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Miradouro de Santa Luzia in Lisbon, Portugal

A low-key and free terraced spot with amazing views of the Tagus River and the red rooftops of Lisbon. It’s nestled along the 28 tram and proves a beautiful respite from hill-climbing and exploring. This vantage point provides sweeping views of Lisbon from the Alfama neighborhood and is rather popular with visitors.

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Pastéis de Belém in Lisbon, Portugal

Established in 1837, Pastéis de Belém, was born out of necessity. At the beginning of the nineteenth century, there was a general store attached to a sugar cane refinery next to the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos. Due to the liberal revolution, it was a difficult time for religious people and someone from the nearby monastery offered pastries for sale, known as Pastéis de Belém.

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KLCC Park in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Lush green against the backdrop of skyscrapers, KLCC Park in Kuala Lumpur is a great reprieve in this modern city. A well kept public space, it features a manmade lake and a water show with fountains. Conveniently located next to the Petronas Towers, Aquaria KLCC, Suria KLCC shopping mall, this park is a sturdy staple in the city center.

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Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Batu Caves are indeed a wonder. Colorful stairs etched into the limestone hill lead to caves with active temples and colorful art. It is an incredibly popular Hindu shrine to the Lord Muruga, boasting the largest statue of the deity outside the temple, and is the site of the Tamil festival of Thaipusam in Malaysia. Many pilgrim here to pay respects and worship, though all are welcome to climb the stairs and be in wonder of this architectural feat.

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Tonle Om South Gate at at Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia

A scenic and decorative gate which features an intricate arch and is lined with statues leading up to the gate, Tonle Om South Gate is a spectacle not to be missed. There are 54 figures that symbolize the devas in the bas-relief of the Churning of Sea of Milk, which can be seen at the main temple complex.

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Phnom Bakheng at Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Phnom Bakheng is the state temple of the first Khmer capital at Angkor and was erected in the late ninth and early tenth century by King Yasovarman I. Meant to be a new capital for the king and emulating Mount Meru, home of the Hindu gods, it was abandoned soon after construction. It is the location of this hilltop temple that makes it unique in the complex.

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