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Main Regions
East, Southeast, South, Central and West Asia
Landscapes
Himalayas, deserts, rainforests, steppes and archipelagos
Climate Zones
Arctic, continental, desert, monsoon and tropical
Time Zone Span
UTC+2 to UTC+12 across key regions
Oceans and Seas
Pacific, Indian, Arctic and Mediterranean basins
Travel Seasons by Region
East Asia
Mar - May and Sep - Nov
Generally mild in many destinations.
Southeast Asia
Nov - Feb
Monsoon timing varies by coast.
South Asia
Oct - Mar
Mountain and monsoon windows differ.
Central Asia
Apr - Jun and Sep - Oct
Comfortable for cities and overland routes.
West Asia
Oct - Apr
Typically milder than summer.
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