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http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide Travel to South East Asia Sun, 29 May 2005 06:38:36 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 Attapeu: Laos Attapeu province is rugged,wild and very scenic, but transportation is very difficult, especially by land in the rainy season. Officially, the provincial capital of Attapeu is called Muang Amakhi Xai, but is usually referred to as Attapeu. Its main attraction are the numerous beautiful gardens, which made the city ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/287/attapeu-laos/ Bokeo: Laos The northwestern Lao province of Bokeo is best known for the provincial capital of Huay Xai which forms the launching point into Laos for all arriving from northern Thailand. The three country borders intersection (Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar), known as the "Golden Triangle", is located here. Several groups ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/286/bokeo-laos/ Bolikhamxai: Laos Bolikhamxai (or Borikhane) is a province of Laos, located in the middle of the country. The province was formed in 1983 from parts of the Vientiane province and Khammouan. In Khamkuet district there is a karst limestone scenery, which is largest in south east Asia. http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/285/bolikhamxai-laos/ Champassak: Laos There is only one road in Champassak which starts from the ferry landing to S through the village. The center of the village is a place of a roundabout. All GHs, restaurants, a bank and government buildings are located around this roundabout or on this road. It is possible ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/284/champassak-laos/ Houa Phan: Laos Laos, Houa Phan - Houa Phan province is situated in the northeast of Laos and was the base of the Lao People's Revolutionary Army activities. There are over 100 caves in the Vieng Xai district of Houa Phanh many of which were used as hideouts and bunkers during ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/283/houa-phan-laos/ Khammouane: Laos Khammouane province contains two vast wilderness areas known as the Khammuane Limestone National Biodiversity Conservation Area and the Nakai - Nam Theun National Biodiversity Conservation Area. The province contains many limestone mountains, cave systems, and rivers flowing down the mountain slops and through the caves. Tham (cave) Khon Lore ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/282/khammouane-laos/ Luang Namtha: Laos Luang Namtha province is located in the northwest of Laos, bordered by Myanmar in the northwest, China to the north, Oudomsay province to the southeast, and Bokeo province to the southwest. The town itself is a planned town. The streets are too wide and each block is too ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/281/luang-namtha-laos/ Luang Prapang: Laos Information will be available soon.... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/280/luang-prapang-laos/ Oudomxai: Laos The chief town of the province of Oudomxai, also called Muong Oudomxai, is on the road which carries out of Luang Prabang to Luang Namtha. The city was entirely destroyed by successive bombardments during the war. It is rebuilt after the war and becomes today a significant commercial crossroads ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/279/oudomxai-laos/ Phongsali: Laos Phongsali, with its strong Chinese influence and large number of local ethnic groups, is one of the most fascinating and unique towns in Laos. The picturesque Chinese Quarter features narrow, crowded cobblestone streets lined with small, low-roofed houses made of wood and stone. Simple decorative details are carved or ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/278/phongsali-laos/ Salavan: Laos Salavan is a small, laid back country town of 40000 inhabitants does not see many tourists. People are friendly. It doesn't have any real sights to offer, and only the post office remains from the French colonial aera. The Bolaven Plateau is covered in the Champassak section. Click Here ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/277/salavan-laos/ Savannakhet: Laos Savannakhet is the Laos's most populous province and is a very active trade junction between Thailand and Vietman. The town itself can be easily explored by foot and has a number of interesting temples, including Vietnamese temple and school and a large Catholic church. Much of the town's architecture ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/276/savannakhet-laos/ Sayaboury: Laos Sayabouri province is quite close to Vientiane, but being quite mountainous is quite remote. The province shares its borders with six Thai provinces. The capital of the province, Sayabouri is on the banks of the Nam Hung, a tributary of the Mekong. The province houses the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/275/sayaboury-laos/ Sekong: Laos Sekong Province is best known for the Bolaven Plateau, which also extends into Attapeu, Champassak and Salavan and provinces. The Bolaven Plateau is covered in the Champassak section. Click Here to find out about the Bolaven Plateau. The plateau is best accessed from Pakse, in Champassak ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/274/sekong-laos/ Vientiane: Laos Most of Vientiane's sights are spread around the town. Bicycle is the best way to get around. Rental costs about 4000+kip/day. In 1827 Vientiane had been conquered and sacked by a Siamese army. For decades the town lay in ruins, until the French, at the beginning of their colonial ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/273/vientiane-laos/ Xieng Khouang: Laos The town of Xieng Khouang was totally destroyed during the Vietnam War. Even though it has been rebuilt in 1975, the name Xieng Khouang is now primarily used in reference to the province of the same name. Its capital city, Phonsavan, still has an eerie "edge of the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/272/xieng-khouang-laos/ Bac Can: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/271/bac-can-vietnam/ Bach Long Vi: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/270/bach-long-vi-vietnam/ Banmethuot: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/269/banmethuot-vietnam/ Ba-Xuyen: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/268/ba-xuyen-vietnam/ Bienhoa Town: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/267/bienhoa-town-vietnam/ Ca Mau: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/266/ca-mau-vietnam/ Cao Bang: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/265/cao-bang-vietnam/ Con Son: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/264/con-son-vietnam/ Cu Chi: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/263/cu-chi-vietnam/ Cuc Phuong: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/262/cuc-phuong-vietnam/ Da Nang: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/261/da-nang-vietnam/ Dalat: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/260/dalat-vietnam/ Dien bien phu: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/259/dien-bien-phu-vietnam/ Dong Hoi: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/258/dong-hoi-vietnam/ Ha Tinh: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/257/ha-tinh-vietnam/ Haiphong: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/256/haiphong-vietnam/ Halong bay: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/255/halong-bay-vietnam/ Hanoi: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/254/hanoi-vietnam/ Ho Chi Minh City: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/253/ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam/ Hoa Binh: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/252/hoa-binh-vietnam/ Hoa Lu: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/251/hoa-lu-vietnam/ Hoang Sa: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/250/hoang-sa-vietnam/ Hoi an: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/249/hoi-an-vietnam/ Hue: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/248/hue-vietnam/ Huyen Tran: Vietnam http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/247/huyen-tran-vietnam/ Lang Son: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/246/lang-son-vietnam/ Lao Cai: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/245/lao-cai-vietnam/ Mekong delta: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/244/mekong-delta-vietnam/ Mo Cay, Ben Tre: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/243/mo-cay-ben-tre-vietnam/ Mong Cai: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/242/mong-cai-vietnam/ My Son: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/241/my-son-vietnam/ Nam Dinh: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/240/nam-dinh-vietnam/ Nha Trang: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/239/nha-trang-vietnam/ Phan Thiet: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/238/phan-thiet-vietnam/ Phou Quoc Island: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/237/phou-quoc-island-vietnam/ Phu Lien: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/236/phu-lien-vietnam/ Phu Quoc: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/235/phu-quoc-vietnam/ Pleiku: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/234/pleiku-vietnam/ Qui Nhon: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/233/qui-nhon-vietnam/ Rach Gia: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/232/rach-gia-vietnam/ Sapa: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/231/sapa-vietnam/ Son La: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/230/son-la-vietnam/ Song Tu Tay: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/229/song-tu-tay-vietnam/ Tay ninh: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/228/tay-ninh-vietnam/ Thai Nguyen: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/227/thai-nguyen-vietnam/ Thanh Hoa: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/226/thanh-hoa-vietnam/ Tho Chu: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/225/tho-chu-vietnam/ Truong Sa: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/224/truong-sa-vietnam/ Tuy Hoa: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/223/tuy-hoa-vietnam/ Vinh: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/222/vinh-vietnam/ Vung Tau: Vietnam Information will be available soon... