Also called the Indian subcontinent, its boundaries are marked by the Himalayas to the north, the Indian Ocean to the south, the Arabian Sea to the west and the Bay of Bengal to the east. It is a region of stunning contrasts, captivating travelers with its varied mix of cultures, magnificent landscapes and rich history. From the sun-drenched deserts of Iran to the misty mountains of Bhutan, each country in this region offers a unique and fascinating adventure.

Along with the Far East, it is one of the most populated regions in the world, with almost 2 billion inhabitants. Its immense cultural heritage is the result of thousands of years of exchanges and human development, being a true tapestry of wonderful and unique experiences. It offers a kaleidoscope of cultures, landscapes and gastronomy that captivates all the senses.

This populous destination has an astonishing variety of geographical landscapes, such as glaciers, jungles, valleys, deserts and grasslands, with a climate that varies from tropical monsoon in the south to temperate in the north.

From Iran with its ancient Persepolis, where the ruins of the Persian Empire bear witness to its past glory, the examples of Mughal architecture of Pakistan, the gigantic, rich and colorful India, Sri Lanka, the teardrop of India, the Bengali Sundarbans, the paradisiacal beaches of the Maldives and the mysterious high mountain enclaves of Nepal and Bhutan, offer an endless list of exciting experiences and sensations.

South Asia stands out for its cultural, historical and geographical diversity, with bustling cities, ancient buildings, breathtaking natural landscapes and paradisiacal beaches. A melting pot of diverse cultures, languages, religions and traditions, it is home to some of the world's oldest religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism, which, with their immense cultural heritage, support multicultural societies.