Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Beijing, a "Travel and Leisure" Magazine top Asian destination, offers tourists attractions historic attractions, some more than 1000 years old. Beijing's most visited tourist attractions include the world's largest royal palace known as the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China that passes through downtown Beijing and Tiananmen Square. Beijing boasts numerous, well-preserved imperial complexes and lush gardens built by the rulers of ancient dynasties and more than 17 temples that demonstrate the importance of religion in China. Modern Beijing also has plenty to offer tourists including the Beijing Zoo, an expansive performing arts center as well as extensive indoor and outdoor shopping centers. Accommodations include multinational corporate chain hotels and small bed and breakfasts. Visitors to China can take the opportunity to sample many varieties of authentic Chinese cuisine.
"Conde Nast Traveler" names Tokyo as a top 5 most popular Asian destination. As one of the three wealthiest cities in the world, Tokyo offers visitors ultra-modern shopping malls, state-of-the-art public transportation to get around and hotel accommodations to suit every budget. Visitors interested in the region's history can tour the Imperial Palace gardens, celebrated for the colorful array of seasonal flowers. Other cultural sites include Tokyo's art and science museums. Japanese cuisine enthusiasts can visit the city's Ebisu Station district. According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, Ebisu Market ramen noodle makers compete vigorously to gain best noodle bragging rights.
According to Lonely Planet, Mumbai, a coastal city located in the state of Maharashtra and the largest city in the world, offers around-the-clock excitement. Although not the country's capital, because of financial wealth and resources, the city exercises cultural and economic influence over India. Mumbai is also the center of India's world-renowned movie industry, Bollywood. Each year, thousands of business and leisure tourists visit Mumbai to get a taste of the city's busy streets, outdoor markets, beaches and historic landmarks. Indians, a religious people, invite visitors from around the world to visit six major shrines in Mumbai and the surrounding Maharashtra region. Many Indians speak English fluently, making it easy for English-speaking tourists to read signage and to ask for help when needed.