures are also located near the summit.
Hiroshima, the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan, holds immense historical significance as the first city to be hit by an atomic bomb during World War II. The city had an estimated population of 1,199,391 in 2019.
1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588, Japan
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Itsukushima Shrine is a Shinto shrine on Itsukushima Island (commonly known as Miyajima), most famous for its "floating" torii gate on the outskirts of the shrine, the sacred peaks of Mount Misen, the vast forests and the sea views. It can be reached from the mainland by ferry at Miyajimaguchi Station.
1955-3 Kasedatakahashi, Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima 897-1123, Japan
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The Bansei Tokko Peace Museum is a war museum in Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima Prefecture. Opened in 1993, the museum commemorates 201 pilots from Bansei Air Base who perished in a Kamikaze suicide attack during the final months of the Pacific War. A memorial service is held in front of the museum's monument every April.
Kagoshima is the capital of Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. As of July 31, 2024, the city had an estimated population of 583,966 in 285,992 households. The Shiroyama Observatory is famous for its stunning views: the majestic Sakurajima volcano in Kinko Bay and the city of Kagoshima. Its spectacular nighttime scenery is also highly renowned.
Tawang Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is the largest monastery in the country. The monastery is situated in the Tawang Chu Valley, near the border between China and Bhutan. The monastery is three stories high and is surrounded by a 925-foot (282 m) long wall.
Arunachal Pradesh is a state in northeastern India. Its highest elevation (Kangto) is 7,090 m (23,260 ft) and its lowest elevation (Brahmaputra River) is 44 m (144 ft). According to the 2011 census, Arunachal Pradesh had a population of 1,383,727. Itanagar is the state capital and largest city.
Nestled among the trees of the Unawatuna rainforest and visible from across the water from the historic Galle Fort in Galle Bay is “Sama Ceitya,” one of four Japanese peace temples found in Sri Lanka. The temple serves as a symbol of peace for Sri Lanka, a predominantly Buddhist country, but its graceful, rounded design aims to represent harmony among people of all social classes.
Saga Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyushu. Saga Prefecture has a population of approximately 780,000 and an area of 2,439 km² (942 sq mi). The prefectural capital is Saga City. Saga has long been famous for its pottery products such as Imari-yaki, Arita-yaki, and Karatsu-yaki.
Karakorum (also spelled Karakorum or Kharkhorin) is a historic city located in the Orkhon Valley in central Mongolia. The city was founded in the 13th century by the legendary Mongol ruler Genghis Khan, and later became the capital of the Mongol Empire between 1235 and 1260 under his grandson, Ögedei Khan.
Lake Zaysan is a freshwater lake located in Tarbagatay District, East Kazakhstan. It is the largest lake in the region. The lake usually freezes over from early November to the end of April, but it still has a large fish population. The lake lies in a valley surrounded by three mountain ranges: Altai, Tarbagatai, and Kalbinsky, 60 km from China.
Yakushima is one of the subtropical islands of the Ōsumi archipelago, located off the southern coast of Kyushu and part of Kagoshima Prefecture. The island is covered in a vast cedar forest, home to some of Japan's oldest trees. Trees over 1,000 years old are affectionately called yakusugi, with the oldest possibly over 7,000 years old.
Kagoshima Prefecture encompasses the southernmost part of Kyushu and the northern half of the Nansei Shoto Islands, stretching from Kyushu to Taiwan. As of February 1, 2025, Kagoshima Prefecture had a population of 1,527,019. Kagoshima is the prefectural capital and largest city, along with other major cities such as Kirishima, Kanoya, and Satsumasendai.
Sunset Peak, also known as Tai Songshan, is the third highest mountain in Hong Kong and the second highest on Lantau Island. Located within South Lantau National Park and North Lantau National Park, it rises 869 meters (2,851 ft) above Hong Kong's median sea level.
Lake Balkhash is a true gem of Kazakhstan, recognized as the largest inland body of water in the country and the second largest inland basin in the world, after the Caspian Sea. This unique lake is distinguished by its striking contrast: the western part is filled with freshwater, while the eastern part is predominantly saltwater with a characteristic sea taste.
Road Highway, Becharaji, Modhera, Gujarat 384412, India
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The Modhera Sun Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the sun god Surya located in Modhera village in Mehsana district, Gujarat, India. The temple sits on the banks of the Pushpavati River and was built after 1026-1027 CE during the reign of Bhima I of the Chaulukya dynasty.
Fu Shan is a small hill in Hong Kong. Located on Lantau Island, north of Tai O Island, the hill rises 75 meters above sea level. It is famous for its hillside trail, which allows visitors to observe the endangered Chinese white dolphin leaping out of the water and admire the stunning views of the Tai O fishing village and the Pearl River estuary.
Shirakawa-gō is a village located in Ōno District, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It is best known for Shirakawa-gō, a small traditional village showcasing the gasshō-zukuri architectural style, with some buildings over 250 years old. The village's estimated population was 1,630 in 2019.
