Bayon Temple sits in the middle of Angkor Thom, the new capital that King Jayavarman built circa 1200 to signify a shift from Hinduism to Mahayana Buddhism. Often known as the “face temple” it was originally meant to be the king’s personal mausoleum.
Read MoreAngkor Wat is an ancient wonder. A complex of temples, it spans over 400 acres, and has seen worshippers of Hinduism and Buddhism. Erected by the Khmer King Suryavarman in the early 12th century, the temple was meant to be the capital and his eventual burying place. A joy and pride of the Cambodian nation, it is no wonder that it is the main attraction in Siem Reap.
Read MoreSeoul is the capital of South Korea, a very modernized city with an appreciation of the history that carried it into this century. Huge skyscrapers, a very efficient transportation system, and affinity for pop culture meshes well with old temples, palaces, and street markets.
Read MoreThe Fortress Wall of Seoul or Seoul City Wall surrounds the original city and runs nearly 19 kilometers around the city center. The stone borders, set along the four inner mountains of Bukhansan, Naksan, Namsan, and Inwangsan have gone through renovation efforts, though much of it remains the same.
Read MoreThe Gwangjang Market in Seoul is home to many delightful vendors and restaurants, with more than five thousand shops. Previously known as Dongdaemun Market, this traditional street market is one of the oldest and largest in South Korea and hosts nearly sixty-five thousand visitors daily.
Read MoreNusa Dua is a resort area in the southern part of Bali, Indonesia. Drastically different than the lush jungle of Ubud, Nusa Dua is a clean cut beach paradise. Amongst the attractions are resorts which beach access, water activities, Water Blow, and a more commercialized mall area with shops and restaurants.
Read MoreWater Blow is located in the Bali Tourism & Development Corporation district where large waves crash against a limestone cliff, creating a huge gush of water and mist, sometimes up to nearly 30 feet high. Though perhaps exciting only for the first few times of the phenomenon, the lookout point does offer great views of the sea and the surrounding beaches.
Read MoreIt’s no wonder that tourists flock to Bali, and in particular the jungle paradise of Ubud. Walk along Jl. Monkey Forest and visitors will find massage parlors, souvenir shops, and quaint eateries. Try some fresh tropical fruit smoothies, coffee (a lot of coffee is exported from Indonesia) and local dishes.
Read MoreUbud Palace, officially known as Puri Saren Agung, features a temple, stages for events, and is just a stone’s throw from the bustling market nearby. The entrance area is open to the public and once served as the official residence of the royal family of Ubud.
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