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/221/vung-tau-vietnam/ Abdul Gaffoor Mosque : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/220/abdul-gaffoor-mosque-singapore/ Armenian Church : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/219/armenian-church-singapore/ Central Sikh Temple : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/218/central-sikh-temple-singapore/ Hajjah Fatimah Mosque : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/217/hajjah-fatimah-mosque-singapore/ Jamae Chulia Mosque : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/216/jamae-chulia-mosque-singapore/ Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Temple : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/215/kong-meng-san-phor-kark-see-temple-singapore/ Lian Shan Shuang Lin Temple : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/214/lian-shan-shuang-lin-temple-singapore/ Maghain Aboth Synagogue : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/213/maghain-aboth-synagogue-singapore/ Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/212/sakya-muni-buddha-gaya-temple-singapore/ Sri Mariamman Temple : Singapore\ Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/211/sri-mariamman-temple-singapore/ Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... 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http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/205/tan-si-chong-su-temple-singapore/ Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church : Singapore Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/204/telok-ayer-chinese-methodist-church-singapore/ The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/203/the-cathedral-of-the-good-shepherd-singapore/ Thian Hock Keng Temple Information will be availalble very soon ..... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/202/thian-hock-keng-temple-singapore/ Bali Travel Guide Bali, a tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago, is so picturesque and immaculate, it could almost be a painted backdrop. Synonymous with style, entertainment and fun, Bali attracts large volumes of tourists. A unique atmosphere is created by rice paddies tripping down hillsides like giant steps, volcanoes soaring ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/201/bali-indonesia/ Batam Travel Guide Batam is one of the islands in the Riau Islands province of Indonesia, 415 km², with about 600,000 inhabitants, of whom about 85% are Malay and 14% are Chinese. About 45 minutes by ferry from Singapore it has grown from a small village into one of Indonesia's industrial centres ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/200/batam-indonesia/ Bintan Travel Guide Bintan Island or Negeri Segantang Lada is an island of 1,866 square kilometer making part of the Riau Islands province of Indonesia. It is the largest of 3,200 islands in the Riau Archipelago. Bintan Island is located about 48 km (30 miles) southeast of Singapore. Because of the strategic location ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/199/bintan-indonesia/ Flores Travel Guide Flores is one of the most beautiful islands of the Indonesian archipelago. Lying close to the equator, Flores is a long, narrow and rugged island marked with dramatic volcanoes and beautiful mountain lakes and forests. Strategically located between the bigger islands of Java and Timor, it is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/198/flores-indonesia/ Hinako Travel Guide Hinako island is located in Pulau Nias, many tourist object in here such as Surfing, lake, traditional culture, etc. Located in the Hinako group of islands, west of Nias, West Sumatra is the Island of Asu. For the past 5 years, Steve Stewart & Mark "Max" Grant of ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/197/hinako-indonesia/ Irian jaya Travel Guide Irian Jaya is a hot humid island rising from the sea with some of the most impenetrable jungles in the world and yet also has snow caps covering 5000 meter high mountain peaks towering over glacier lakes. Irian Jaya is Indonesia's largest and easternmost province and covers ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/196/irian-jaya-indonesia/ Java Travel Guide Java is an island of Indonesia, and the site of its capital city, Jakarta. It is the most populous island in the world, indeed it has a larger population than either the continents of Australia or Antarctica (see the list of islands by population). Java is located in ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/195/java-indonesia/ Kalimantan Travel Guide Kalimantan is the Indonesian part of the island of Borneo. It occupies the central and southern regions of the island. Kalimantan is one of the least visited parts of Indonesia. The main reason for this is that it takes a long time and a fair amount of money ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/194/kalimantan-indonesia/ Komodo Travel Guide Komodo is famous for its dragons. Giant lizards (probably not the right technical term) that can swallow an entire goat. The area of Komodo, primary destination, is incredible. The abundance of life, unbelievable reefs and walls make it among the most spetacular in the world. The only village ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/193/komodo-indonesia/ Krakatoa Travel Guide Krakatoa (Indonesian name: Krakatau) is a volcano on the Indonesian island of Rakata in the Sunda Strait. It has erupted repeatedly, massively and with disastrous consequences throughout recorded history, notably in 416, but the most well known of these events occurred in August 1883. Krakatoa is an Island ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/192/krakatoa-indonesia/ Lombok Travel Guide On the island of Lombok is located the large, stratovolcano of Gunung Rinjani that is part of Segara Anak Caldera. Rinjani stretches to about 3 miles (5 km) in diameter. This caldera has been active as recently as 1966. Lombok has gotten more popular over the past few ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/191/lombok-indonesia/ Angkor Wat Travel Guide Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Angkor, Cambodia and is the work of Suryavarman II (1113-1150 AD). It is the best preserved example of Khmer architecture, lying less than a mile to the south of the royal city. The temples at Angkor are spread out over ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/190/angkor-wat-cambodia/ Battambang Travel Guide Battambang is Cambodia’s second most populous city and likely boasts the highest statue to resident ratio in the country. Ah, yes, the Battambang statues – every circle, every park, every plaza sports a statue. If you do visit Battambang, try to arrive by one of the many boats ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/189/battambang-cambodia/ Choeung Ek Travel Guide Choeung Ek, the site of a former orchard about 17km south of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is the best-known of the sites known as The Killing Fields, where the Khmer Rouge regime executed about 17,000 people between 1975 and 1979. Mass graves containing more than 8,000 bodies were ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/188/choeung-ek-cambodia/ Kampong Cham Travel Guide Kampong Cham is a province in the east of Cambodia. Its capital is Kampong Cham. Kampong Cham is a port city on the banks of the Mekong River about 50 kilometres north of Phnom penh. Close to the town is the temple complex of Wat Nokor, a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/187/kampong-cham-cambodia/ Kep Travel Guide The sleepy seaside town of Kep wasn't always so sleepy. Before Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge kicked everybody out, this was Cambodias major tourist destination. Evidence of this can be seen everywhere, from the hollowed out remains of what were once lavish beach resorts to the overgrown ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/186/kep-cambodia/ Krong Koh Kong Travel Guide Krong Koh Kong is a coastal village in the south-west corner of Cambodia. To the north are the Cardaman mountains. The island is only 80 km away from Thailand's island Koh chang. This part of Cambodia is still relatively undeveloped for tourism but the potential is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/185/krong-koh-kong-cambodia/ Phnom Penh Travel Guide Pnomh Penh is the capital of Cambodia. It is a great city with lots of things to do and see. The town is spread out on the banks of two rivers. Situated in the center of the country, the capital has a long history that dates ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/184/phnom-penh-cambodia/ Ratanakiri Province Travel Guide Ratanakiri is located approx. 