Welcome to the Squidoo.Asia Directory!

For the purpose of this directory, the following countries are considered part of Asia:

Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, China, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Cook Islands, Cyprus, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Georgia, Heard and McDonald Islands, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Korea, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nauru, Nepal, Niue, Norfolk Island, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestinian Territories, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tokelau, Tonga Islands, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Western Samoa, Yemen.

If your lens is about any of the listed countries, their culture, cuisine, people etc. you are welcome to add them to the list. Asian Groups are welcome too, as long as they include only Asian lenses.

From time to time we will group quality lenses into appropriate country categories, and eventually - subcategories.

In case you are portraying a local festival of sorts please consider also adding your lens to the Festivals Around The World Group.

Thank you for visiting the Squidoo.Asia Directory. Don't forget to add your future Asian lenses, and bring your friends, too!

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Featured Asian Lenses

These are great examples of Asia lenses. Some of the most popular currently present on Squidoo. If you see your lens here but haven't formally joined the group now would be a good time :)

Shih Huang Ti, First Emperor of China | Qin Shi Huang

Shih Huang Ti (or Qin Shi Huang Ti) was heir to the throne of Chin, a powerful feudal state in northwest China. On his accession he set about uniting China, annexing the other feudal states with ruthless efficiency, aided by espionage, brib...

The Beautiful West Lake of Hangzhou

If you want to visit China, West Lake in Hangzhou is a place you would not want to miss. There is a Chinese saying that goes, "Above there is heaven, below there are Suzhou and Hangzhou." This is not an exaggeration; Hangzhou is as beautiful as heave...

Introduction to Japanese Language

Nihongo means Japanese Language. (That was easy...you've said your first japanese word!) This lens introduces Japanese Language and has a list of basic greetings, some simple words, basic grammar and an introduction to the scr...

Trek-Philippines!

Mabuhay! Whether you are careering in a bumpy multi-coloured jeepney along chaotic streets, or trotting gently in a horse drawn calesa through historic avenues; scuba diving in some of the world's finest waters or taking on the challenge of a mountai...

Philippines, my home

Coconut palms, lush tropical greenery, white-sand beaches, beautiful seas..... Believe it or not all of these make up much of what is the Philippines which primarily different to what some people picture in their minds - disaster because of the daily...

Welcome New Lensmasters

To welcome new lensmasters to the Squidoo.Asia Directory I will try to visit at least one of their lenses and lensroll, comment, favorite, rate etc. as appropriate. I also suggest that every member try to do the same. This is a great way to discover and learn, and to spread the love.

Feel free to nudge me if I haven't been around to one of your lenses.

Oh, and please stop by the Black Board to say "Hi"! Thanks!

worldtravelbug, Kazuolim, NAIZA, sudever, EelKat

CAMBODIA :: Cambodian Lenses

Cambodia (The Kingdom of Angkor)

The Kingdom of Cambodia is a country in Southeast Asia which well known with its famous mother temple of the world "The Mighty Angkor Wat" in Siem Reap province. Phnom Penh being the capital city. Cambodia is the successor state of the once powerful...

CHINA :: Chinese Lenses on Squidoo

Chinese New Year

新年快乐 Happy Chinese New Year! Take your children on a fascinating cultural experience -- celebrate Chinese New Year! Chinese New Year is the celebration of a new lunar year. It is a fifteen day holiday that starts on the e...

Mid-Autumn Festival

Most cultures have a harvest festival. China is no exception. The Mid-Autumn Festival 中秋节 (Zhong Qiu Jie) is one of the three most important, traditional Chinese holidays. (The other two are Chinese New Year and Dragon Boat Fes...

Ancient China: A Homeschool Unit Study

When teaching our children ancient history, we are sure to include Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome. Unfortunately we sometimes omit another great ancient civilization on the other side of the globe-- Ancient China...

The Beautiful West Lake of Hangzhou

If you want to visit China, West Lake in Hangzhou is a place you would not want to miss. There is a Chinese saying that goes, "Above there is heaven, below there are Suzhou and Hangzhou." This is not an exaggeration; Hangzhou is as beautiful as heave...

Dragon Boat Festival

Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th month. But that's not May 5th. This holiday is calculated according to the lunar calendar. In 2008, the Dragon Boat Festival is June 8. You still have time to plan some fun activities for...

