Oceania & asian empires

Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australiaand Oceania. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds Port Jackson and extends about 70 km (43.5 mi) on its periphery towards the Blue Mountains to the west, Hawkesbury to the north, and Macarthur to the south. Sydney is made up of 658 suburbs, 40 local government areas and 15 contiguous regions. Residents of the city are known as "Sydneysiders". As of June 2017, Sydney's estimated metropolitan population was 5,131,326, and is home to approximately 65% of the state's population.

Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australiaand Oceania. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds Port Jackson and extends about 70 km (43.5 mi) on its periphery towards the Blue Mountains to the west, Hawkesbury to the north, and Macarthur to the south. Sydney is made up of 658 suburbs, 40 local government areas and 15 contiguous regions. Residents of the city are known as "Sydneysiders". As of June 2017, Sydney's estimated metropolitan population was 5,131,326, and is home to approximately 65% of the state's population.

Cairns City is the suburb at the centre of Cairns in the local government area of Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia.It can also be referred to as the Cairns Central Business District (CBD). In the 2011 census, the population of Cairns City was 2,737 people.

Cooktown is a historic town located in the north of Queensland, Australia, along the Endeavour River. The town became a significant stop in the exploration of Australia during Captain James Cook's visit in 1770. Today, Cooktown attracts tourists with its unique atmosphere, blending the heritage of early European explorers with stunning natural landscapes. Visitors can explore the James Cook Museum, which details the history of exploration in the region, and enjoy strolls along picturesque waterfronts and tropical gardens.

In addition to its historical attractions, Cooktown is renowned for its nature. Surrounding the town are numerous nature reserves and parks where tourists can enjoy trekking, wildlife watching, and exploring diverse ecosystems. Beautiful beaches, such as Portland Road, offer opportunities for relaxing getaways and water sports. Cooktown is the perfect destination for those seeking tranquility and the natural beauty of Australia's northern coastline, while also learning about the region's rich historical heritage.

Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory of Australia, situated on the Timor Sea. It is the largest city in the sparsely populated Northern Territory, with a population of 145,916. It is the smallest and most northerly of the Australian capital cities, and acts as the Top End's regional centre.

Komodo is one of the 17,508 islands that comprise the Republic of Indonesia. The island is particularly notable as the habitat of the Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth, which is named after the island. Komodo Island has a surface area of 390 square kilometres and a human population of over two thousand. The people of the island are descendants of former convicts who were exiled to the island and who have mixed with Bugis from Sulawesi. The people are primarily adherents of Islam but there are also Christian and Hindu congregations.

Komodo is part of the Lesser Sunda chain of islands and forms part of the Komodo National Park. In addition, the island is a popular destination for diving. Administratively, it is part of the East Nusa Tenggara province.

Semarang is the capital and largest city of Central Java province in Indonesia. It has an area of 373.78 square kilometres (144.32 sq mi) and a population of approximately 1.8 million people, making it Indonesia's seventh most populous city after Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Bekasi, Medan, and Tangerang. The built-up (metro) area had 3,183,516 inhabitants at the 2010 census spread on 2 cities and 26 districts. Greater Semarang (a.k.a. Kedungsapur) has a population of close to 6 million (see Greater Semarang section), and is located at 6°58′S 110°25′E. A major port during the Dutch colonial era, and still an important regional center and port today, the city has a dominant Javanese population.

Ho Chi Minh City, also known by its former name of Saigon is the most populous city in Vietnam with a population of 8.4 million (13 million in the metropolitan area) as of 2017. Located in southeast Vietnam, the metropolis surrounds the Saigon River and covers about 2,061 square kilometres (796 square miles).

Under the name Saigon, it was the capital of French Indochina from 1887 to 1902 and again from 1945 to 1954. Saigon would later become the capital of South Vietnam from 1955 until its fall in 1975. On 2 July 1976, Saigon merged with the surrounding Gia Định Province and was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City after revolutionary leader Hồ Chí Minh (although the name Sài Gòn is still widely used).

Ho Chi Minh City is the financial centre of Vietnam and is classifed as a Beta+ World City by Globalization and World Cities Research Network. It is home to the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange, the largest stock exchange by total market capitalization in Vietnam and the headquarters of many national and international banks and companies.

Ho Chi Minh City is the most visited city in Vietnam, with 6.3 million visitors in 2017. Many of the city's landmarks which are well known to international visitors include the Bến Thành Market, Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, Independence Palace and the Municipal Theatre. The main passenger airport serving the metropolitan area is Tan Son Nhat International Airport, it is the busiest airport in Vietnam handling 36 million passengers in 2017.

Ho Chi Minh City, also known by its former name of Saigon is the most populous city in Vietnam with a population of 8.4 million (13 million in the metropolitan area) as of 2017. Located in southeast Vietnam, the metropolis surrounds the Saigon River and covers about 2,061 square kilometres (796 square miles).

