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Salt
Amman, Jordan
In an alternate universe, Salt is the capital of Amman. It was the region's capital under the Ottomans and was slated to be the capital of British Transjordan before a disagreement precipitated the move to Amman. Today it is a charming and ancient town 30km northwest of the capital. The area is littered with Roman ruins and the town's citadel dates from the early thirteenth cent...
Malaysia Fest
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Get a taste of all the 13 Malaysian states in Kuala Lumpur during the Malaysian festival. This two-week celebration hosts several shows and demonstrations that exhibit Malaysian culture ranging from performaning arts to handicrafts to food. Also, several shopping complexes and hotels enter a bright-lights competition where the best lit locale wins. ...
Jerash
Amman, Jordan
Jerash (or Gerasa as it used to be known) is one of the best preserved Roman cities outside of Rome. The area has been settled since prehistoric times, but it did not become significant until General Pompey conquered the region in 63BC. Under the Romans the city prospered due to its position on the Via Nova Traiana, a highway between Aqaba and Damascus. The population reached 20...
Larnaca Salt Lake
Larnaca, Cyprus
One of the most prominent natural wonders in the region, the Salt Lake district of Larnaca is made up of a network four salt lakes or different sizes, Aliki, Orphani, Soros and Spiro. The Larnaca Salt Lake forms the second largest salt lake in Cyprus, after the Limassol Salt Lake and covers an area of about 2.2 kilometer square. It is a popular tourist spot for birdwatchers and nature lovers, who ...