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HONG KONG

Infernal Affairs (Wu Jian Dao) - a legendary Hong-Kong cop-and-robber triller by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak

Infernal Affairs - a legendary Hong-Kong cop-and-robber triller directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak. The Infernal Affairs series was then remade by Martin Scorsese in 2006 as The Departed.

INDIA :: Indian Lenses on Squidoo

Bed and Breakfast New Delhi

Delhi Bed and Breakfast is a guest house for tourists to New Delhi, India. Shown on the left is the photo of Lotus Temple of Delhi, within easy reach of Inn at Delhi.

Everything India!

indiamarks brings India to everyone with simple, crisp and relevent content and guides to everything India. Find quality information and great articles about everything India - from business, sports, bollywood to travel, food, shopping, videos and mu...

Jiddu Krishnamurti

Jiddu Krishnamurti was famous in his lifetime for first being raised as a 'world teacher' and then renouncing the organisation founded in his honor. Paradoxically he spent the rest of his life teaching all over the world: lecturing, talking to people...

Rangoli - Indian Art of beautifying the floor

Rangavali, which means- ranga=color, avali=line in Sanskrit. It is more commenly called  Rangoli. It is called Alpana in Bengali, Kolam in Tamil.  Most houses in India, especially in the Southern part of India, have a Rangoli in fr...

Chutneys From India: The Tastiest Chutneys Ever

The word Chutney is derived from the verb Chaatna(to lick) in Hindi language. Chutney is something that you lick a little in between mouthfuls to make the tastier, interesting meal. Something that is good enough to lick and savor, not just swallow. A...

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ISRAEL :: Israeli Lenses on Squidoo

The Definitive Vacation Guide to Haifa, Israel

Haifa, the third largest city in Israel and the capital of the north, is an underrated gem.  This port city on the sea boasts an abundance of visual delights, including the world famous Baha'i Gardens, an amazing view of the city and bay from th...

JAPAN :: Japanese Lenses on Squidoo

Kimono: Wind and Water Made Wearable

The kimono is the wrapped-and-tied, robe-like garment that is the national costume for Japan.  Whether your kimono interest is historical, theatrical, fashionable or textile, this lens has something for you! Please rate this lens if it was helpfu...

Netsuke: Japanese Miniature Carvings with Beauty and Function

Netsuke is a Japanese form of miniature sculpture of toggles. Men wearing kimonos, which don't have pockets, would keep their small personal items in a sagemono, a hanging object attached with a silk cord to their obi, the kimono sash (women just tuc...

Lord Sesshomaru Costume

Need help creating a Lord Sesshomaru costume? You've come to the right place. I am currently in the process of making a Lord Sesshomaru costume. No idea when I will get it finished or how long it will take, but as I make it, I'll add updates here, an...

Japanese Gift-Wrapping

Japanese-style gift-wrapping, called tsutsumi, uses paper and cloth to create simple but elegant wrappings for gifts, presents and packages. Furoshiki is when a large piece of cloth is used for the wrapping. These techniques are perfect for birthdays...

Miso Soup

Miso soup can be made as a breakfast, an appetizer, a stand-alone soup course, or a full entree.  Its presence in Japanese cooking runs the gamut from home cooking to high cuisine. If you enjoy my exploration of miso soup, please let me know by...

More Japanese Lenses

KOREA :: Korean Lenses

Empty House | Bin-Jip | 3-Iron

The silent love affair between a battered wife and a respectful intruder. Words really do get in the way in 3-Iron (Empty House), a strange, poignant South Korean film from Korean director Kim Ki-Duk in which the central character doesn't utter a si...

A Bittersweet Life (2005) Korean neo-noir thriller

A big hit at the box office, A Bittersweet Life has been hailed by critics as a dazzling neo-noir thriller, chock full of breathtaking cinematography, intriguing characters, and an ample dosage of violence just for good measure. In addition, Lee Byun...

Samaria (Samaritan Girl) - korean teen drama by Kim Ki-Duk

Jae-Young is an amateur prostitute who sleeps with men while her best friend Yeo-Jin 'manages' her, fixing dates, taking care of the money and making sure the coast is clear. When Jae-Young falls in love with one of those man she surpresses her feel...

Korean Wave

"Having heard that my sister Natalie is taking up Korean Lessons in her Foreign Language Class arise my deep enthusiasm and curiosity on what Korean stuff is all about." Korean Wave, a.k.a. Hallyu or Hanryu, was first introduced in the late...

