+Exotica is a musical genre and aesthetic that emerged in the mid-20th century, evoking idealized, imagined distant lands. It blends elements of [World Music](/wiki/world-music) with lush [Orchestral Music](/wiki/orchestral-music) and lounge jazz, creating a transportive soundscape. This music often features unusual instrumentation, aiming to conjure visions of tropical paradises or mysterious jungles.
+## See also
+- [Lounge Music](/wiki/lounge-music)
+- [Space Age Pop](/wiki/space-age-pop)
+- [Tiki Culture](/wiki/tiki-culture)