Under the name Saigon, it was the capital of French Indochina from 1887 to 1902 and again from 1945 to 1954. Saigon would later become the capital of South Vietnam from 1955 until its fall in 1975. On 2 July 1976, Saigon merged with the surrounding Gia Định Province and was officially renamed Ho Chi Minh City after revolutionary leader Hồ Chí Minh (although the name Sài Gòn is still widely used).

Ho Chi Minh City is the financial centre of Vietnam and is classifed as a Beta+ World City by Globalization and World Cities Research Network. It is home to the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange, the largest stock exchange by total market capitalization in Vietnam and the headquarters of many national and international banks and companies.

Ho Chi Minh City is the most visited city in Vietnam, with 6.3 million visitors in 2017. Many of the city's landmarks which are well known to international visitors include the Bến Thành Market, Ho Chi Minh City Hall, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, Independence Palace and the Municipal Theatre. The main passenger airport serving the metropolitan area is Tan Son Nhat International Airport, it is the busiest airport in Vietnam handling 36 million passengers in 2017.

Kompong Som (Sihanoukville)

Bangkok is the capital and most populous city of Thailand. It is known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon or simply Krung Thep. The city occupies 1,568.7 square kilometres (605.7 sq mi) in the Chao Phraya River delta in central Thailand, and has a population of over eight million, or 12.6 percent of the country's population. Over fourteen million people (22.2 percent) lived within the surrounding Bangkok Metropolitan Region at the 2010 census, making Bangkok the nation's primate city, significantly dwarfing Thailand's other urban centres in terms of importance.

Bangkok is the capital and most populous city of Thailand. It is known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon or simply Krung Thep. The city occupies 1,568.7 square kilometres (605.7 sq mi) in the Chao Phraya River delta in central Thailand, and has a population of over eight million, or 12.6 percent of the country's population. Over fourteen million people (22.2 percent) lived within the surrounding Bangkok Metropolitan Region at the 2010 census, making Bangkok the nation's primate city, significantly dwarfing Thailand's other urban centres in terms of importance.

Among the tropical islands of Thailand, Koh Samui stands out with its unique nature and atmosphere. This island attracts travelers from all over the world with its white sandy beaches, picturesque waterfalls, and dense jungles. It's an ideal place for relaxation, whether it’s engaging in water sports, exploring nature, or simply enjoying peace and beauty.

Moreover, Koh Samui is known for its cultural heritage, including many Buddhist temples and sanctuaries. One of the most famous is the Big Buddha Temple, which is not only a religious center but also one of the island's main attractions. The local cuisine, featuring fresh seafood and exotic fruits, will make the trip even more exciting and delicious.

Сингапур довольно необычный город Азии — это город-государство,  которое расположилось на островах в Индийском океане. Его колониальные кварталы, храмы, музеи, великолепны парки, аттракционы, современные небоскребы и крупнейший морской порт, придают городу уникальный колорит и неповторимость. Город получил важное экономическое и политическое значение среди стран Восточной Азии. Все основные достопримечательности сосредоточены в четырех районах города. Основными из них являются: здание Импресс-Плейс-Билдинг, армянская церковь Св. Грегора-Святителя, Концертный зал и театр Виктории, англиканский собор Св. Андрея, католический собор Гуд-Шеферд, здания Парламента,  а так же много других памятников архитектуры, дворцов, храмов и просто интересных улиц и кварталов.

Сингапур довольно необычный город Азии — это город-государство,  которое расположилось на островах в Индийском океане. Его колониальные кварталы, храмы, музеи, великолепны парки, аттракционы, современные небоскребы и крупнейший морской порт, придают городу уникальный колорит и неповторимость. Город получил важное экономическое и политическое значение среди стран Восточной Азии. Все основные достопримечательности сосредоточены в четырех районах города. Основными из них являются: здание Импресс-Плейс-Билдинг, армянская церковь Св. Грегора-Святителя, Концертный зал и театр Виктории, англиканский собор Св. Андрея, католический собор Гуд-Шеферд, здания Парламента,  а так же много других памятников архитектуры, дворцов, храмов и просто интересных улиц и кварталов.

Сингапур довольно необычный город Азии — это город-государство,  которое расположилось на островах в Индийском океане. Его колониальные кварталы, храмы, музеи, великолепны парки, аттракционы, современные небоскребы и крупнейший морской порт, придают городу уникальный колорит и неповторимость. Город получил важное экономическое и политическое значение среди стран Восточной Азии. Все основные достопримечательности сосредоточены в четырех районах города. Основными из них являются: здание Импресс-Плейс-Билдинг, армянская церковь Св. Грегора-Святителя, Концертный зал и театр Виктории, англиканский собор Св. Андрея, католический собор Гуд-Шеферд, здания Парламента,  а так же много других памятников архитектуры, дворцов, храмов и просто интересных улиц и кварталов.