600 km north of Phnom penh . It is bordering with Vietnam and Laos . There’s not a whole lot written about Ratanakiri province because not a whole lot of people have been there. Ratanakiri Province is in Cambodia's mountainous northeastern corner. Jungle, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/183/ratanakiri-province-cambodia/ Siem reap Travel Guide Siem Reap is a small colonial town just north of Southeast Asia’s largest lake, Tonle Sap. The name Siam Reap actually means the "defeat of Siam" — today’s Thailand. It is quite a small town and you can walk around to see the city. It is reported ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/182/siem-reap-cambodia/ Sihanoukville Travel Guide Cambodia's main port town, and also the one place in Cambodia somewhat reknown for it's beaches. About a three hours bussing it from Phnom Penh, or alternatively one can arrive from the Koh Kong border crossing with Thailand by boat. Sihanoukville has big plans and just the recent ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/181/sihanoukville-cambodia/ Tonle Bati Travel Guide Not far South of Phnom Penh on the route to Phnom Chisor is a 12th Century temple, Ta Prohm, built by Jayavaraman VII (1181-1201). Consecrated to the Buddha and the Brahma, the temple is noted for its refined bas reliefs. Nearby is a smaller temple, Yeay Peau, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/180/tonle-bati-cambodia/ Bangar Travel Guide BANGAR stands on the Sungei Temburong in the hilly Temburong District. Bangar can only by reached by a hair-raising speedboat journey from Bandar (B$7). The boats scream through narrow mangrove estuaries that are home to crocodiles and proboscis monkeys, swooping around corners and narrowly missing vessels travelling the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/176/bangar-brunei/ Bandar Seri Begawan Travel Guide Bandar Seri Begawan, estimated population 46,229 (1991), is the capital of the Sultanate of Brunei. The city is the home of producers of furniture, textiles, handicrafts, and timber. It is the site of the Royal Ceremonial Hall, Royal Regalia Building and the Brunei History Center. This city ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/175/bandar-seri-begawan-brunei/ Kota Batu Travel Guide Kota Batu is a city that bearly shows up on a map in a country that is a small dot. The small city was once the capital of Brunei. Although not many people have heard of brunei it is one of the richest countries in the world. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/179/kota-batu-brunei/ Kuala Belait Travel Guide Last stop on the road to Miri, it is a small town that houses the Kuala Belait Boat Club (KBBC) and has minor shopping facilities and no night life. Some Chinese restaurants are worth a visit for local food - Meng Fang's, The Orchid Rooms and the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/178/kuala-belait-brunei/ Seria Travel Guide Oil town of Brunei Shell Petroleum. Nothing much to see here. Minor shopping facilities and a decrepit cinema. Headquarters to the British Army units stationed in Brunei. http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/177/seria-brunei/ Maluku Travel Guide The Maluku Islands (also known as the Moluccas, Moluccan Islands or simply Maluku) are a part of Indonesia. They are located on the Australian continental plate, lying east of Sulawesi (Celebes), west of New Guinea, and north of Timor. The islands were also historically known as the "Spice ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/174/maluku-indonesia/ Medan Travel Guide Medan (pop. 1 806 000) in northern Sumatra serves as a gateway city to such attractions as Lake Toba, Aceh Province (beautiful scenery and traditional dancing) and Krk island (rugged tropical and undeveloped island). In Medan visit the Sultan’s Palace the old Dutch fort the Grand Mosque and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/173/medan-indonesia/ Nias Selatan Travel Guide Nias Selatan located in Nias Island, many turis object in here such as Desa Bawomataluo, Lagundri / Sorake beach, Hilisimaetanö, Gomo, Mo`ale beach, Pulau - Pulau Batu, Tello, etc. Nias Selatan is central Nias tourism. It is one in the chain of islands ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/172/nias-selatan-indonesia/ Papandayan Mountain Travel Guide The volcanic Mount Papandayan in Garut district, West Java, has been erupting continuously for the past week, prompting thousands of villagers to flee their homes. he highest part of the crater floor lies to the southeast. It is ~6600 feet (2000 m) high and sits ~800 feet ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/171/papandayan-mountain-indonesia/ Pelabuhan Ratu Travel Guide Formerly just a traditional fishing village, Pelabuhan Ratu has grown into a lovely holiday resort, while retaining much of its former charm. Pelabuhan Ratu translates into Harbor Queen; being called that in respect of the Goddess of the South Sea's , known to the Sudanese people as ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/170/pelabuhan-ratu-indonesia/ Sulawesi Travel Guide Sulawesi (or Celebes) is a large Indonesian island. It is the world's 11th largest island covering an area of 174,600 km². Sulawesu has the strangest shape of all Indonesian islands. It consists of four peninsulas. The most visited peninsula is the south western. The funural festivals of Tana ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/169/sulawesi-indonesia/ Sumatra Travel Guide Sumatra (also spelled Sumatara and Sumatera) is the sixth largest island of the world (approximately 470,000 km²) and is the largest part of Indonesia. However, its population is only 40 million due to the uninhabited jungle regions. Containing dense tropical rainforests, huge rivers flowing sluggishly, active volcanoes ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/168/sumatra-indonesia/ Sumba Travel Guide South of Flores, between Sumbawa and Timor lays an island where the traditional customs are among the best preserved in Nusa Tenggara. The population of Sumba reaches about 600.000, the capital is Waingapu. Today much of the population are Christians, some are Muslims while a large minority still adhere ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/167/sumba-indonesia/ Sumbawa Travel Guide Sumbawa is the vastest Goverment Regency in the West Nusa Tenggara Province. It's 8,493 Km2 and incorporates 38 small islands. The population is about half a million. The main island of Sumbawa is larger than Bali and Lombok combined. Its divided into three administrative districts or regencies that ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/166/sumbawa-indonesia/ East Timor Travel Guide East Timor became the world’s newest independent state. The island of Timor lies towards the eastern end of the chain of Indonesian islands running from Malaya, through Sumatra and Java, to new Guinea. The island is divided into two parts. Most of the western half remains ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/165/east-timor-indonesia/ Wakatobi Travel Guide Hidden in the midst of a remote island archipelago known as Tukang Besi, reaching Wakatobi from the U.S. involved a substantial journey, with stopovers in Singapore and Bali. Transiting through the smaller Indonesian cities of Ujung Pandang and Kendari, my trip culminated in a 14-hour,overnight ferry transit, since ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/164/wakatobi-indonesia/ Chon Buri Travel Guide Chon Buri is its nearest seaside province on the eastern coast. The area is rich in natural resources, complete with pretty beaches and clean air. It is a popular resort among local regulars who seek a brief recluse form weekly strain and stress. A gateway ot the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/163/chon-buri-east-thailand/ Chonburi Travel Guide Less than one hundred kilometers from Bangkok on Bang Na-Trat Highway, Chonburi is not only a well-known seaside destination, it is also major agricultural and industrial producer, with extensive sugar-cane, tapioca and coconut plantations, shallow and deep water fishery, as well as manufacturing plants. Chonburi Attractions Alangkarn Theatre Ang Sila ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/162/chonburi-east-thailand/ Pattaya Travel Guide Originally Pattaya is a small, unknown fishing village on the eastern side of Thailand facing the Gulf of Thailand. Its location appear for the first time in the Thai history when Phraya Tak who later became King Taksin marched to Chanthaburi and passed through this vicinity after the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/161/pattaya-east-thailand/ Rayong Travel Guide Rayong is located at the east coast of Thailand, about 220 kilometres from Bangkok on Highway No.3 or 179 kilometres on Highway No.36. Rayong is blessed with its abundance of nature beauty. It has a well deserved reputation for producing seafood products such as shrimp paste, fish sauce ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/160/rayong-east-thailand/ Trat Travel Guide Trat is a resort town with over fifty large and small off-shore islands, long white sandy beaches and unspoiled coral ranges. It is also a major fruit-growing and fishing area. About 315 kilometres from Bangkok and covering an area of 2,819 square kilometres, the province is administratively divided ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/159/trat-east-thailand/ Alor Setar Travel Guide Kedah is an interesting state in that it is more left wing politically than the southern states yet not as Malay as Kelantan or Terengganu to the east. This is not surprising as Kedah has always been in a bit of a precarious and fluid state. