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One for the Books

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Kathmandu’s majestic Kaiser Library, a treasure trove of rare and beautiful volumes in the heart of the city, is making a comeback following a heroic retrofitting effort.

Animal Magic

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Engaging with wildlife in ethically managed environments around Asia can provide therapeutic benefits such as stress reduction, and deepening connections with nature.

Under the Mountain

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Beneath the shadow of mighty Kanchenjunga lies Sikkim’s Dzongri trek—a lesser-known journey through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows that offers hikers a Himalayan experience without the crowds.

Magical Medicine

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Marooned off the far south of Kyushu, Yakushima is famous for its healing qualities and for offering an antidote to the maladies of modern life.

The Hidden Cham

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Scattered along Vietnam’s south-central coastline are reminders of the once-mighty Indochinese kingdom of Champa.

Reach for the Sky

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Ahead of monsoon season farmers in Thailand’s northeastern provinces swap crop tending for propellant mixtures as the annual Rocket Festival launches.

Queen of the South

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Kyushu offers charismatic cities, a wealth of spiritual intrigue, and some of Japan’s most heartbreakingly beautiful nature.