Kota Kinabalu, formerly known as Jesselton, is the capital of Sabah state and the Kota Kinabalu District in Malaysia. Located on the northwest coast of Borneo facing the South China Sea, the city is near the Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and Mount Kinabalu, which inspired its name. The metropolitan area has a population of over 600,000.

In the 15th century, the area was influenced by the Bruneian Empire. In the 19th century, the British North Borneo Company established a settlement called Jesselton, which was heavily damaged during World War II. After the war, it became the capital of North Borneo and was renamed Kota Kinabalu in 1967. The city gained official city status in 2000.

Today, Kota Kinabalu is a major industrial and tourist hub in East Malaysia and a popular gateway for travelers visiting Sabah and Borneo. Its rapid growth is driven by tourism and economic development.

Puerto Princesa is a city on the island of Palawan in the Philippines, widely known for one of the natural wonders of the world — the Puerto Princesa Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This subterranean system of caves and rivers, passing through limestone formations, attracts travelers from around the globe with the opportunity to ride a boat along the river and see stalactites, stalagmites, and a unique ecosystem. The city also serves as a starting point for exploring the breathtaking nature of Palawan: tropical forests, coastlines, and nature reserves.

In addition to its natural attractions, Puerto Princesa is known for its clean streets, friendly atmosphere, and well-developed tourist infrastructure. Here you can taste fresh seafood, visit night markets, or go on island-hopping tours in Honda Bay. The city actively promotes ecotourism, maintaining a balance between development and environmental preservation. For travelers seeking a combination of adventure, relaxation, and immersion in Filipino culture, Puerto Princesa is becoming an increasingly attractive destination.

Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is located on the shores of Luzon Island and bordered by Manila Bay. Within the old city of Intramuros, built by the Spanish in 1571, you can find preserved Spanish architectural monuments and churches. The city is also home to the country's main port, which plays a vital role in the Philippine economy. Manila is famous for industries such as chemical, electronics, textiles, food production, and tobacco manufacturing.

For tourists, the Chinatown district is particularly interesting, where pearl and gold products can be purchased. Visitors can also explore various museums and basilicas and enjoy the beauty of Rizal Park. Moreover, Manila is a shopping paradise, offering all the world-famous brands at prices significantly lower than those in Europe.

Kaohsiung — The Maritime Gateway to Taiwan with the Heart of a Megacity and the Soul of the Tropics

Welcome to Kaohsiung — a vibrant city on Taiwan's southern coast, where the energy of the port blends seamlessly with the peaceful atmosphere of the ocean. Not just an industrial hub, but a cultural center that impresses with its mild climate, abundant nature, and lively atmosphere. In 2009, Kaohsiung hosted the World Games, solidifying its status as an important international hub. Here, the sun shines almost every day, and the horizon, where mountain ridges, bays, and modern buildings meet, never fails to captivate.

Travelers will find a wealth of experiences: from tranquil walks along the Love River to breathtaking views from the summit of Mount Shoushan. The city also offers immense cultural diversity, from the ancient streets of the Zuoyin district to the village of Meinong, where traditional crafts can be admired. Kaohsiung is not just a place on the map; it's a journey into an atmosphere where nature, history, and modernity blend into a unique experience.

Taiwan it is a state in East Asia. It includes the neighbors of the Republic of China  and the Philippines to the south. It is not a member of the United Nations.

The island of Taiwan was formerly known as the island of mass migration. The island was annexed in 1683 by the Qing dynasty, the last dynasty. The Qing ceded Taiwan to Japan in 1895 after the Sino-Japanese War. The Republic of China (ROC) was established after the fall of the Qing dynasty. The following is the Japanese surrender to the Allies in 1945; However, it’s not a problem, but it’s not a problem. It has been up to 99% of its de facto territory. The United States of America is the United States of America in the United States of America until 1971, when it’s lost.

Busan, formerly known as Pusan and now officially Busan Metropolitan City, is South Korea's second most-populous city after Seoul, with a population of over 3.5 million inhabitants. It is the economic, cultural and educational center of southeastern Korea, with its port—Korea's busiest and the 9th-busiest in the world—only about 120 miles (190 km) from the Japanese islands of Kyushu and Honshu. The surrounding "Southeast Economic Zone" (including Ulsan and South Gyeongsang) is now South Korea's largest industrial area.

Nagasaki is the capital and the largest city of Nagasaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in Japan. The city's name means "long cape" in Japanese. Nagasaki became a centre of colonial Portuguese and Dutch influence in the 16th through 19th centuries, and the Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region have been recognized and included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Part of Nagasaki was home to a major Imperial Japanese Navy base during the First Sino-Japanese War and Russo-Japanese War.

