Asia
Spanning half the globe, Asia is the birthplace of civilizations, belief systems, and breakthroughs that continue to shape the modern world. From the peaks of the Himalayas to the tech corridors of East Asia, from nomadic traditions in Central Asia to the monsoon-fed deltas of the South, this continent pulses with contrast and complexity. Languages, landscapes, and legacies shift with every border crossed. Whether you're following Silk Road trade routes, decoding temple iconography, or observing megacity growth, Asia offers endless perspectives for the curious mind and adventurous spirit.
Geographic Scope – ~44.6 million km², the largest continent, spanning from the Arctic Circle to the equator.
Biomes & Climate Zones – Arctic tundra, Siberian taiga, Central Asian steppe, tropical rainforests, deserts like the Gobi and Thar. (APES: biome diversity across latitudes.)
Population & Density – ~4.8 billion people, home to over 60% of the global population. (AP Human Geo: population distribution & megacities.)
Cultural Snapshot – Birthplace of major world religions including Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, Judaism, and Christianity.
Fun “Identity” Fact – Mount Everest, at 8,849 m, grows about 4 mm taller each year due to tectonic uplift.
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*Countries like Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Cyprus are transcontinental, straddling both Asia and Europe. They are often included in Asia for geographical or political reasons.**The State of Palestine is recognized by many nations and has observer status at the UN.***The status of Taiwan is politically sensitive. It functions as a sovereign nation but is claimed by China.
Afghanistan
Bahrain
Brunei
Cyprus*
Indonesia
Israel
Kazakhstan*
Laos
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Qatar
South Korea
Taiwan***
Timor-Leste (East Timor)
United Arab Emirates
Yemen
Armenia*
Bangladesh
Cambodia
Georgia*
Iran
Japan
Kuwait
Lebanon
Mongolia
North Korea
Palestine**
Saudi Arabia
Sri Lanka
Tajikistan
Turkey*
Uzbekistan
Azerbaijan*
Bhutan
China
India
Iraq
Jordan
Kyrgyzstan
Malaysia
Myanmar (Burma)
Oman
Philippines
Singapore
Syria
Thailand
Turkmenistan
Vietnam