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/158/alor-setar-malaysia/ Batu Pahat Travel Guide Batu Pahat is the name of a town and district in the western part of the state of Johor, Malaysia. It lies south of Muar, north-west of Kluang and west of Segamat. The name means 'chiselled rock' in Malay. Batu Pahat town was formerly known as Bandar ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/157/batu-pahat-malaysia/ Bintulu Travel Guide Bintulu is a coastal town in the northern region of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, Borneo. It has the world's single largest natural gas processing plant which is owned by Malaysia Liquified Natural Gas (MLNG), a subsidiary of the government-owned oil corporation Petronas. The main economic activities of ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/156/bintulu-malaysia/ Cameron Highlands Travel Guide First discovered in 1885 by a British surveyor William Cameron, the fame of Cameron Highlands grew during the colonial era when British Planters realised the potential of its fertile mountain slopes for growing tea, then a prized commodity among the colonies. Cameron Highlands are renowned for its ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/155/cameron-highlands-malaysia/ Cherating Travel Guide This town, which is situated only 47km from Kuantan, is unique with its rustic atmosphere and warm hospitality of the village folk. Cherating also offers you the chance to shop for handicrafts and see cultural performances. Village maidens nimbly weave the pandanus leaves into mats, hats, bags, and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/154/cherating-malaysia/ Fraser's Hill Travel Guide Fraser's Hill is a pleasant retreat from the hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur. It is a bird watcher's delight, and there are innumerable walking trails to suit novice or experienced trekkers. Due to its altitude, the temperature is always mild. The evenings can ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/153/frasers-hill-malaysia/ Georgetown Travel Guide Malaysia's first hill station. 830meters (2730ft) above sea level. Visitors can ascend to the top by either hiking up or by the funicular railway which has been operational since 1922. Cool, refreshing climate, fantastic view at the summit. From the hilltop you can view the picturesque bungalows, a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/152/georgetown-malaysia/ Ipoh Travel Guide Ipoh has one of the best restaurant food in the whole of Malaysia.Ipoh is also an ideal retirement town. Some people call Ipoh the city of millionaires. It is located north of Kuala Lumpur and south of Penang. It is dominantly Chinese town. Its major source of income ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/151/ipoh-malaysia/ Johor Bahru Travel Guide Johor Bahru, also spelled Johor Baru or Johore Bahru and near-universally abbreviated as JB, is the largest city and capital of the state of Johor, in southern Malaysia. It is the second largest city in Malaysia, after the national capital, Kuala Lumpur. With a population of 500,000 ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/150/johor-bahru-malaysia/ Kelantan Travel Guide Kelantan is one of the 13 states in Malaysia. The state which is richly endowed with natural resources covers a land area of about 14,922 sq.km northeast of Peninsular Malaysia facing the South China Sea. The capital and royal seat is Kota Bharu. The Arabic honorific of the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/149/kelantan-malaysia/ Keningau Travel Guide http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/148/keningau-malaysia/ Kluang Travel Guide Kluang is a town and district located roughly in the middle of the state of Johor in Malaysia. Kluang lies north of Johor Bahru, east-southeast of Batu Pahat, west of Mersing and south of Segamat. The population of Kluang district now exceeds 250,000 residents and the town itself ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/147/kluang-malaysia/ Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide Kota Kinabalu is the biggest and busiest town in the Malaysian Borneo province of Sabah, a short flight (and cheap with Air Asia) from KL. Overall there are 5 large and 2 medium shopping malls. Most travellers grow fond of KK, not least as its bright ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/146/kota-kinabalu-malaysia/ Kota bharu : Malaysia Kota Bharu is the capital city of the State Kelantan. It's an Islamitic state. Don't be frightened now. because those beautiful people are very warm and gentle. You can compare this people with the Indonesian people: nice and friendly. Indonesia is just like Kelantan an Islam State. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/145/kota-bharu-malaysia/ Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide Kuala Lumpur is the bustling capital city of Malaysia and its showpiece of prosperity and grandeur. Kuala Lumpur means ‘muddy estuary’, a name coined by the original tin prospectors who arrived at the confluence of the Kelang and Gombak rivers in 1860. The capital of Malaysia, is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/144/kuala-lumpur-malaysia/ Kuantan Travel Guide Kuantan, the state capital of Pahang, is fast gaining popularity as a beach resort. The region around Kuantan is also well known for village festivals and for the craft of weaving pandanus leaves into mats, hats and baskets. Woodcarving and batik are also traditional crafts in this part ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/143/kuantan-malaysia/ Kuching Travel Guide Kuching is the capital of Sarawak. It is an attractive exotic city with modern buildings that blend in nicely with structures from colonial days and colorful Malay and Chinese shop houses. Kuching ("Cat City") is a medium-sized town on Eastern Island of Borneo, in the State Sarawak in ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/142/kuching-malaysia/ Langkawi Travel Guide Langkawi...one of Malaysia's most popular tropical island destinations....Mystical legends, majestic jungle covered hills, sun-kissed beaches, superb resorts and a relaxing easy pace... As a natural paradise, the islands are perhaps unmatched anywhere else in Southeast Asia. With a geological history dating back 500 million odd years, the islands ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/141/langkawi-malaysia/ Malacca Travel Guide At approximately 500 miles long the Malacca Strait is the longest strait in the world that is used for international navigation. It forms the main seaway connecting the Indian Ocean with the China Sea and provides the shortest route for tankers trading between the Middle-East Asian countries. The ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/140/malacca-malaysia/ Miri Travel Guide Miri is an oil town located on the northern coast of Sarawak. Was once home to a large western expatriate community working for Sarawak Shell, Petronas Carigal and associated contractors. This led to the establishment of a lively bar and nightclub scene during the oil boom years. The ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/139/miri-malaysia/ Pangkor Islands Travel Guide Pankor is one of the little islands just off the west coast of Malaysia. It can be reached by ferry from Lumut or by plane from Singapore or Kuala_Lumpur. Whereas it used to be a favourite 'stop-over' for adventurers, pirates and European conquerers in the old days, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/138/pangkor-islands-malaysia/ Penang Travel Guide Penang in Malaysia is world famous travel destination for international tourists. Penang is known for its food, tropical beaches, historical monuments and cultural heritage. Discussed in this guide Penang Travel is when to travel to Penang and the must see things in Penang. Penang is also often ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/137/penang-malaysia/ Perak Travel Guide Like Kelantan and Pahang, Perak is a state that is defined by the course of its namesake river. Perak covers an area of 21,000 square