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Revelationary Road

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Few routes are as drenched in charisma as the Silk Road. China’s portion of the legendary ancient trading route is home to some of the world’s most astounding Buddhist sites.

Kaleidoscope of Cultures

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Kaili and its surroundings are the best spots to experience Guizhou’s tapestry of minority groups. Here are a few choice spots to immerse in the ethnic color of the southern province.

Games without Frontiers

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After a decade, the World Nomad Games have become a trademark appointment in Central Asia. And the latest edition in Kazakhstan didn’t disappoint spectators. Photos by Chan Kit Yeng.

Grab Your Popcorn

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Auteurs are enhancing Southeast Asia’s reputation for movie making. Check the pulse of the region’s cinematic scene by streaming these titles.

Shots from the Hip

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The colorful lanes of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown have been enlivened by an array of atmospheric bars, cafes, and community-led artsy hangouts. Photography by Chan Kit Yeng

Loop Dreams

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With its amazing landscape of limestone pinnacles, granite outcrops, and lush mountain valleys, Ha Giang in Vietnam is a heaven for motorbikers. Pictures by Kit Yeng Chan.

Secondary Benefits

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Often overshadowed by Seoul, the port city of Busan is an unsung highlight of South Korea. Here are seven ways to get the most from the coastal conurbation.

Screen Grabs

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South Korean movies and television series have taken the world by storm. Here’s our pick of eight essential K-dramas to binge on Netflix before heading to the country.

A Magnificent Seven

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Penang’s reputation for a hawker food paradise extends far and wide. Here’s a selection of dishes that are a must on any dining itinerary on the island.

A Day at the Races

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The annual horse festival of Litang is a great opportunity to discover the Tibetan traditions that run deep in parts of Sichuan province. Photos by Kit Yeng Chan.

Spice Routes

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By saddling up and striking out of Kochi’s tourist areas by bicycle, our writer discovers the true essence of Kerala’s magical backwaters. Images by Chan Kit Yeng

Shot in the Dark

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Mount Inerie, the highest peak on Flores, is not a climb for the faint-hearted, as our writer and his group found out as they attempted to scale the mighty volcano without a guide.