During World War II, the American atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki made Nagasaki the second and, to date, last city in the world to experience a nuclear attack (at 11:02 a.m., August 9, 1945 'Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)').

As of 1 March 2017, the city has an estimated population of 425,723 and a population density of 1,000 people per km2. The total area is 406.35 km2 (156.89 sq mi).

Beppu is a city in Ōita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan, at the west end of Beppu Bay. As of March 31, 2017, the city had a population of 122,643 and a population density of 980/km2 (2,500/sq mi). The total area is 125.13 km2 (48.31 sq mi). Beppu is famous for its hot springs.

Nagoya is the largest city in the Chūbu region of Japan. It is Japan's fourth-largest incorporated city and the third-most-populous urban area. It is located on the Pacific coast on central Honshu. It is the capital of Aichi Prefectureand is one of Japan's major ports along with those of Tokyo, Osaka, Kobe, Yokohama, Chiba, and Kitakyushu. It is also the center of Japan's third-largest metropolitan region, known as the Chūkyō metropolitan area. As of 2015, 2.28 million people lived in the city, part of Chūkyō Metropolitan Area's 10.11 million people. It is also one of the 50 largest urban areas in the world.

Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, one of the 47 prefectures of Japan, has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. As of 2014, the Greater Tokyo Arearanked as the most populous metropolitan area in the world. The urban area houses the seat of the Emperor of Japan, of the Japanese government and of the National Diet. Tokyo forms part of the Kantō region on the southeastern side of Japan's main island, Honshu, and includes the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands. Tokyo was formerly named Edo when Shōgun Tokugawa Ieyasu made the city his headquarters in 1603. It became the capital after Emperor Meiji moved his seat to the city from Kyoto in 1868; at that time Edo was renamed Tokyo. Tokyo Metropolis formed in 1943 from the merger of the former Tokyo Prefecture  and the city of Tokyo. Tokyo is often referred to as a city but is officially known and governed as a "metropolitan prefecture", which differs from and combines elements of a city and a prefecture, a characteristic unique to Tokyo.

The 23 Special Wards of Tokyo were formerly Tokyo City. On July 1, 1943, it merged with Tokyo Prefecture and became Tokyo Metropolis with an additional 26 municipalities in the western part of the prefecture, and the Izu islandsand Ogasawara islands south of Tokyo. The population of the special wards is over 9 million people, with the total population of Tokyo Metropolis exceeding 13.8 million. The prefecture is part of the world's most populous metropolitan area called the Greater Tokyo Area with over 38 million people and the world's largest urban agglomeration economy. As of 2011, Tokyo hosted 51 of the Fortune Global 500 companies, the highest number of any city in the world at that time. Tokyo ranked third (twice) in the International Financial Centres Development Index. The city is home to various television networks such as Fuji TV, Tokyo MX, TV Tokyo, TV Asahi, Nippon Television, NHK and the Tokyo Broadcasting System.

Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, one of the 47 prefectures of Japan, has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. As of 2014, the Greater Tokyo Arearanked as the most populous metropolitan area in the world. The urban area houses the seat of the Emperor of Japan, of the Japanese government and of the National Diet. Tokyo forms part of the Kantō region on the southeastern side of Japan's main island, Honshu, and includes the Izu Islands and Ogasawara Islands. Tokyo was formerly named Edo when Shōgun Tokugawa Ieyasu made the city his headquarters in 1603. It became the capital after Emperor Meiji moved his seat to the city from Kyoto in 1868; at that time Edo was renamed Tokyo. Tokyo Metropolis formed in 1943 from the merger of the former Tokyo Prefecture  and the city of Tokyo. Tokyo is often referred to as a city but is officially known and governed as a "metropolitan prefecture", which differs from and combines elements of a city and a prefecture, a characteristic unique to Tokyo.

The 23 Special Wards of Tokyo were formerly Tokyo City. On July 1, 1943, it merged with Tokyo Prefecture and became Tokyo Metropolis with an additional 26 municipalities in the western part of the prefecture, and the Izu islandsand Ogasawara islands south of Tokyo. The population of the special wards is over 9 million people, with the total population of Tokyo Metropolis exceeding 13.8 million. The prefecture is part of the world's most populous metropolitan area called the Greater Tokyo Area with over 38 million people and the world's largest urban agglomeration economy. As of 2011, Tokyo hosted 51 of the Fortune Global 500 companies, the highest number of any city in the world at that time. Tokyo ranked third (twice) in the International Financial Centres Development Index. The city is home to various television networks such as Fuji TV, Tokyo MX, TV Tokyo, TV Asahi, Nippon Television, NHK and the Tokyo Broadcasting System.