Number 12. Sri Lanka.
第12:斯里兰卡。
An increasingly popular tourist destination, Sri Lanka is set in the Indian Ocean just off the south of India.
作为一个越来越受欢迎的旅游目的地,斯里兰卡位于印度南部的印度洋上。
While its fabulous beaches are one of its main attractions, the island has a rich history and culture for you to delve into.
虽然美丽的海滩是斯里兰卡的主要景点之一,但岛上丰富的历史和文化也足以让你深入研究了。
As its history dates back around 2,500 years, Sri Lanka has lots of impressive archaeological sites and historic landmarks to check out.
斯里兰卡的历史可以追溯到2500年前,这里有许多令人印象深刻的考古遗址和历史地标值得一看。
Ranging from ancient temples to colonial-era forts, many of these can be found in the enthralling cities of Galle and Kandy.
从古代寺庙到殖民时代的堡垒,这些都可以在迷人的加勒和康提城市找到。
In addition to this, Sri Lanka also has some spectacular scenery and incredible wildlife for you to enjoy.
除此之外,斯里兰卡还有一些壮观的风景和令人难以置信的野生动物供你欣赏。
Number 11. Oman.
第11:阿曼。
The Sultanate of Oman’s unique culture is visible wherever you go and the proud identity of its people and their welcoming nature is in part what makes the country so charming.
无论你走到哪里,都能看到阿曼苏丹国的独特文化,这里的人民自豪又好客的天性让这个国家格外迷人。
Unlike many of its neighbors, Oman hasn’t erected any skyscrapers or modernized dramatically.
跟许多邻国不一样,阿曼没有建造任何摩天大楼,也没有大幅现代化。
This means its desert oasis towns still exhibit lots of lovely old architecture, and their skyline has remained unchanged for centuries.
这意味着它的沙漠绿洲城镇仍然有许多可爱的古老建筑,几个世纪以来它们的天际线从未改变。
While its souks and medinas are captivating in their beauty, the country’s desolate landscapes are no less alluring.
虽然它的露天剧场和麦地那有着自身的魅力,但这里的荒漠风景也同样迷人。
Home to spectacular mountains, a gorgeous coastline, and lots of scenic sand dunes, Oman is a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered.
阿曼拥有壮观的山脉、美丽的海岸线和许多风景优美的沙丘,是一块等待被发现的隐蔽宝石。
Number 10. The Philippines.
第10:菲律宾。
As the Philippines are made up of over 7,000 different islands, it should come as no surprise to learn that it is a very popular beach holiday destination.
菲律宾由7000多个不同的岛屿组成,它作为一个非常受欢迎的海滩度假胜地,也就不足为奇了。
Its inviting waters make for some fantastic surfing, scuba diving, and snorkeling, with Boracay and North Palawan particularly great places to enjoy watersports.
它诱人的水域为冲浪、水肺潜水和浮潜提供了绝佳的条件,长滩岛和北巴拉望尤其适合进行水上运动。
While some islands are coated in lush rice fields or tropical rainforest, others are home to hidden lagoons and smoking volcanoes.
一些岛屿上覆盖着郁郁葱葱的稻田或热带雨林,而其他岛屿上则隐藏着泻湖和冒烟的火山。
Dotted about its varied landscapes, you can find chaotic yet colorful cities, such as the capital Manila.
这里有各种各样的风景,你会发现混乱而多彩的城市,比如首都马尼拉。
The cultural make-up of the country is varied; while traveling around, you’ll notice Spanish, American, and traditional influences, amongst others.
这个国家的文化构成是多种多样的;旅行时,你会发现这里有西班牙、美国和传统文化的多重影响。
Number 9. South Korea.
第9:韩国。
The home of K-Pop and Kimchi, South Korean culture is currently very much in vogue around the world.
作为流行音乐和泡菜的故乡,韩国文化目前在世界各地非常流行。
This represents a marked change, as for much of its history, it has been overlooked and outshone by its larger and more powerful neighbors China and Japan.
这反映了一个显著的变化,在其历史的大部分时间里,韩国一直被更大更强大的邻国中国和日本所忽视和超越。
What makes traveling around the peninsula so fascinating is that the nation boasts a rich and unique history and culture.
环游半岛的魅力就在于这个国家拥有丰富而独特的历史和文化。
It has, however, modernized rapidly.
然而,它的现代化速度很快。
You’ll find centuries-old palaces and temples alongside skyscrapers and gigantic shopping malls.
在摩天大楼和巨大的购物中心旁边,你会发现具有数百年历史的宫殿和寺庙。
Deceptively mountainous, South Korea also has lots of marvelous national parks for you to explore, with beautiful islands and beaches hugging the shore.
韩国多山,这里也有许多奇妙的国家公园,美丽的岛屿和海滩环绕着海岸线。