kilometers, making it the second largest state in Peninsular Malaysia (Pahang is larger). The state is situated along Malaysia's western coast at the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/136/perak-malaysia/ Petaling Jaya Travel Guide Heading southwest from Kuala Lumpur on the busy Federal Highway, one is greeted by a majestic arch marking the gateway to Selangor. Beyond the monument lies Petaling Jaya (PJ). Drive on, feel its pulse and if you keep going for another 40km or so, you will sense ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/135/petaling-jaya-malaysia/ Sabah Travel Guide Why do visitors come to East Malaysia and the province of Sabah? No doubt. The reason can be find in the flora and fauna of this region. Just offshore from the capital, Kota Kinabalu, the huge Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park (4929 hectares) is made up of the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/134/sabah-malaysia/ Sarawak Travel Guide Sarawak : The island of Borneo has the two Malaysian states of Sarawak and Sabah, the small independant country of Brunei, and the rest is Kalimantan state belonging to Indonesia. The rainy season (Landas) is from November to February, average annual rainfall is 330-460 cm. Sarawak is a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/133/sarawak-malaysia/ Sintok Travel Guide Sintok is located near the border of the Thailand-Malaysia. It is located about 16 kilometers to the north from Bukit Kayu Hitam, Kedah. Perhaps this small town is famous for the Universiti Utara Malaysia or Northen University of Malaysia. This management university which has been established since 1984 ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/132/sintok-malaysia/ Sitiawan Travel Guide Sitiawan is a region in the Manjung district of Perak, a state of Malaysia located in the western part of that country's Malay Peninsula. The region covers an area of 331.5 square kilometers (128 square miles) and as of 2000 its population was 95,920. The city of Sitiawan, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/131/sitiawan-malaysia/ Taiping Travel Guide Taiping is a beautiful town situated in the state of Perak in MALAYSIA.Formerly known as Klian Pauh, it was renamed Taiping to commemorate the end of the Larut War in 1874. With the signing of the Pangkor Treaty on the 20th of January 1874, Taiping emerged to be ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/130/taiping-malaysia/ Taman Negara Travel Guide Taman Negara is one of the world's oldest rainforests located about four hours drive north-east of Kuala Lumpur. Covering over four thousand square kilometers, the national park is seven times the size of Singapore and is Malaysia's largest. A visit to Teman Negara is a relaxing natural ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/129/taman-negara-malaysia/ Amnat Charoen Known as the Land of Dharma, Amnat Charoen is famous For its scenic view especially where the Khong River forms the borderline. Amnat Charoen is located in Southern I-San plateau, approximately 583 kilometres from Bangkok. The town was founded during the reign of King Rama III, established under the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/128/amnat-charoen-north-east-thailand/ Buriram Originally called 'Nakhon Roi Prang' (Hundred Prang City), the province boasts of having the most Khmer stone sanctuaries, most of which are concentrated in the southern part, with magnificent Phanom Rung Stone Sanctuary being a popular tourist attraction and the most beautiful example of Khmer architecture in Thailand. And no ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/127/buriram-north-east-thailand/ Chaiyaphum Chaiyaphum is located almost at the center of Thailand about 342 kilometers from Bangkok and it is easily reached by road. Chaiyaphum has an abundance of natural attractions and is famous for its beautiful flower fields, particularly the Krachiao Flower Blooming Festival during the months of June-July. Chaiyaphum's size, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/126/chaiyaphum-north-east-thailand/ Kalasin Travel Guide Kalasin was once relegated to the status of an Amphoe before being restored its present administrative entity. Despite its smallness Kakasin is a busy agricultural province with considerable attractions Kalasin is 519 kilometers from Bangkok. It is the site of the ancient city of Fa Daet Song Yang ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/125/kalasin-north-east-thailand/ Khon Kaen hailand. Khon Kaen is the commerce and political center of Northeastern Thailand, and is well known for the silk that is manufactured in the area. Khon Kaen is the home of tennis sensation Khun Paradorn Srichaphan. The digs have also unearthed evidence of the province’s pre-history with the highest ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/124/khon-kaen-north-east-thailand/ Loei Loei is one of the prime tourist destinations in the region. Apart from its natural beauty, Loei also offers a scene of local tradition that is still intact. Loei has many things in common with the Northern region with numerous high hills and mountains, wintry and foggy climate. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/123/loei-north-east-thailand/ Maha Sarakham Located in the middle of the Northeast region, Maha Sarakham is 475 kilometers from Bangkok. Sarakham is considered to be a regional education centre, earning the name "Taksila of Isan" (Taksila was a city where education of all branches centered around in ancient India). The province also houses ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/122/maha-sarakham-north-east-thailand/ Mukdahan Mukdahan is a peaceful province located on the bank of the Mekong River, opposite Sawannakhet in Laos. Standing on the river bank near the Indochinese market in front of the city of Mukdahan, one can imagine how far this river travels. Mukdahan has a saying "Beautiful city on the Mekong's ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/121/mukdahan-north-east-thailand/ Nakhon phanom Best known for its panoramic views of the Mekong River and the rugged mountains of Laos, it also has religious heritage centering on the province's Phra That Phanom, the most sacred religious structure in the Northeast. Nakhon Phanom is 740 km from Bangkok, 242 km from Udon Thani and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/120/nakhon-phanom-north-east-thailand/ Nakonratchasima Nakhon Ratchasima has a wide variety of local goods that tourists can buy from city markets or production centres. Famous handicrafts are Dan Kwian earthenware, silk and Mat Mi silk from Pak Thong Chai. Products of housewives can be bought from the Khorat Goods Centre near the provincial hall. Food products ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/119/nakonratchasima-north-east-thailand/ Nong bua lamphu The province of Nong Bua Lamphu is located north of the Isan plateau and is bordered with the provinces of Udon Thani, Khon Kaen and Loei. It is a relatively new province, having being from Amphoe status in Udon Thani in 1993. The province is very mountainous and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/118/nong-bua-lamphu-north-east-thailand/ Nong khai Nong Khai is located on the banks of the Mae Khong River and the close to the Friendship bridge that links Thailand with Laos. A small and pleasant town offering a taste of life in the North East. This is a good base from which to explore Isaan, the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/117/nong-khai-north-east-thailand/ Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Singapore and Rio de Janeiro are the world’s only two cities to contain primary rainforest within their boundaries. This small patch of primary rainforest was formally connected to the larger tract of secondary rainforest that encompasses all three freshwater reservoirs in Singapore (Central Catchment Area). But the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/116/bukit-timah-nature-reserve-singapore/ Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom Stroll through the lush surrounds of the Butterfly Park and allow 2,500 live butterflies - from over 50 species - to flutter about you as you enjoy the cool outdoor conservatory. Watch the blossoming of new life at the Live Pupae house, where young butterflies will ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/115/butterfly-park-insect-kingdom-singapore/ Chinese Garden The Chinese Gardens, along with its neighbor the Japanese Gardens, are one of our favorite getaway places when we want to get out of Singapore's modern city center. The gardens are easy to get to are very relaxing. The Garden's main features include the following: Bridge Main Arch Building Stone Boat ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/114/chinese-garden-singapore/ East Coast Park The East Coast of Singapore is largely residential and offers few sights as such; most visitors just cross it on their way from and to Changi Airport. For Singaporeans, on the other hand, the main attractions are 20 kilometres of white sandy beach and the food: this is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/113/east-coast-park-singapore/ West Coast Park West Coast