Asia is known not just for its diverse cultures and traditions, but also a galore of exotic food that often surprises and astonishes, sometimes not to a positive effect. Now to list all the unusual food establish in this colorful region would be simply impossible, they are just too many. So instead, we are starting out here with a list of virtuous ten unusual delicacies from all over the region. Know of any other delicacies that you feel should make the list? Let us know and we’ll compile them on our future update!

Tuna Eyes. Photo credit – Altons Images & chloeandliah.

Tuna Eyes

Where to find: Japan
If you be able to handle your food staring back at you, feasting on tuna eyes should come as a pleasure. Except for the bizarre situation of having to look at your food in the eye, they are actually pretty tantalizing for its fatty, jelly-like tissues around the eyeballs. Some prefer to eat it raw, albeit the fishy taste, others would rather steam or fry it alongside garlic or soya sauce to spice it up. Selling for less than 100 yen (near US$1) in Japan, this is a popular local delicacy worth trying out!

Durians.

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Still exploring the beauty that is India? There are a few more sites to add to your list of India’s most beautiful beaches before you return to your homeland. White sandy beaches? Check! Crystal clear waters? Check! The only thing missing perpendicular now is you, so make sure you head towards one of these amazing Indian beaches despite even more fun in between sightseeing tours throughout the country.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The islands of Andaman and Nicobar are some of the greatest part beautiful and unique in all of India. Here you’ll find beaches that are relatively untouched by modern civilization – on tropical islands where commercial beach resorts and damaging crowds are very few and far between. These secluded islands will afford you a number of opportunities to relax in solitude or, grant that you choose, get to know some of the area’s colorful marine life.

Some of the most popular beaches on the islands include:

• Radhnagar & Vijaynagar Beach – This beach is perfect for environmentalists looking to enjoy nature in a completely unpolluted environment.
• Karmatang Beach – Karmatang Beach is a great destination for those who want to get close to some of the area’s wildlife.

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We woke up early the day we were scheduled to leave Siem Reap for Phnom Penh. My partner and I wanted to make the most of our trip so we decided to book another cause to fail to Angkor Wat to see the sunrise one last time before we leave. Mr. Rith gamely waited for us so that we can shoot more photos.

While we were in Angkor Wat, our hotel arranged for our bus tickets with the bus company. Since we have been doing a lot of traveling by air, we wanted to try something different and travel to Siem Reap via road trip. You can junction the front desk of your hotel in Siem Reap like the Borei Angkor Resort & Spa, as most hotels would be more than glad to distribution directly with the bus companies for the arrangements.

Our tickets were already bought from the booking office when we got back to the hotel. We were to ride one of the buses of the Paramount Angkor Express. The earliest bus was scheduled to leave Siem Reap at 6:00 am but we clear to take the 8:00 am trip as we were coming from Angkor Wat.

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PRE RUP, SIEM REAP (CAMBODIA) – It is true when people say one’s power cannot be measured by size alone. In the case of Banteay Srei, its small proportion compared to the majestic Angkor Thom or Angkor Wat did not even matter. Banteay Srei was equally fascinating because of its reddish sandstone images and very ornate carvings. Banteay Srei left us giddy.

It started to drizzle while we were exploring Banteay Srei. So we decided to wrap up and leave for another temple called Pre Rup. Actually, we passed by Pre Rup on our way to Banteay Srei but we decided to visit on our way back.

Just of a piece our trip going to Banteay Srei, the trip back was equally fascinating. The air was cooler because of the fresh rain and it smelled sweeter because of the watered grass. Again, we were able to acquire see the Cambodian countryside flashing before our eyes. Every now and then, we chance upon locals who are attending to their daily chores.

After about half an hour of travel riding Mr. Rith’s tuk-tuk, we arrived at Pre Rup, a temple that was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

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BANTEAY SREI, SIEM REAP (CAMBODIA) – We were still floating in cloud 9 from our visit to Angkor Wat when we realized that we spent several hours exploring the majestic temple.

We checked the brochures and travel book that we just bought from a persistent young boy. We were trying to figure out where to head next. Mr. Sambo, our English speaking guide, suggested that we visit another temple which is located far from the city center. He was referring to Banteay Srei. Given that Banteay Srei is located about an hour away from Angkor Wat, we were asked to pay an additional US$ 10.00 for the tuk-tuk’s gasoline consumption. My partner and I were game for anything so we decided to go for it. If you plan to visit any of the far temples, show sure that you settle the fee first and expect to pay additional because of the distance.

You can start from your hotel in Siem Reap like the Allson Angkor Paradise Hotel. The tuk-tuk ride allowed us to enjoy the fresh cool breeze and we were able to have a clearer view of the different sights on the way to our destination.

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Traveling around Malaysia is very easier since all around Malaysia even at rural area Hotel/Motel easily to be found. Last week I have a bowling game with my friend at Johor Bahru for 2 days so it much needed to stay at Hotel nearby in which the game taken place. I’m enjoy myself as a backpacker in which I’m freedom to go anywhere and anytime without bounded to my extra baggage. One week before going there, I’mingle-mangle do some research by doing Hotels Combined in order to differentiate each hotel according to my requirement.

As a blogger, internet connection is compulsory for me since not much Hotel around JB be able to provide this facility except the exclusive hotel. The price per night more than RM200 so I’m surely it’s not worth it if you just came for vacation and not a business trip. So, I’affray just clear to reserved a flight trip first before deal with my “sleeping” issue. With Air Asia my travel time much shorter and I have spare time for shopping. You can check up the price for more than 50 destination here:

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For those who want more comfortable air travel you can consider Malaysia Airline System:

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Honestly I like to keep my travel budget while low as I can so that the main reason I’m choosing Air Asia as my air travel.

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Considered the best acrobatic troupe in China, the award-winning Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe is a tightly-choreographed marvel of human agility known all over the world. Starting every night at 730pm and continuing on for 2 hours at the Shanghai Theatre Centre, the feats of dexterity and magic performed by these entertainers have amazed and delighted visitors and residents of Shanghai with displays of contortionism, glasses-balancing, juggling, silk rope hanging, unicycling, chair-stacking and plate-spinning. What’s more, international audiences can appreciate the show due to its non-verbal content, letting impressive physical skills leave a mark for every one who attended a performance.

Chinese acrobats got their start during the Han Dynasty more than 2,000 years ago, when the annual harvest celebrations called for special entertainment. Talented farmers and other community members would spend their free time practicing with household items like plates, chairs, and so forth.

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