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A couple walks along an indoor garden walkway at Jewel Changi Airport in Singapore, with lush greenery and the Rain Vortex waterfall in the background.

A Transit time of More Than Five Hours at Changi Airport? Hop On One of Four Free Tours of Singapore

Passengers who are passing through Changi Airport on a stopover can enjoy free guided tours of Singapore’s attractions. The Free Singapore Tour is a programme ...
Buddha statue at Borobudur Temple in Java, Indonesia, with stupas and a panoramic view of lush green hills under a clear blue sky.

Ancient magnificence at Indonesia’s Borobudur Temple

Located on the island of Java in Indonesia, the magnificent Borobudur temple is the world’s biggest Buddhist monument, an ancient site that features intricate architecture, ...
Ancient petroglyphs carved into a brown rock face at Bangucheon Stream in Ulsan, depicting prehistoric animals and human figures.

Bangucheon Stream Petroglyphs in Ulsan Become Korea’s 17th UNESCO Site

Bangucheon Stream Petroglyphs in Ulsan have officially joined the UNESCO World Heritage List, giving Korea its 17th recognized heritage site. Stretching along the tranquil stream ...
Tourists paddle through a limestone cave on a sampan boat in Tam Coc, Ninh Binh, Vietnam.

Northern Vietnam: On The Water In Ninh Binh And Ha Long Bay

I explored another corner of Northern Vietnam which was a day trip to Ninh Binh, located about two hours away by road from the capital ...
Nighttime scene of Hanoi Train Street with diners seated beside the illuminated railway track.

My Favourite Things To Do In Hanoi

Hanoi, the charming capital of Vietnam, offers a rich blend of history and modernity with its vibrant districts centered around Hoan Kiem Lake which acts ...
Aerial view of rice terraces and villages in the mountains of Sapa, Northern Vietnam.

Fansipan Peak in Northern Vietnam: Altitude With Rustic Attitude

I had visited Central Vietnam particularly Hoi An which I had written fondly about in my articles on Ba Na Hills, the old quarter, and ...
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