Jaipur
#3 in Best Places in Asia
Travel to Rajasthan’s capital to marvel at incredible architecture. Jaipur, India’s biggest claim to fame is spellbinding Hawa Mahal, a pink palace that was modeled after Krishna’s crown (a Hindu god) and features an astounding 953 windows. The windows allowed the original occupants, the ladies of the royal family, to view the comings and goings of the Indian city without being seen. There are also the Jaigarh Fort, Panna Meena ka Kund and Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that displays larger-than-life astronomical instruments.
Taipei
#4 in Best Places in Asia
Known for its can’t-miss night markets and historical attractions, Taiwan’s capital is a must-see destination for those traveling to Asia. Popular things to do here include riding to the top of the ultramodern Taipei 101 tower, visiting the National Palace Museum (where you’ll find numerous artifacts from Beijing’s Forbidden City) and stopping by the bustling Shilin Night Market for some tasty Taiwanese street food, including its famous stinky bean curd.
