With the tallest mountain peak in the world, the Mount Everest in its embrace, this region of Asia has India – the largest country in this region with a population of over one billion people. Known for its diverse cultures, the countries in this part of Asia offer numerous architectural marvels and heritage sites. The Countries in this region are India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bhutan.
Situated in South Asia, India is a country with deep cultural roots and a rich heritage. A great country for budget travel, India is popular for its forts and palaces. You can visit India to find yourself through yoga, to lose yourself in the mountains of Himalayas, to be mesmerised by the ancient temples. The crowded bazaars, blaring traffic, filmy music, the colour, the noise and not to forget, the chaos will leave you all amazed and overwhelmed. Explore!!
This Carbon Neutral country, Bhutan, is simple yet mesmerizing land which somehow manages to touch your soul and balm it with peace. The salubrious climate, the breathtaking views, and the majestic monasteries is the simplest way to describe the beauty of Bhutan. Explore!!
Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka is an island country lying in the Indian Ocean and separated from peninsular India by the Palk Strait. Colombo emerged as the main urban centre during British rule, and remains the executive and judicial capital of Sri Lanka, whereas Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, a Colombo suburb, is the legislative capital. Sri Lanka Tourism takes you through a picturesque landscape of pristine beaches, irresistible food, ancient ruins and the warmth of the locals. The history, culture and natural beauty of Sri Lanka is irrefutably alluring. Explore!!
Nestled away in the lap of the Himalayas, Nepal is home to eight of the world’s tallest mountains – including Mount Everest – the world’s highest peak. From the soaring heights of the mountain peaks to its spiritual grandeur, Nepal has something for everyone. While Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha will not fail to swathe your senses in pure divinity, the Annapurna range will provide for an ultimate adrenalin rush. This breathtaking conservation area provides professional climbers and enthusiasts with an amazing opportunity to hike up to the gorgeous peaks. Another adventurous attraction is the Pokhra trekking tour that takes 25 days of travel. Famous for its stunning lakes and snowy mountain peaks, Pokhra is the third largest city of Nepal. Nagarkot, another popular attraction is famous for its panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayas. Glistering Himalayan peaks like the Everest, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langan, Choba Bhamre and Gaurisankar can be spotted from Nagarkot. Explore!!
The Maldives is a nation of islands in the Indian Ocean, that spans across the equator. The country’s unique geography mesmerizes the visitor. Reefs that offer bands of color, tiny jewel-like islands rimmed with the whitest of soft sand surrounded by the clearest shallow waters that one can imagine. Only 200 of the islands are inhabited, and a select few on each of the atolls are resorts and some of the islands are used for industry and agriculture. The beauty of the Maldives is not only above the water. The Maldives is home to about five percent of the planet’s reefs that comes with an explosion of color contributed by soft and hard corals that form them. The reefs are home to a thousand species of fish. Lured by the rich nutrients that flow in with the currents, large pelagic fishes such as manta rays and whale sharks also make the Maldives their home.