Gwoemul (The Host) Korean Monster Movie by Bong Joon-ho

The Host (Gwoemul - "Monster"), South Korean monster film - the talk of the 2006 Cannes International Film Festival and the latest film from critically acclaimed visionary director Bong Joon-ho, The host has already garnered a substantial a...

More Korean Lenses

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MALAYSIA :: Malaysian Lenses on Squidoo

Desaru - An Unspoilt Seaside Resort in Malaysia

Located on the eastern tip of the Malayan Peninsula, Desaru is a beach and resort area in Johor, Malaysia. Desaru is on the South China Sea, located approximately 88 kilometers east of Johor Bahru and a very popular weekend escape for residents of Si...

Visit To The Cameron Highlands

Cameron Highlands is a beautiful place to visit. The cool climate makes it a relaxing and enjoyable destination. The place is a bit layback but with many interesting activities.

Visiting Kuala Lumpur - Things to Do and See

Kuala Lumpur or KL as it is popularly known, is the capital of the Federation of Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur (literally means "muddy conflucence" in Malay) was found sometime in the mid 1850s with the discovery of tin at the confluence of the Klang and Go...

NEPAL :: TIBET

Tibet, Nepal & South Asia

I started this lens to share my love for South Asia with others. It's an eclectic collection of information and visuals - anything from art and culture to religion and politics. Whatever moves me! Sign the guest book, and if you have a moment, visit m...

Free Tibet!

In 1949, China invaded and absorbed the country of Tibet into their own. The people of Tibet have been protesting and fighting for their independence and rights ever since. This lens has links to historical background, a place to debate what's happeni...

Mt. Everest Video Showcase

Known as Sagarmatha in Nepal and Chomolungma in Tibet, Mt. Everest straddles the Nepal-Tibet border and over the years has seen many triumphs and far too many tragedies. There's nothing like the thrill of seeing Mt. Everest in person. If you're not...

The 14th Dalai Lama: Tenzin Gyatso

Nobel Peace Prize Winner, popularizer of Buddhism and head of the Tibetan Government in Exile. The Dalai Lama's life is a unique convergence of religion, politics and an admirable stand on peace in the face of aggression. This lens focuses on his lif...

Tibet Video Showcase

I created this lens as a "sister" lens to Tibet, Nepal & South Asia to further explore and share all kinds of information about that wonderful part of the world.

PHILIPPINES :: Philippine | Filipino Lenses on Squidoo

Please also consider submitting your Philippines lenses to the Philippines | Filipino | Pinoy group on Squidoo.

Gloria Macapagal Arroyo | President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo,14th and Current Philippine President

"Buckle down to work, help me unite and strengthen our nation." -PGMA Quote Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (born: April 5, 1947), 14th and current president of the Philippines. She is the country's second female president, and the daughter of former Presid...

Balikbayan

Balikbayan - refers to Philippine nationals who are permanently residing abroad including their spouses and children, regardless of nationality or country of birth.  It also refers to those of Filipino descent who acquired foreign citizenship an...

Recently Updated Asia Lenses

Here are the freshest lenses of our members. Let's go check them out to see what has changed. In terms of Squidoo, change is a good thing.

Gloria Macapagal Arroyo | President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo,14th and Current Philippine President, Korean Wave, Bento :: The Art of Japanese Boxed Meal, Japanese Gift-Wrapping, Lord Sesshomaru Costume

Uncategorized Asian Lenses

Groups and lenses about Asia that cannot be categorized under a specific country.

Newly Created Asia Lenses

Welcome to the newest lenses to join the Squidoo family. May you grow strong, live long and prosper!

Vietnam - Laos - Kambodscha, Borneo Orang-Utan-Tour, Cambodia (The Kingdom of Angkor), Bento :: The Art of Japanese Boxed Meal, Learn Vietnamese

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Squidster Thank for adding them, spirituality! Your lenses add depth to this directory. Posted May 14, 2008

spirituality Great way to do a group and thanks for featuring several of my lenses :) Posted May 06, 2008

Squidster Jimmie, they are beautiful and very prolific lenses, and I'm glad you added them to this directory. Posted April 12, 2008

Jimmie Horray! Thanks for featuring my China lenses! :-) Posted April 12, 2008