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This is a great, confusing, fascinating, crammed, funny country, full of contradictions - not least of which is the mix of ultra high technology with ancient traditions. The food is superb, varied and not necessarily expensive. Traditional hotels are relatively cheap and interesting. Domestic travel systems are superb. Japan is a place of ancient gods and customs, but is also the cutting edge of cool modernity. High-speed trains whisk you from one end of the country to another with frightening punctuality. Japan also combines the most traditional of societies with the most modern of techniques. Technology lovers will love Japan, being the heart of all technological development, tourists greatly enjoy the diversity of shopping in Japan. In Tokyo the districts of Roppongi, Akihabara, and Shinjuku all offer all you could dream of in this respect. Honshu is the main island. Most of the big cities are here and if you have just two weeks, you can limit your trip to just this island. The city of Kyoto is a must see. Hokkaido in the north is good for outdoor activities as well as partying. Sapporo is the beer capital of Japan and home to the world famous Ice Sculpture Festival. Shikoku is the smallest of the main islands, and lesser known to travelers. Kyushu is the southernmost of the four large islands. The main sight on the island is Nagasaki, once the only city foreigners were allowed to visit in Japan - and only the Dutch and the Chinese. More recently it was the site where the biggest of the two nuclear bombs was dropped in WWII. Fukuoka City (often referred to as Hakata) is like a laid-back version of Tokyo and famous for its many ramen stalls...
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Top Destinations: Asia Travel InformationEntrance Fees In Tourists Places in US$I. Entrance Fees In Tourists Places (Rangoon) in US$ 1. Shwedagon Pagoda $5 2. National Museum $5 3. People's Park $3 4. Gem Museum $5 5. Ngar Htut Kyi Pagoda $2 6. Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsCity - Mandalay: Second capital after Rangoon, has world’s largest stone book situated in the compound of the 'Kuthodaw Pagoda' where Buddhist scriptures are inscribed on 729 stone slabs. The delicate tapestry works, stone sculpture, the time-honored art of gold leaf home industry is definitely worth a visit. Bagan is known as General Information For Tourists - II20. Religion The majority of the people of Myanmar are Buddhist although Christianity, Islam and Hinduism are also practiced. 21. Telecommunications Telephones & fax facilities are available in most hotels in Yangon and Mandalay but charges are quite expensive. E mail facilities are now available at many hotels and local businesses in Yangon General Information About Hong KongHong Kong has very close counter with its parent Nation that is China, its is precariously perched on the side of China, Hong Kong is a curious anomaly. With unofficial blessing of the largest Communist country in the world Hong Kong is energetic paragon of the virtues of capitalism. Hong General Information For Tourists - I11. Climate & Weather Myanmar has three seasons. 1. Cool Season - October through February with average temperatures 20-24 C, 2. Hot Season - March through May with average temperatures 30-35 C, 3. Wet Season - June through September with average temperatures 25-30 C. The ideal time to visit Myanmar is Visa Information For TouristsMost visitors to Hong Kong still don't need a visa. The exception is for blacklisted countries, many of which (ironically) have or had communist regimes: Hong Kong has always made it difficult for nationals from such countries to enter its borders, and despite the return of Hong Kong to the Shopping Attraction In Hong KongHong Kong, as a free port, showcases commodities from all over the world without tariff and usually accompanied by seasonal sales. This long known Shopping Paradise sates every taste and budget. I. Hot Areas Shopping areas are roughly divided into Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. The highlights are Central, North Point, Admiralty Getting Around Hong KongSight seeing in Hong Kong is made easy for the visitors through variety of public transportation which can be termed as life line of Hong Kong Tourism. 1. Taxi Color coded taxis operate in different districts of Hong Kong. Fare, depending on districts, starts from HKD12 to 15 for the first two Nightlife of Hong KongHong Kong provides a vibrant nightlife. Do not fight the temptation to join the party. Things to do: take a luxury night cruise over Victoria Harbor; visit pubs, bars, night clubs; or stroll in the bubbling streets with the locals. Don't just sit back and watch. I. Night Tour Do you fancy Myanmar Tourist Guides — AttractionsI. City - Rangoon: Rangoon, the capital of Myanmar is the host for some of the world’s mind-blowing wonders, like the: 1. Shwedagon Pagoda: Rudyard Kipling termed it as the .Golden Wonder.. It looks beautiful during sunset as the last rays fall on the soft golden dome, making it glitter. The great Asia NewsAyala Corp. lists Asias 1st hybrid preferred sharesAyala Corp. lists Asias 1st hybrid preferred shares Hybrid preferred shares of Ayala Corp., one of the countrys largest conglomerates, will be the first publicly offered local currency hybrid capital in Asia. The shares, which will be listed in the stock market today, are expected to raise P5.8 billion. The Good gains in Latin America, AsiaGood gains in Latin America, Asia Latin American bonds and Asian equities will give the highest returns in 2006, while US treasury yields are likely to decline, according to Deutsche Bank. ''Treasury bills will still be a good investment choice, but investment in [other] assets will enhance returns on one's portfolio,'' Pearce Survives Wobbles At Asia OpenPearce Survives Wobbles At Asia Open New Zealands Mahal Pearce has won a share of fifth place on the European Golf Tour in the Asian Open in Shanghai, but it could have been so much better. Pearce fired a final round 71 ending up five-under for the tournament, and tied for Cancel deal with Asia EnergyCancel deal with Asia Energy Environmental groups at a rally in the city yesterday demanded immediate cancellation of the Phulbari Coal Project contract signed with the Asia Energy Corporation (AEC). Terming the contract against the interest of the country, they said extraction of coal in open-pit system will cause damage to the Japans East Asia FTA proposal put on holdJapans East Asia FTA proposal put on hold JAPANS proposal for an East Asia Free Trade Area (EAFTA) will have to take a back seat for now. The Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean) priority at the moment is to conclude individual FTAs with each of its dialogue partners - China, Japan Asia Pacific airlines should cut fuel surcharges on passengers - CAPAAsia Pacific airlines should cut fuel surcharges on passengers - CAPA SINGAPORE (AFX) - The Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) warned that airlines should consider cutting their fuel surcharges on passenger tickets in the face of slowing travel demand and amid concerns over bird flu. CAPA executive chairman Peter Harbison The falling dollar sets a test for Asia and EuropeThe falling dollar sets a test for Asia and Europe RECENT statements by the Group of Seven (G-7) industrial nations and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) underscore the growing pressure to reduce the massive US international deficit. Doing so will require both a higher national saving rate in the United WHO confirms bird flu deaths outside East AsiaWHO confirms bird flu deaths outside East Asia Teenage siblings who died of bird flu in Turkey were the first humans outside East Asia to succumb to the deadly H5N1 strain that has apparently been spread by migratory birds, the U.N. health agency said Saturday. A British lab confirmed Saturday that Asia Society plans Hong Kong centerAsia Society plans Hong Kong center In an effort to increase its activities worldwide, the Asia Society will announce a major repositioning of the organization that will involve more than $100 million in new projects, including a $52 million center in Hong Kong designed by Tod Williams and Billie Tsien Pan Asia fund fails to excite investorsPan Asia fund fails to excite investors The Pan Asia Bond Index Fund, the first exchange-traded bond fund in Asia, has generated scant interest from investors in the past year, despite its heavyweight backers, namely the Asian Development Bank and the regions central banks. According to the funds manager, State Street Global |
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