ASIAN Geographic

ASIAN Geographic is the bi-monthly magazine that scours the region to bring readers the most compelling stories and images from the world's largest and most diverse continent. Readers enjoy a unique melting pot of breathtaking photography and in-depth features covering culture, nature, sustainability issues and exploration into the history of this diverse region. A regular 'Exploration' segment follows brave field editors as they travel deep into Asia's unexplored regions to take readers on a journey.

Early Beginnings Bygone Ball Games • The roots of modern football are planted in various countries, with Asia being the birthplace of two ancestors of the sport – cuju and kemari

Football as a Conservation Tool • In Africa, the beautiful game is helping to preserve the beauty of the environment

Asia’s Sepak Takraw • A Southeast Asian mania, sepak takraw perfectly symbolises a blend of sports and culture

A Continent’s Football Chronicles • Football has made its mark across Asia over the decades and remains one of the continent’s most beloved sports to this day

Budding Talents on the Team • Much has been done to encourage and sustain youth participation in football in Asia, resulting in a scattering of promising potential from young footballers across the region

Women on the Pitch • The number of female footballers has gradually increased over the years, with women in the sport continuing to excel globally

Asian Icons of Football • Asia is proud to be home to a multitude of well-known football teams and players

Football’s Younger Cousin • Given the immense popularity of football worldwide, it’s no wonder that the sport has branched off into several small-sided variations, one of which is futsal

Levelling the Playing Field • Battling the odds that poverty brings about in the Philippines, organisations like the Fairplay For All Foundation work tirelessly to provide numerous individuals – particularly children – with the opportunities they deserve to maximise their potential

Cultural Divergences Between Asia and the West

Pouring Alone at the Prefectural Residence • Quick as a monkey on the ballfield, with a falconʼs grace – Three thousand ladies tilted their heads to watch him, Trampling shiny earrings as they crowded for a view. Standards bobbing, waving, banners flashing, glowing, His spirit pitched high, he went home.

passport • Qatar: Asia’s Second World Cup Host Stadiums, Sights and Food to Taste Along the Way

Foods of Qatar • Be amazed by the multicultural food scene in Qatar, which consists of an amalgamation of traditional and modern cuisines. Food in Qatar has played an important cultural role as it brings people together at festivals and social gatherings. Some world-class restaurants even owe their worldwide recognition to their traditional Qatari dishes.

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