The well-known travel resource Time Out Travel, which regularly publishes top guides, has released a list of Asia's most picturesque locations. This is a selection from the world's ranking of the most beautiful landmarks. There are a total of 44 positions, with Asian destinations occupying 11 spots. Komodo National Park is the absolute leader in both lists.
Komodo is known as the home of giant monitor lizards, but according to the ranking's creators, it's worth visiting not just for the unique reptiles. You can see stunning natural landscapes here — from dramatic cliffs to exotic beaches.
Pink Beach attracts particular attention from travelers, where the sand takes on a fairy-tale shade by mixing with particles of red coral.
The National Park offers a wide variety of activities for water sports enthusiasts. This place is also named one of the most beautiful due to its underwater diversity of corals and marine life, making diving and snorkeling in Komodo a must-do.
The editors at Time Out Travel emphasize that visiting the National Park is not only about enjoying the scenery but also a unique opportunity to explore a rich biodiversity. UNESCO has included Komodo in the World Heritage list for its natural beauty and unique ecosystem.
The best time to visit is from April to October, when the weather is clear, and the ocean is calm, ideal for diving and snorkeling.
Here are the other Asian destinations that made it into Time Out's top 5 most picturesque places in Asia:
Punakha Valley, Bhutan
Located in western Bhutan, Punakha Valley is striking with its bright green terraced rice fields. It is also recommended to visit the Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten temple — a four-tiered Buddhist stupa with exquisite works of art.
Ha Giang, Vietnam
An ideal option for those seeking untouched mountain landscapes far from tourist crowds. Winding roads lead through picturesque valleys with terraced fields and majestic mountains.
Zhangye Danxia, China
Geopark in Gansu Province, China. Its colorful mountains with stripes of dark red, gold, and green are the main attraction. These amazing patterns were formed over millions of years by erosion and tectonic shifts.
Hin Sam Wan (Three Whale Rocks), Thailand
Hin Sam Wan or "Three Whale Rocks" are giant stone formations resembling a group of whales. Besides them, you can see endless tropical forests and even the Lao mountains of Phou Khao Khouay on the horizon.
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