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Asia Map Description: This map of Asia shows the clear demarcation of the nations of the continent. Disputed boundaries are also shown on the map. The map is a physical view of the major landforms in the continent, such as the Himalayas, the Siberian plain, the Gobi Desert, the Manchurian Plain, the Arabian Peninsula, the Central Siberian Plateau, Zagras Mountains, the Qilian Shan, and the many islands in the south. This map also notes the highest peaks present on the continent, such as Gongga Shan, Belukha, Mt Everest, K2, Gora Elbrus, Klyuchevskaya Sopka, Dhaulagiri, and Nanda Devi.
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The people of Asia are best known for their attractive features and the simplicity in their ways of living. In the Asian cultures, having guests is considered an honor, and they are treated with great respect - so generally, Asian are seen to be very open-hearted and generous towards their guests.
Asian people also love culture, art, music, literature, and philosophy. In Asian cultures, people generally strictly follow their religious values.
Mountains
The most prominent name among the Asian mountain systems is that of the Himalayas. The range covers at least 2,400 km and divides the Indian subcontinent from Tibetan Plateau. Asia also has the world's highest mountain peaks: Mount Everest and K2. The mountain range has about 15,000 glaciers and also has a number of freshwater sources.
Other mountain ranges in the continent are Pamir Mountains, Hindu Kush, Caucasus Mountains, and more.
Rivers
Located in China, the Yangtze River (measuring 6,418 km (3988 miles) is the longest in Asia and third-longest in the world. Another major river important to economy and culture of China is the Yellow River and is popularly known as the "Cradle of Chinese Civilization".
The Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Indus are other noteworthy rivers.
Deserts
The Arabian Peninsula is dominated by the Arabian Desert. Spread over 2,330,000 sq. km (899618 sq. mi), it is arid and massive. The main natural resources found in this desert are natural gas, phosphates, sulfur, and oil.
Another prominent desert is the Gobi Desert, touching parts of China and Mongolia. Unlike the Arabian Desert, it is a cold desert which means that it often sees snowfall. However, it also exhibits wild fluctuations of temperature, even within a single day.
Lakes
The Caspian Sea is surrounded by Iran, Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Turkmenistan and is considered the largest lake on the planet. It has no outflows and covers an area of 371,000 sq. km (143243.901 sq. miles).
Other lakes in Asia are: Lake Toba, Dal Lake, Poyang Lake, and others.
Tourism in Asia
Asia has a plenty of world-renowned monuments that can give anybody a glimpse back into history. Snow-capped mountains, meandering rivers, never-ending deserts, and sparkling lakes, are just the part of the prelude to the boundless beauty of Asia.
Some of the top tourist destinations in the continent are the Great Wall of China, Burj Al Arab, Taj Mahal, Petronas Twin Towers, and more.
Traditionally, the continent has been the origin of all important religions in the world. The flags of Asia bear testimony to the diverse culture, faiths, and ethnicity of its 48 countries.
| Asia Geography Facts |
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| Largest Urban Area | Tokyo-Yokohama, Japan (37.8 million people) |
| Highest Elevation | Mount Everest, Nepal: 8,848 meters/29,029 feet |
| Largest Watershed | Ob River (3 million square kilometers/1.15 million square miles) |
| Population Density | 225 people per square mile |
| Largest desert in Asia | Gobi desert |
| Longest river in Asia | Yangtze (3,915 miles) |
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Culture and People of Asia
The people of Asia are best known for their attractive features and the simplicity in their ways of living. In the Asian cultures, having guests is considered an honor, and they are treated with great respect - so generally, Asian are seen to be very open-hearted and generous towards their guests.
Asian people also love culture, art, music, literature, and philosophy. In Asian cultures, people generally strictly follow their religious values.
Mountains
The most prominent name among the Asian mountain systems is that of the Himalayas. The range covers at least 2,400 km and divides the Indian subcontinent from Tibetan Plateau. Asia also has the world's highest mountain peaks: Mount Everest and K2. The mountain range has about 15,000 glaciers and also has a number of freshwater sources.
Other mountain ranges in the continent are Pamir Mountains, Hindu Kush, Caucasus Mountains, and more.
Rivers
Located in China, the Yangtze River (measuring 6,418 km (3988 miles) is the longest in Asia and third-longest in the world. Another major river important to economy and culture of China is the Yellow River and is popularly known as the "Cradle of Chinese Civilization".
The Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Indus are other noteworthy rivers.
Deserts
The Arabian Peninsula is dominated by the Arabian Desert. Spread over 2,330,000 sq. km (899618 sq. mi), it is arid and massive. The main natural resources found in this desert are natural gas, phosphates, sulfur, and oil.
Another prominent desert is the Gobi Desert, touching parts of China and Mongolia. Unlike the Arabian Desert, it is a cold desert which means that it often sees snowfall. However, it also exhibits wild fluctuations of temperature, even within a single day.
Lakes
The Caspian Sea is surrounded by Iran, Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Turkmenistan and is considered the largest lake on the planet. It has no outflows and covers an area of 371,000 sq. km (143243.901 sq. miles).
Other lakes in Asia are: Lake Toba, Dal Lake, Poyang Lake, and others.
Tourism in Asia
Asia has a plenty of world-renowned monuments that can give anybody a glimpse back into history. Snow-capped mountains, meandering rivers, never-ending deserts, and sparkling lakes, are just the part of the prelude to the boundless beauty of Asia.
Some of the top tourist destinations in the continent are the Great Wall of China, Burj Al Arab, Taj Mahal, Petronas Twin Towers, and more.