Nusa Lembongan
Pura Segara and its enormous banyan tree are the site of frequent ceremonies.
Must-see attractions in Southeast Asia
Temples of Angkor
The immense north gate of Angkor Thom connects the walled city with Preah Khan and the temples of the Grand Circuit.
Canggu
Overlooking Batu Bolong Beach is the centuries-old Pura Batumejan complex, which has a striking pagoda-like temple.
Phnom Penh
This striking grey stupa is dedicated to King Ang Duong (r 1845–59) and is guarded by lions and guardian spirits.
South Sulawesi
Pulau Tinabo houses a small National Park outpost and the only tourist infrastructure (such as it is) in the area.
Banyak Islands
There’s good snorkelling between Pulau Laman and Pulau Laureh, with some remarkable growths of vivid blue coral.
Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay
Cape of Good Hope is a spacious gallery showcasing local Singaporean artists, both established and up-and-coming.
Leyte
This vast concrete structure dominates the promenade. It's a key venue for big basketball games and conferences.
Siquijor
The impressive and stylishly time-worn pink-coral-stone and timber San Isidro Labrador Church was built in 1884.
Banyak Islands
A crescent-shaped, uninhabited island with pristine beaches on either side as well as excellent snorkelling.
Sungai Bantang Recreational Forest
Johor
Accessed from Bekok, this green zone is known for its waterfalls and waterways. There are some camp sites.
Kuala Terengganu
A compact display of interesting B&W photos telling the story of Kuala Terengganu's Chinatown history.
Chiang Mai
The biggest of Chiang Mai's ancient gates is lively with tourists snapping photos and feeding the pigeons.
Johor
Set up by the British, construction on this lovely white, colonnaded high school was completed in 1915.
Kuala Terengganu
The public art on this Chinatown alley commemorates local Chinese community leaders and famous Malays.
Ko Tarutao Marine National Park
A signposted track 300m inland from Ao Son beach leads to Nam Tok waterfall (3km, 1½ hours each way).
Sanur
An engaging display about Bali's endangered sea turtles that usually includes some young hatchlings.
Johor
This pleasant riverside park is well worth a stroll for views of sunset, or early in the morning.
Phnom Penh
This artificial hill has a structure containing a bronze footprint of the Buddha from Sri Lanka.
Phang-Nga Province
The biggest of the Similan Islands has hikes to viewpoints; overnight stays are now banned.
Trang Beaches & Islands
This small karst islet lies between Ko Muk and Ko Ngai and is a popular snorkelling stop.
Cat Ba Island
By far the nicest beach in Cat Co Cove is Cat Co 2 with a pretty swathe of white sand.
Pavilion for Royal Celebrations
Phnom Penh
The royal family celebrate important festivals in the Khmer calendar in this pavilion.
Sabah
This large island is known for its 12 beautiful caves, one of which you can explore.
Sarawak
Built in 1889, the Hock Leong Tieng temple is one of the oldest buildings in Kapit.
North Luzon
The immense Italian Renaissance–style St William’s Cathedral was built in 1880.
Iloilo
This impressive cathedral is the seat of the Catholic diocese in western Visayas.
Phnom Penh
This shrine includes a striking bronze sculpture of the former king on horseback.
Myanmar (Burma)
Hand-worked silk-weaving workshop that welcomes visitors without sales pressure.
Kalimantan
The closest floating market to central Banjarmasin is lively but touristy.
Bangkok
Following his first European tour in 1897, Rama V (King Chulalongkorn; r 1868–1910) returned with visions of European castles and set about transforming…
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