ASIAN Geographic Magazine - AG 162

In this issue

In this special Green Edition of ASIAN Geographic, we continue our series of “colour editions” with a look at all things green in Asia.
These different shades of green matter a great deal to our region, and I hope this edition helps you to “think green” a little more – whether it’s using less water, considering your Muslim neighbours, or making your next vacation an ecotourism adventure.

Green Dreams

With its tea plantations and rice paddies, dense jungles and expansive forests, the region is well known as a green paradise. But many of the most impressive Asian landscapes have names you may never have heard of. Journey with us as we reveal just some of the incredible locations that make the rest of the world green with envy!

4 mins

Why so Green?

From the Green Dome of the Prophet's Mosque in Medina to the fluorescent greens of flags and political campaigns, Islam has established itself as the world's \"green\" religion

3 mins

The Karakoram Anomaly Decoded

For decades, scientists have believed that glaciers in the Karakoram Range are defying the trend of those across the globe-resisting glacial melt due to human-induced global warming. But as we trek up the Karakoram's second-longest glacier in July, as the United Nations announces the world's hottest ever month on record, does the melting ice beneath our feet suggest the so-called Karakoram Anomaly is slowing? Or is there a ray of hope it will continue to delay the inevitable?

10+ mins

Life On The Edge

In the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, in the remote northern Russian Far East, indigenous ethnic groups like the Chukchi and the Yupik live in the most extreme conditions, hunting seals in their traditional kayaks as they have for millennia

10+ mins

Green Water Revolution

Southeast Asia's Quest to Sustainable Wastewater Management in an Era of Climate Sensitivity

10+ mins

Green Philippines

The Philippine Archipelago may be synonymous with perfect beach holidays, but the Southeast Asian nation is also a great choice for your next ecotourism adventure

7 mins

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ASIAN Geographic Magazine Description:

Asian Geographic Magazine is a bimonthly magazine that covers the culture, nature, and people of Asia. The magazine is known for its stunning photography and informative articles on a wide range of topics, including:

* Culture: Asian Geographic Magazine covers the diverse cultures of Asia, from traditional arts and crafts to modern festivals and events. The magazine also features profiles of influential Asian figures and thought leaders.
* Nature: Asian Geographic Magazine covers the natural wonders of Asia, from its lush rainforests to its towering mountains to its crystal-clear beaches. The magazine also features articles on the region's wildlife and environmental challenges.
* People: Asian Geographic Magazine covers the people of Asia, from their daily lives to their unique traditions and customs. The magazine also features profiles of ordinary people who are doing extraordinary things.

Asian Geographic Magazine is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about Asia. The magazine provides readers with a unique perspective on the region's culture, nature, and people, as well as insights from leading experts and academics.