Park was first developed in 1979 on a piece of reclaimed land off West Coast Highway, covering an area of 50 ha. Touted as the "Play Centre in the West", the park boasts of facilities for the challenging and adventurous. With the theme "Play Centre ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/112/west-coast-park-singapore/ Fort Canning Park Fort Canning Park is located at Cox Terrace adjacent to the Registry of Marriages and the Drama Centre. Fort Canning Park was previously known as Central Park. Sir Stamford Raffles built his residence here and established the first Botanical Gardens here in 1822. Fort Canning Park occupies around ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/111/fort-canning-park-singapore/ Labrador Park Labrador Park is a wonderful place to spend a quiet Sunday afternoon. If you like fishing, there's lots of Garoupas in the sea here but be warned that the place is very rocky. So, unless you know where and how to cast your lines, come equip with an ample ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/110/labrador-park-singapore/ MacRitchie, Peirce, Lower Seletar and Seletar Reservoirs MacRitchie, Peirce, Lower Seletar and Seletar Reservoirs : MacRitchie, Peirce, Lower Seletar and Seletar Reservoirs are surrounded by a broad swathe of jungle and greenery which runs through the central northern part of Singapore. The cool reservoir parks of MacRitchie and Seletar are popular ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/109/macritchie-peirce-lower-seletar-and-seletar-reservoirs-singapore/ Mandai Orchid Gardens This is Singapore’s largest commercial orchid garden. You can see a display of colourful orchids, and see how they are cultivated. Singapore's largest commercial orchid gardens, featuring a whole hillside covered with orchids. Incentive and convention groups can have new orchid varieties named after them. There is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/108/mandai-orchid-gardens-singapore/ Marina City Park Stretched over 30 ha and located in the city, this park stands on reclaimed land. It was planned as a premier place of retreat for office workers and city dwellers. The park boasts a spectacular two-tiered large pond with the fountain jetting up water 18- 20m high. The ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/107/marina-city-park-singapore/ Mount Faber Park Mount Faber offers a panoramic view of the harbour and neighbouring Sentosa Island, as well as a large measure of tranquillity. It is also a place to catch the cable car to Sentosa. The only mode of’ public transport is by taxi or take the cable car from ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/106/mount-faber-park-singapore/ Pasir Ris Park Pasir Ris is Malay for 'beach bolt-rope', implying a narrow beach. The park is open 24 hrs, and there is no entrance fee. Bicycle rental is available at the park. Visitors can spend half a day travelling around wooden walkways, which reduce damage to the substrate and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/105/pasir-ris-park-singapore/ Singapore Botanic Gardens The first "Botanical and Experimental Garden" in Singapore was established in 1922 on Government Hill at Fort Canning by Sir Stamford Raffles, the founder of modern Singapore and a keen naturalist. The Garden's main task was to evaluate for cultivation, crops which were of potential economic importance, including ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/104/singapore-botanic-gardens/ Sungei Buloh Wetlands Reserve The Sungei Buloh Wetlands Reserve is a quiet corner of Singapore where mangroves and wetland wildlife thrive. The 87 hectare reserve is an important stopover and refuelling point for migratory birds, some coming from as far as Siberia and China. It is also home to resident ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/103/sungei-buloh-wetlands-reserve-singapore/ Roi et Roi Et has made a come-back as a town of great promise, with its huge Thung Kula Rong Hai (flat-land) being developed into a fertile and productive land. Roi Et is 512 kilometers from Bangkok. The town was abandoned because of the natural disaster of flooding, but is now ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/102/roi-et-north-east-thailand/ Sakon nakhon Sakhon Nakhon is well-known amongst Thais for its association with two of the counry's most famous Buddhist monks. Sakon Nakhon is 647 kilometers from Bangkok and has an area of 9,605 square kilometers. The province is also home to Phra That Choeng Chum Sanctuary, Nong Han, Thailand's largest fresh-water ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/101/sakon-nakhon-north-east-thailand/ Si sa ket Extensive guidebook to North-East Thailand neighbouring provinces roi et and yasothon to the north ubon ratchthani to the east surin to the west cambodia to the south. Si Sa Ket is 571 kilometres from Bangkok. This is another province in the lower Northeast that received Khmer influence. Several ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/100/si-sa-ket-north-east-thailand/ Surin Surin's heritage is linked to elephants, silk and the ruins of a Khmer empire. Suay, a tribe of elephant catchers, were domiciled in the forested mountains of this province bordering on Cambodia. Surin is 457 kilometers far from Bangkok by car and 420 kilometers by train, and is 194 kilometers ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/99/surin-north-east-thailand/ Ubon Ratchathani Ubon Ratchathani has been a well established community for hundreds of years. It is where the Traditional and colorful Candle Precession is held. Ubon is 629 kilometers from Bangkok. The Mun and Chi rivers join 10 km west of the provincial town and flow east to the Mekong that ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/98/ubon-ratchathani-north-east-thailand/ Udon Thani Udon Thani is a northeastern province covering an area of 15,589 square kilometres. The provincial capital is 562 kilometres northeast of Bangkok. Udon Thani is probably best known for its archaeological wonders, paramount among them the hamlet of the Ban Chiang where the world's first Bronze Age civilisation is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/97/udon-thani-north-east-thailand/ Yasothon Yasothon was created a separate administrative entity from Ubon in 1972. Here is the home of the famous Bang Fai, the Rocket Festival, which is staged on a grand scale every year around mid - May. Yasothon is 531 kilometers from Bangkok. Yasothon province covers the broad valley of the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/96/yasothon-north-east-thailand/ Chiang mai Chiang Mai is Thailand's second largest city, but in terms of quality of living, tourist attractions and development potential, it's second to none in Southeast-Asia. The city is famous for her friendly people, beautiful women, refined handicrafts, cool climate and stunning mountain scenery. The city is located in a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/95/chiang-mai-north-thailand/ Chiang rai Chiang Rai was founded in 1262 by King Meng Rai and was the first capital of Lanna Thai (Kingdom of a Million Rice fields). The province contains Thailand's northernmost point at Mae Sai which is well known for its crisp mountain scenery, and hilltribes. The province of Chiang Rai, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/94/chiang-rai-north-thailand/ Kamphaeng phet Kamphaeng Phet is an important place for Thai history buffs and an ideal getaway for anyone wanting to well and truly escape the crowds and relax in a small Thai city. Geographically located in the Lower North on the bank of the Ping River, Kamphaeng Phet is 358 ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/93/kamphaeng-phet-north-thailand/ Lampang The provincial capital of Lampang is a mid-sized Thai city which superficially doesn't offer much to travellers but upon closer inspection is home to some outstanding guesthouses, bars and restaurants along and a handful of sights. Lampang boasts a long history of human settlements on the Wang River basin, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/92/lampang-north-thailand/ Lamphun Lamphun often plays poor step-sister to Chiang Mai, just 26 kilometers away. Even though its older than Chiang Mai by about 500 years and is the capital of its own province, the town is generally only visited as a day trip from Chiang Mai. It is a small town, with ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/91/lamphun-north-thailand/ Mae Hong Son Mae Hong Son has long been isolated from the outside world. Virtually covered with mist throughout the year, the name refers to the fact that is terrain is highly suitable for the training of elephants. Various ethnic groups are scattered throughout the province, including Karen, Lisu and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/90/mae-hong-son-north-thailand/ Nakhon sawan Nakhon Sawan is in the lower northern part of the country between the North and the Central Region. It is regarded as “the doorway to the North” and it is the hub of transportation in the Lower North. Nakhon Sawan has many scenic attractions and is noted for ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/89/nakhon-sawan-north-thailand/ Nan