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Baturiti, Indonesia

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan

This tiny lake temple dedicated to a water goddess seems to float on the surface.
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Sukawati, Indonesia

Goa Gajah

The name of this ancient Indonesian temple translates as "Elephant Cave" but it could be more accurately called "The Hellmouth."
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Abang, Indonesia

Pura Lempuyang Luhur

Bali's remote "gateway to heaven" is one of the most sacred places on the island.
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Tambon Pong Ngam, Thailand

Doi Tung Trenches

The Thai Army has dug deep trenches along the Thai/Myanmar border to prevent drug smuggling.
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Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand

The Elephant Kraal of Ayutthaya

This elephant kraal is the only one remaining in Thailand, dating back to the 16th century when these massive mammals were integral players in war and trade.
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Pattaya, Thailand

Mini Siam

Cities of the world and famous Thai monuments in minature.
Ko Samui, Thailand

Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha Temple)

A dazzling temple featuring a towering 12-meter golden Buddha.
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Bangkok, Thailand

Elephant Building

This Bangkok high-rise looks like a rudimentary LEGO elephant.
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Bangkok, Thailand

Haoma

An on-site urban farm and fish pond supply some of the produce for this upscale restaurant.
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Sam Roi Yot, Thailand

Phraya Nakhon Cave

At the right time of day, sunlight floods through the roof of this cave and illuminates the small pavilion hidden within.
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Shanghai, China

Lu Xun Memorial Park

The histories of modern Chinese literature and anti-Japanese resistance collide in this Shanghai park.
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Xian Shi, China

Great Mosque of Xi'an

Although resembling a grand Buddhist temple, this structure is actually the largest mosque in China.
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Suzhou, China

London Tower Bridge Replica

The Chinese have long been excellent at the art of copying, but this epic replica takes the biscuit.
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Zhengzhou, China

Yan Huang Plaza

350-foot-high emperor faces in China's Yellow River valley.
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Jingzhou, China

Guan Yu Statue

China has many statues of the general and war god, but none are as epic as this.
Tony Dunnell Added by Tony Dunnell
Beijing, China

Guo Li Zhuang

Genitals, claws, and faces are served at this Beijing eatery.
Added by Rob
Qujing, China

Canola Flower Fields

This quiet area of Yunnan Province annually transforms into an unbelievable sea of yellow flowers.
Allison Added by Allison
Beijing, China

Mansudae Art Studio Gallery

North Korea's massive art and propaganda factory now has an official gallery space in Beijing.
EricGrundhauser Added by EricGrundhauser
Lhasa, Tibet

Drigung Monastery

This Tibetan monastery has survived multiple attacks and is also a sky burial site.
Added by Kavya Ram Mohan
Harbin, China

Unit 731 Museum

An impactful museum ensures notorious war crimes disguised as "medical experimentation" won't soon be forgotten.
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Guiyang, China

Yelang Valley

It took an artist 20 years to create this sprawling sculpture garden honoring the area's ancient inhabitants.
Added by alliouaganarama
Weinan, China

Huashan Mountain

A harrowing trail up a mile-high mountain.
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Beijing, China

Dongyue Temple

This sensational Chinese temple walks visitors through the 76 weird departments of the afterlife.
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Yuncheng, China

Yuncheng Salt Lake

Rainbow-hued in the summer and crystalline in the winter, this salty lake has inspired battles, temples, and plenty of awe.
Reina Gattuso Added by Reina Gattuso