Things to do in Siem Reap besides temples Many people only visit Cambodia for one or two days and spend that short time at the Angkor Wat archeological park, however there are many hidden gems in Cambodia such as the Sihanoukville beaches. Siem Reap is the city where the Angkor Wat archeological park is located…
From the mythological looking like scenery of the Tra su forest, where you can unwind from your busy trip for a few hours observing the wildlife, to the bustling streets of Chau Doc and Ben Tre, the Mekong Delta was one of my favorite places in Vietnam. The combination of tropical nature, very friendly locals,…
Is Luang Prabang worth visiting? Luang Prabang is one of those cities which mixture of culture and nature blend in perfect balance. It is a very laid back city with a rich tradition on storytelling, buddhism and culinary arts. The city is situated in a peninsula in between two rivers, the Mekong and Nam Khan…
One of all the most visited places in Myanmar, the rawest and most mesmerizing is perhaps Inle lake. Resting on the Shan plateau and surrounded by the Shan Hills this natural mirror, where migratory birds passing overhead reflect, glows. Inle lake is a fresh water lake situated 900 meters above sea level and inhabited by…
The sight and sounds as you enter this Buddhist site of devotion transports you to a parallel dimension. Perhaps to a sort of traveler Nirvana, as your thoughts melt away by the wind chimes harmonies and the visual delight of pastel colored stupas. Kakku pagodas: A forest of Buddhist stupas in Myanmar The Mwe Taw…
In the three weeks of my Myanmar visit I only spent one day in Mandalay. Still, it was sufficient for me, to call it one of my favorite places in Asia. From the city spiritual vibe oozing out of every corner, to the friendliness of its people, to the stunning temples, Mandalay is one of…
Bagan is to Myanmar as Angkor Wat to Cambodia, a UNESCO world heritage site with more than 2000 temples spread over an area of 13 x 8 km. Bagan was the capital of the old Pagan kingdom of Myanmar between 800 and 1000 years ago. Even if it is one of the most visited locations…
During my month traveling Vietnam little did I imagine that I was going to be in the area home to the biggest cave in the world. Yes, the biggest cave in the world known to man is located in the Phong Nha area. I got to know about it while doing some research on which…
Angkor Wat 3 days itinerary Angkor Wat temple complex is the largest religious monument in the world and the most visited attraction in Cambodia. In fact, many people come to Cambodia for one or two days, only to visit these mesmerizing temples and watch the sun rising over the Angkor Wat temple, the one that…
Bali, the land of Gods and smiles. As we hear the name it evokes loving fantasies under the full Moon and rice field oasis under swarms of stars. A blissful honeymoon island for lovers and recharge paradise for lost backpackers and newbie travelers. Bali is this and much more. Bali is an island of the…