Nan nestles in a verdant valley in northern Thailand. About 668 kilometres from Bangkok, it covers an area of 11,472 square kilometres and is made up of the following districts: Muang, Wiang Sa, Na Noi, Pua, Chiang Klang, Tha Wang Pha, Thung Chang, Mae Charim, Ban Luang, Na Mun, Santi ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/88/nan-north-thailand/ Phayao Phayao province was administratively separated from Chiang Rai in 1977 but in the past has also been an autonomous city-state, though generally under the tutelage of one of its more powerful neighbours. Phayao is a peaceful province. Though with only modest facilities and conveniences, it is an enchanting community with ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/87/phayao-north-thailand/ Phetchabun Phetchabun, an ancient city with several interesting and important places such as Wat Mahathat and Si Thep Historical Park, has always proposed throughout her history. At present, it is famous for the fertile land for cultivation. The central part of the province is on the Pa Sak river basin with ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/86/phetchabun-north-thailand/ Phichit Phichit is situated in the lower Northern Region of Thailand. The name " Phichit " means " The Beautiful Town " It was probably founded by Phraya Khot Thabong in 1056. Phichit was probably built by Phraya Khot Thabong in 1058. The community was named Sa Luang during the Sukhothai ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/85/phichit-north-thailand/ Phitsanulok Phitsanulok is 377 kms. by road from Bangkok. It is one of the most interesting provinces in the North, serving as a center for commerce, transportation and communication. Phitsanulok is the birthplace of King Naresuan the Great and his equally brave and able brother, Prince Ekatosarot. As the cross-road between ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/84/phitsanulok-north-thailand/ Phrae Phrae is one of the most ancient cities in Thailand, an old establishment having been founded in the same period as Sukhothai and Chiang Mai, which formed part of the Lanna Thai Empire. The town was built over 800 years ago, allegedly by Thai Kern and Tai Lue people. Phayao ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/83/phrae-north-thailand/ Sukhothai Found in the 13th century, Sukhothai (literally means “Dawn of Happiness” ) was the first truly independent Thai Kingdom, which enjoyed a golden age under King Ramkhamhaeng, credited with creating the Thai alphabet. The superb temples and monuments of this great city have been lovingly restored in Sukhothai Historical Park, ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/82/sukhothai-north-thailand/ Tak Tak is a northern province covering an area of 16,406 largely mountainous square kilometres. The western hills of Tak province where disrupted by communist insurgents, Burmese factions and some pretty unruly hill tribes into the 1980s, the border road from Mae Hong Son to Mae Sot has been upgraded and ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/81/tak-north-thailand/ Uthai thani Uthai Thai occupies a total area of 6,730 square kilometers located 219 kms. from Bangkok. It is divided into 8 Amphoes; Muand, Nong Kha Yang, Nong Chang, Thap Than, Ban Rai, Sawang Arom, Lan Sak and Huai Khot. Uthai Thani is a province abundant in natural resources, such as ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/80/uthai-thani-north-thailand/ Uttaradit A province in the Lower North, Uttradit has a long history developing through the years since pre-historic time. The site of the original town, then called Bang Pho Tha It, was located on the right bank of the Nan River. It flourished as a port for goods transportation. As a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/79/uttaradit-north-thailand/ Asian Civilisations Museum Beautiful and clear exhibits display fine collections of jade, calligraphy, ceramics, furniture, and artworks, all offering visitors the chance to trace the archipelago's rich Chinese heritage. ACM presents Chinese Export Silver, a decorative art that developed during the mid Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911). European merchants commissioned ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/78/singapore-asian-civilisations-museum/ Changi Chapel & Museum It was here, during World War II, that Allied POW soldiers were subjected to harsh treatment at the hands of their Japanese captors. Changi Prison is still in use as a correctional facility and it is the place of execution for convicted drug offenders. Half a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/77/singapore-changi-chapel-museum/ Chijmes Situated in the compound of an old girls’ convent school. It accommodates Singapore's oldest free-standing house (the Caldwell House), whose lawns, courtyards, sunken forecourt and water features make Chijmes a rustic version of London's Covent Garden. Chijmes today is one of Singapore’s premier wine and dine destinations. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/76/singapore-chijmes/ Chinatown Heritage Centre Located in three newly restored shophouses at the ethnic quarters of Chinatown, the Chinatown Heritage Centre houses a wealth of memories and untold stories of how Singapore’s early forefathers had settled in this area after their perilous journey from afar. The Centre has a series of galleries ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/75/singapore-chinatown-heritage-centre/ City Hall City Hall, Which was built in 1929 and was the site of the Japanese surrender to Lord Mountbatten in 1945 during World War II. Visitors are welcome to attend all open court hearings unless otherwise ordered and to tour the premises. However, visitors are requested to be appropriately ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/74/singapore-city-hall/ Dalhousie Obelisk Retrace your steps along Anderson Bridge and through the underpass. As you emerge from the underpass, you will find on your right the Dalhousie Obelisk. It was dedicated to Marquis Dalhousie, the Governor General of India from 1848-1856 and who visited Singapore merchants of the in 1850. Adresse: ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/73/singapore-dalhousie-obelisk/ Elephant Statue Designed and built by George Coleman as a colonial mansion in 1827, this is Singapore's oldest government building. It was the former home of Singapore's democratically-elected Parliament. Visitors to the stately building are greeted by a bronattractions_landmarks_oldparliamenthouse.htmze elephant statue, a gift from King Chulalongkorn of Siam in 1871. Several ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/72/singapore-elephant-statue/ Istana This used to be the former residence of the family and followers of Sultan Hussein Mohamed Shah of Johor. When completed in 1820, it occupied an area twice the size of the present compound but was soon halved in 1824 through the construction of North Bridge Road. Until early ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/71/singapore-istana/ Jurong Bird Park Southeast Asia's largest bird park, Jurong BirdPark is home to over 8,000 birds of 600 species from all over the world. Highlights include the world's largest collection of Southeast Asian Hornbills and South American Toucans, and the world's second largest penguin exhibit. Walking trails cut through ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/70/singapore-jurong-bird-park/ Lau Pa Sat Festival Market Originally known as Telok Ayer Market, this distinctive octagonal-shaped structure was built in 1894 out of cast iron from Glasgow. It was designed by Municipal Engineer James MacRitchie, and served as the only market in the city then. In 1973, the market was declared a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/69/singapore-lau-pa-sat-festival-market/ Merlion Park The Merlion, half lion and half fish, was created as a symbol of the country. AS the official emblem of the Singapore Tourist Promotion Board, it is found on souvenirs. The Merlion is an eight –metre tall white sculpture spouting water in the Merlion Park at the Mouth ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/68/singapore-merlion-park/ Nei Xue Tang - A Buddhist Art Museum Nei Xue Tang is primarily a Buddhist Art Muesum and this Collection is housed in a pre-war house with beautiful facade and special features. This Collection showcases Buddhist artefacts, relics, antiquities and works of arts from as far east from Japan to ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/67/singapore-nei-xue-tang-a-buddhist-art-museum/ Night Safari Night Safari is not the Singapore Zoo illuminated by night. It is located right adjacent to the Zoo (about a 5-min walk away) and is set on 40 hectares of land. It is the first wildlife park in the world built especially to be viewed at night. It is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/66/singapore-night-safari/ NUS museums Situated amidst serene surroundings at Kent Ridge Cresent near the National University of Singapore, NUS museums offers a memorable experience for anyone seeking a taste of ancient culture and contemporary artworks of Asia. Watch China's 7,000 years of rich culture unfold