Asia, home to the world’s tallest peaks, is a paradise for mountain enthusiasts. While the intimidating heights of the Himalayas dominate the landscape, the continent also boasts a range of accessible ...

The Gobi Desert’s frigid reputation stems largely from its location ... These towering mountains now act like a colossal barrier, blocking rain clouds from moving northward into central Asia. As a ...

Far from being barren wastelands, deserts are biologically rich habitats with a vast array of animals and plants that have adapted to the harsh conditions there. Some deserts are among the planet ...

the backbone of one of Asia’s most remarkable and unexpected ecosystems... In the far south of Oman, the Dhofar Mountains rise dramatically from the desert plains, forming the backbone of one of ...