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Yogyarkata, Indonesia Is Where Javanese Culture Begins

The Indonesian city is home to some of the greatest Hindu and Buddhist temples, a thriving food scene and an area known as the Cosmological Axis, a cradle of Javanese culture.

By Scott Mowbray and Amrita Chandradas

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Is This the Year Laos Breaks Through?

The Southeast Asian country has lagged behind Vietnam and Thailand when it comes to tourism. The government hopes new hotels, roads and a train system will put Laos on visitors’ lists.

By Christine Chung

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What Is the Significance of the Lotus in Sri Lanka?

The flower has developed a deep national importance, but what exactly it signifies depends on whom you ask.

By Aatish Taseer and Alex Majoli

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Gardens of Stone, Moss, Sand: 4 Moments of Zen in Kyoto

The city’s dry gardens seem timeless, but as these relatively new versions show, their design is still evolving. They offer spots for quiet contemplation in an increasingly overtouristed city.

By Paula Deitz