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Best Attractions in Asia (2026)

Landmarks, museums, historic sites, parks and viewpoints that draw visitors to a city, with practical notes on planning a visit.

290 places · Updated November 12, 2026

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109. Patong Beach

BeachPatong

Phuket's busiest and best-known beach, a long curve of sand on the west coast backed by Patong's hotels, restaurants, shops and Bangla Road nightlife.

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111. Qasr Al Hosn

Historic fort and museumAl Hosn

A historic fort that grew from a 1761 watchtower into the rulers' palace and reopened in 2018 as a museum of the city's story.

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112. Rizal Park

Historic urban parkErmita

Manila's 58-hectare bayside park, also known as Luneta, where José Rizal was executed in 1896 and where his monument stands under a ceremonial guard.

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113. Shanghai Tower

Skyscraper observation deckLujiazui, Pudong

A 632-metre supertall tower in Lujiazui with a twisting glass facade and an observation deck on the 118th floor, reached by high-speed lifts in under a minute.

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114. Tiananmen Square

Public square and landmarkDongcheng

The vast square at the heart of Beijing, framed by the Tiananmen gate, the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum and the Qianmen gate tower.

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