Asia
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ORIGIN OF THE NAME
The name "Asia" is believed to have originated from the ancient Greeks, who used the term "Ἀσία" (Asia) to refer to the lands east of Greece. The exact etymology is unclear, but it may have derived from the Akkadian word "Asu," meaning "east."
SIZE
Asia is the largest continent on Earth, covering approximately 44.58 million square kilometres (17.21 million square miles). It spans a vast area, more than four times the size of Europe.
POPULATION
As of the latest estimates, Asia is home to about 4.7 billion people, making it the most populous continent, housing around 60% of the world's population.
NUMBER OF COUNTRIES
Asia is composed of 49 recognised countries, each with its own unique cultures, languages, and governments.
UNESCO SITES
Asia boasts over 250 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including cultural and natural landmarks such as the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal in India, and the historic city of Kyoto in Japan.
POINTS OF INTEREST
China 🇨🇳 Great Wall of China
India 🇮🇳 Taj Mahal
Japan 🇯🇵Mount Fuji
Cambodia 🇰🇭 Angkor Wat
UAE 🇦🇪 Burj Khalifa
Jordan 🇯🇴 Petra
Indonesia 🇮🇩 Bali
China 🇨🇳 Forbidden City
Vietnam 🇻🇳 Ha Long Bay
Jordan 🇯🇴 The Dead Sea
Indonesia 🇮🇩 Borobudur Temple
The Maldives 🇲🇻
South Korea 🇰🇷 Gyeongbokgung Palace
Australia 🇦🇺 The Great Barrier Reef
Turkey 🇹🇷 Istanbul