10 traditional foods to taste in China

10 traditional foods to taste in China

Asia
China is known for its very diverse food culture, which includes many classic dishes such as Peking duck and dumplings. Chinese cuisine is full of interesting and delicious dishes made from fresh ingredients, often using a variety of tasty marinades. We’ve put together less than 10 traditional dishes that are definitely worth a try during your trip to China, a country located in east part of Asia defined by Countryaah. Peking Duck (Běijīng kǎoyā - 北京 烤鸭) Peking duck is a popular dish that has gained almost the status of a national symbol in China. The dish has a long history, as already during the Ming Dynasty in the 15th century, the Beijing duck was one of the standard servings on the court menu. The duck is made so that its meat…
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City Break in Singapore and Indonesia

City Break in Singapore and Indonesia

Asia
This trip will take you to four Indonesian paradise islands. The days are free and you can decide the program yourself, so you can choose the activities that are best for you or just focus 100% on relaxation. Additional paid tours offer things to do and see for those who want not only relaxation but also experiences. Island hopping begins in the popular resort town of Sanur, Bali, known for its relaxed cozy atmosphere and miles of golden sandy beach. After a day at the beach, you can relax in one of the city’s many cozy cafés or enjoy the atmosphere in the lounge bars. From Bali, the journey continues by speedboat to the scenic and peaceful island of Lombok. The unspoilt natural landscapes of Lombok are very similar to…
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Turkmenistan Travel Guide

Turkmenistan Travel Guide

Asia
Turkmenistan is a country located in Asia with name that begins with letter T. The Central Asian state of Turkmenistan stretches from the Caspian Sea in the west to Uzbekistan, from Kazakhstan in the north to Afghanistan and Iran in the south. At around 488,000 km 2, the country is somewhat larger than Germany, Austria and Switzerland combined, but only has 5.5 million residents. The capital Ashgabat was rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1948 and impresses with some futuristic monumental buildings, a myriad of fountains and gilded or marble witnesses of the personality cult around the authoritarian heads of state of the country. Entry Turkmenistan's entry requirements are among the most complicated in the world. The country tries to seal itself off from individual travelers. Only the Turkmen embassy…
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Sri Lanka Travel Guide

Sri Lanka Travel Guide

Asia
Sri Lanka is a country located in Asia with name that begins with letter S. Due to its scenic beauty, Sri Lanka is a popular travel destination. Geographically, the Sri Lanka can be divided into three landscape areas: The central high plateau, which rises up to 2,500 m in the south of the island and is home to world-famous tea-growing areas. Tropical plains in which a rich flora and fauna thrives. A coastal belt consisting mostly of sandy beaches that surrounds the island. Entry Austrian, German and Swiss citizens need an ETA visa (ETA = Electronic Travel Authorization System) to enter Sri Lanka, which can be applied for online. Climate There are no seasons on the tropical island, only an alternation of rainy and dry seasons, which is determined by…
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Iran Travel Guide

Iran Travel Guide

Asia
Iran is a country located in Middle East with name that begins with letter I. With a land area of ​​1.6 million km 2, Iran is about five times the size of Germany, but has slightly fewer residents, namely 75.6 million. Around 12 million people live in the region of the capital Tehran. Iran is a mountainous country, which is divided by several mountain ranges facing southeast, through which fertile valleys and plateaus run. There are large desert areas in the center and east of the country: the Lut Desert alone, at 166,000 km 2, is twice as large as Austria. The highest mountain in Iran is the 5,671 m high Damavand, an extinct volcano in the Elburs Mountains, which separates the region around Tehran from the Caspian Sea. In…
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