Battambang, a province of Cambodia, is clad by vast agricultural land, a handful of hilltop Angkorian temples and lovely old French colonial buildings and gorgeous Buddhist wat and pagodas. This old world charm remains untainted by mass tourism despite its proximity to its well-known neighbor – Siem Reap. TOP ATTRACTIONS IN BATTAMBANG FRENCH COLONIAL BUILDINGS Take …
Brunei’s rich heritage is owed to Malay traditions but Islam has won its people’s heart. It maybe small compared to other Southeast Asian countries but this sultanate is glorious and wealthy. Brunei is located in the northwestern coast of Borneo and does not rely on tourism to enhance its economy; the rich oil and gas deposits alone is more than enough …
Two of the three metal-roofed Buddhists monks home constructed over 2,000 years ago which were referred to as “Loha Prasat” have long been shattered. Only one exists today – the magnificent Loha Prasat at Wat Ratchanatdaram complex is the last Buddhist Religious building in the world with metal spire roof. It has gone through renovation for over 100 years. Today, …
Remnants of its glorious past loom over Ipoh’s commercial district, this colossal municipality of Perak is dubbed as “ The Hill City” because it is clad by soaring peaks. Discover the rich and immense history of Ipoh through its heritage trail.