Overview by Lonely Planet:: Asia is the largest and most populous continent or region, depending on the definition. It covers 8.7 percent of the Earth's total surface area, or 29.8 percent of its land area, and it contains more than 60 percent of the world's human... [read more]

Overview by Lonely Planet:: Shangri-la exists. Trek to the top of the world, or share a smile with a Buddhist monk; raft down a mountain gorge, or glimpse a living Hindu goddess - in Nepal adventure and culture go hand in hand. For a small territory, the Nepali landscape is... [read more]

Overview by Lonely Planet:: The Kingdom of Thailand draws more visitors than any other country in southeast Asia with it's irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous ancient kingdoms. Few countries are so well endowed. [read more]

Overview by Lonely Planet:: Whether you end up taking photos of a reproduction Eiffel Tower, surfing an indoor wave, musing in a Zen temple, shacking up in a love hotel or kipping down in a capsule, you'll do best to come with an open mind and be prepared to... [read more]

Overview by Lonely Planet:: India will sideswipe you with its size, clamor, and diversity - but if you enjoy delving into convoluted cosmologies and thrive on sensory overload, then it is one of the most intricate and rewarding dramas unfolding on earth, and you'll quickly develop an abiding passion for... [read more]

Overview by Lonely Planet:: China isn't a country - it's a different world. Unless you have a couple of years and unlimited patience, it's best to follow a loose itinerary here, such as following the Silk Road, sailing down the Yangzi River, or exploring the Dr Seuss landscape... [read more]