137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
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The National Museum of Korea has evolved alongside the modern history of the Republic of Korea. From its early days at Seokjojeon Hall in Deoksugung Palace in the 1960s, to the National Folk Museum building in the 1970s, then to the former Japanese Government House in the 1980s, and finally to the National Palace Museum building in the early 2000s, the museum has become a beloved landmark and a true symbol of Korean history and culture.
Pidurangala Rock is a 200-meter-high rock formation located near Sigiriya in Sri Lanka, famous for its stunning panoramic views of the Sigiriya rock fortress. From the summit, you can admire an unobstructed view of Sigiriya, the surrounding forests and hills – often said to be even more beautiful than Sigiriya itself.
Mount Hakodate is a 334-meter-high, tree-covered mountain at the southernmost tip of the peninsula, where much of downtown Hakodate is located. Especially on clear days and nights, the views from the mountain are spectacular and are ranked among the top three most beautiful night views in Japan, along with Mount Inasa in Nagasaki and Mount Rokko in Kobe.
Tashkent Road, 140101, Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
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Madrasah Tillya Kori School is a historic Islamic educational institution located in the Samarkand region of Uzbekistan. Built in the 17th century during the rule of the Emirate of Bukhara, the school served as a religious school and Islamic academic center. It is one of the notable architectural and cultural landmarks of Samarkand, a city renowned for its rich history and Islamic heritage.
Mount Omuro is a 580 m (1,900 ft) high ash cone volcano located within the Izu-Tobu volcanic complex in Itō, Shizuoka, Japan. A tradition of burning the mountain annually in early spring has been practiced for over 700 years on its isolated summit, resulting in its often lush foliage and making it a symbol of Itō.
Chennai, also known as Madras, is the capital and largest city of Tamil Nadu, India's southernmost state. The city is situated on the Coromandel coast of the Bay of Bengal. Its population was 6,748,026 in 2011. Chennai is a city of contrasts, where ancient temples stand majestically amidst skyscrapers and traditional dances coexist with contemporary art.
Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570004, India
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Mysuru Palace is a historical palace and a royal residence. It is located in Mysuru, Karnataka, India. Constructed in Indo-Saracenic style, the magnificent Mysuru Palace also known as Amba Vilas is the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysuru.
Kaltaminor is a memorial minaret in Khiva. It is located in front of the Muhammad Amin Khan madrasa school and is sometimes considered part of the school. The Kaltaminor, built by Muhammad Amin Bahadur Khan, the khan of the Khiva Khanate, is the largest and tallest minaret in the Islamic world.
Mohenjo-daro is an archaeological site in the Larkana district of Sindh province, Pakistan. Built around 2500 BC, it was one of the largest settlements of the ancient Indus Valley civilization and one of the earliest major cities in the world, contemporary with the ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamia, Minoan Crete, and Norte Chico civilizations.
Balaganapathy Nagar, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613001, India
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Built by Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century and standing majestically in the heart of Thanjavur, the magnificent Brihadeeswara Temple represents the pinnacle of Chola dynasty architectural artistry. The temple's spire reaches a height of 216 feet (approximately 99 meters), making it one of the tallest spires in the world.
Tamil Nadu is the southernmost state of India. It is home to the Tamil people, who speak Tamil – the state's official language and the first language to be recognized as a classical language in India. Its capital and largest city is Chennai. The state's population was 72,147,030 in 2011.
No. 2, Houwan Rd, Checheng Township, Pingtung County, Taiwan 944
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The National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium is Taiwan's most prominent marine biology museum and research institute, located in Checheng Township, Pingtung County, Taiwan. The aquarium contains over 2,200,000 US gallons (8,300,000 liters) of water and houses more than 17,000 specimens representing over 750 species.
No. 909-3號, Wenhua Rd, West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 60029
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i-WOOD Village is a charming little forest where the scent of hinoki wood lingers in your memory. A day begins with the Alishan Forest Railway theme, followed by interactive stations, DIY woodworking activities, and a sacred prayer tree – all of which can fill an entire day. Adults feel nostalgic, children have fun, and you can even take home a personalized wooden souvenir.
Donglong St, Donggang Township, Pingtung County, Taiwan
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The temple dedicated to the god Wen Wang Yan is located on Zhongzheng Road in Donggang Township. The Donggang King's Boat Festival, held every three years, is famous throughout Taiwan. Additionally, the enormous, ornate archway in front of the main entrance of Donglong Temple, made of pure gold leaf, is incredibly magnificent and spectacular.
Kailasha Temple is the largest Hindu temple carved into the rock in the Ellora Caves complex in Sambhaji Nagar district, Maharashtra state, India. Built on a cliff face, this structure is considered one of the most remarkable cave temples in the world due to its size, architecture, and unique sculptural techniques.