before your eyes as a spectacular collection of ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/65/singapore-nus-museums/ Old Parliament House The Parliament of Singapore is housed in a new building completed in 1999. Situated just beside the Singapore River, it lies on one of the oldest inhabited areas in Singapore. With its colonnade facade, tiled roofs and clad in grey granite, the House looks dignified and blends in ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/64/singapore-old-parliament-house/ Republic of Singapore Air Force Museum The Republic of Singapore Air Force Museum traces the development of the Republic of Singapore Air Force from its early days as the Royal Air Force in 1927 to the present. The museum resides on 10,600 m2 of land, with a total built-up area of ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/63/republic-of-singapore-air-force-museum/ Republic of Singapore Navy Museum Military enthusiasts and visitors can trace the development of naval forces in Singapore from Straits Settlements Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve of 19th century to today's Republic of Singapore Navy. Other items of interest include antique marine equipment, historic photographs and even details of the sophisticated, high ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/62/republic-of-singapore-navy-museum/ Royal Selangor Pewter Museum Pewter, an alloy combining tin, copper and antimony, is a specialty of Southeast Asia. The Pewter Museum showcases a private collection of 75 items ranging from tobacco boxes, oil lamps, intricate Chinese lanterns with lotus motifs to pewter making tools as old as 100 years or ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/61/singapore-royal-selangor-pewter-museum/ Singapore Art Museum The Singapore Art Museum (SAM) is one of the first art museums with international standard museum facilities and program in Southeast Asia. Dedicated to the collection and display of 20th-century Singapore and Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art, SAM joins a league of new generation museums around ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/60/singapore-art-museum/ Singapore Mint Coin Gallery An impressive collection of coins, medals and medallions from all over the world is found at the Singapore Mint's exhibition gallery. Visitors can mint their own souvenir coins at the gallery's coin press. Here, you will find coins, medals and medallions, both local and international. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/59/singapore-mint-coin-gallery/ Singapore Philatelic Museum Singapore Philatelic Museum (SPM) showcases Singapore's collection of stamps, philatelic materials and postal history artefacts dating back to the Straits Settlements as well as the rare collections of world-class philatelists. SPM has three permanent galleries, supported by temporary exhibitions of varying themes organised throughout the year. Equipped with loads ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/58/singapore-philatelic-museum/ Singapore Zoological Gardens Spread over 28 hectares, the Zoo has over 3,600 mammals, birds and reptiles, including rare and endangered species, the Singapore Zoological Gardens (or simply The Zoo) is rated among the world's most spectacular zoos, mainly due to its “"open zoo” concept. Though leopards, pumas and jaguars still ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/57/singapore-zoological-gardens/ Statues of Sir Stamford Raffles The statue of Singapore's founder, Sir Stamford Raffles, cast in dark bronze by Thomas Woolner stands in front of Victoria Theatre. Its replica, made of pure white polymarble stands at North Boat Quay, at an area colloquially known as Raffles Landing Site, as this is ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/56/singapore-statues-of-sir-stamford-raffles/ Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall Sun Yat Sen Villa was built by Cantonese merchant Boey Chuan Poh in 1900-1902, on what was once part of a sugar plantation owned by John Balestier, the first American Consul appointed to Singapore in 1837. The villa was bought by rubber magnate Teo ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/55/singapore-sun-yat-sen-nanyang-memorial-hall/ Supreme Court One of the finest buildings of the British era, it is characterised by Corinthian pillars, Georgian windows and an imposing green dome. Built in 1939, this stately building with its Corinthian columns, spacious interiors which feature murals by Italian artist, Cavalieri Rodolfo Nolli, and classic design, make the ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/54/singapore-supreme-court/ Arab Street Arab Street as we know from the name is where the community of Arabs stayed when they first came to Singapore. Arab Street is adjoining to Kampong Glam. From the Sultan Mosque, one can take a few minutes walk to the Arab Street. The Arab Street is a ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/53/arab-street/ Chinatown Three years after Singapore was settled Chinatown had 3,000 inhabitants, most of them penniless and half starving immigrants from mainland China. Over the next decade their numbers would grow to exceed 30,000. The living conditions must have been horrid. Chinatown was a relatively small area for such numbers of ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/52/chinatown/ Kampong Glam / Geylang Serai These are 2 different areas. Kampong Glam is where Arab Street is located, and Geylang Serai in the Geylang area. Kampong Glam was very much a Muslim community in the past - it was where the first Arabs and Malays settled. “Kampong” in Malay simply means ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/51/kampong-glam-geylang-serai/ Kusu Island Kusu Island was called Pulau Tembakul in the past. It used to be a burial site of immigrants who died in quarantine on St. John's and Lazarus Islands. This small island has a Malay shrine and a Chinese temple with legend woven around them. It is believed that ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/50/kusu-island/ Sisters Island This southern island is perfect for swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving, although currents at Sisters Island can be strong. Pack a picnic and stay there whole day with wood carving and European tiles. Their beaches laze in the sun and warm blue waters make snorkeling a favourite pastime. Abundant ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/49/sisters-island/ Orchard Road Orchard Road today is lined with ritzy malls, swanky eateries and luxury hotels from end to end. The more notable shopping centres include Ngee Ann City, Tangs Department Store, Wisma Atria, The Heeren and Centrepoint. Many of its shopping centers are filled with a variety of products from around ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/48/orchard-road/ Little India Little India is one of the most genuine districts in Singapore. The colorfulness and cheerfulness of this district derived from its being as a shopping arcade. The area is delineated by the north-south Serangoon road, which runs parallel to Race Course Road. In Lower Serangoon Road, there are many ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/47/little-india/ Lazarus Island These tiny southern islands offer quiet respite from the big city with their laid-back ambience, sandy beaches and inviting waters. Swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving are recommended. Lazarus Island lay out of sight behind the more famous Kusu Island. However development have recently caught up with this island. ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/46/lazarus-island/ Pulau Ubin The island of Ubin provides a peaceful interlude to the city’s bustle and can be reached by boat from Changi Point. The boat docks at Ubin village, a Malay settlement where houses perch quietly on stilts above the beach sand and mangrove. Beyond this point one can explore ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/45/pulau-ubin/ Sentosa Island Sentosa Island is known as singapore's playground, this small island just a few hundred yards from the mainland has something for just about everyone. The island was known in Malay as Pulau Blakang Mati, which means "the island behind which lies death", but renamed Sentosa, meaning "peace and tranquility". ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/44/sentosa-island/ St John's Island Formerly known as 'Pulau Sakijang Bendera', St John's Island, is a former penal settlement which is now a serene getaway for the sun lover. With lagoons, beaches picnic grounds, soccer fields, barbeque pits and camping grounds, it is a great place to relax, swim and suntan. St John's ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/43/st-johns-island/ Aberdeen Aberdeen, on the southwest side of Hong Kong Island, is famous for the thousands of boat people living on the thousands of dilapidated boats in the harbor; its two very large, very good floating restaurants which serve magnificent seafood; and its small harbor. At night, the myriad of neon lights ... http://south-east-asia.traveltoworld.com/south-east-asia-travel-guide/42/hong-kong-aberdeen/ Bank of China Tower It was designed by arc