Central Sulawesi
Several homestays in Napu Valley make it a good base of operation for exploring the eastern side of Lore Lindu. A handful of megaliths in nearby villages…
Must-see attractions in Southeast Asia
Myanmar (Burma)
If you have time to kill in Monywa, it's worth taking a stroll around this eye-catching pagoda, a 15-minute walk southwest of the clock tower.
Brunei Darussalam
Puts an 'edutainment' spin on the oil industry, with hands-on exhibits aimed largely at kids. Occasional themed temporary exhibitions, too. About 700m…
Si Satchanalai Centre for Study & Preservation of Sangkalok Kilns
Sukhothai Province
Located 5km south of the Si Satchanalai ruins, this centre has large excavated kilns and many intact pottery samples. The exhibits are interesting despite…
East Java
Sampang stages bull races and is the centre of the regency (administrative sub-division) of the same name.
Malaysia
The longest bridge in Putrajaya, at 435m, Putra Bridge's latticework and minaret-style pillars mimic the design of the Khaju Bridge in Esfahan, Iran.
Manila
A shady spot in Rizal Park where regulars test each other and look for new blood with shouts to visitors of ‘Hey Joe, do you play chess?’.
Myanmar (Burma)
A minor attraction in A Myint is the British-era house of the former village chief. It's private and still owned by the original family, who might show…
Bukit Peninsula
As you explore Tanjung Benoa's narrow, multicultural streets, you'll encounter this domed mosque, located within 100m of the peninsula's Chinese Buddhist…
Vientiane
One of a cluster of temples on the main drag, known for its Bangkok-style sǐm (ordination hall) and heavy gates, which are flanked by two nyak (guardian…
Demilitarised Zone
Crossing the Dakrong River 13km east of the Khe Sanh bus station, this bridge was rebuilt in 2001 and bears a marker hailing its importance as a conduit…
Kanchanaburi Province
'Flag Pole Hill' sits right on the border and has large flags of Thailand and Myanmar along with limited views into the latter. It's 750m west of the town…
Southeast Luzon
This vast bat-filled limestone cave near the village of Lictin, en route to San Andres, extends for about 200m via a well-made path. Bring a torch or hire…
East Bali
Sacred statues from Pura Besakih are brought to the temple at this beach for ritual cleansing. Admire the pale blue flowers – they're sacred – on the wild…
Seminyak
An agricultural temple where farmers pray for relief from rat infestations, and savvy builders make offerings of forgiveness before planting yet another…
Chiang Mai
The more colourful of Chiang Mai's two Hindu temples is the brightly painted mandir (traditional shrine room) and the sikhara (tower) of Devi Mandir…
Ko Phi-Phi
Immediately east of Ao Ton Sai, this area has a few small white-sand beaches in rocky coves, some of them relatively quiet. It’s a 15-minute beach or…
Nha Trang
Do Dien Khanh is a welcoming host and very talented photographer of Vietnamese landscapes and life – his portraits of minority people are captivating…
Northern Laos
This attractive hilltop temple is one of the best spots to head to for cooler air and fabulous sunset views of the valley below. The 15m-tall gold Buddha…
Iloilo
This historic neo-Gothic church is interestingly sometimes referred to as 'the feminist church' because there are only sculptures of female saints on…
Jonker Walk World Heritage Park
Melaka City
Take a break from Chinatown's bustle in this tiny park dominated by the vastly exaggerated muscleman statue of Dr Gan Boon Leong, the founding father of…
George Town
Housed in Dewan Sri Pinang, the island’s first multipurpose hall, this small and rather tired gallery includes a permanent collection of contemporary…
Singaraja
Singaraja's main temple, the largest in northern Bali, is not usually open to foreigners. You can appreciate its size and admire the carved stone…
Pai
Nam Tok Mae Yen is worth a visit, particularly after the rainy season (October to early December). The waterfall is a couple of hours’ walk down the rough…
Chiang Mai
It's worth ducking into this small government museum to see the bizarre shapes that Thai money has taken over the years, from hammered coins to round…
Church of Mary Immaculate Conception
Sarawak
Completed in 2002, this Catholic church sits on a hilltop overlooking Kapit. The building has a three-tiered roof and is supported by 12 pillars…
Malang
Malang's largest public market. Expect fruit, beef, fish and more, much more. Busiest in the morning, it's worth a trawl for the people-watching as much…
Northwestern Cambodia
Pailin's market is a good place to chow down on street food. A few stalls here still sell rubies and sapphires, but most are either fakes or semi-precious…
East Bali
To appreciate the narrow band of the coast, stop at the lookout and cafes on the hillside at Jemeluk. The deep-blue water sparkles, dotted with…
Kuching
Kuching’s oldest building, the Bishop's House was constructed – in 1849, with admirable solidness – by a German shipwright.
Aceh
A solemn tsunami memorial and grave site at Lhok Nga near Banda Aceh. It features a curling wave monument, which is slowly being encroached upon by the…
Northwest Vietnam
For an overview of Son La, follow the stone steps to the left of the Trade Union (Cong Doan) Hotel in the north of town. It's a 20-minute uphill walk to…
Candidasa
Candidasa's temple is on the hillside across from the lagoon at the eastern end of the village strip. It has twin temples devoted to the male-female gods…
Manila
This is a famous Ninoy Aquino statue that shows him right before he was shot. It’s built on the spot where many pro-democracy rallies took place in the…
Temples of Angkor
Head down below the walls in the southwest corner of Angkor Thom to see the water outlet of Run Ta Dev. In its heyday this once powerful city was criss…
Malaysia
Handsome Masjid Jamek was built in the early 20th century in the Malaccan style with a tiered pyramidal roof and a lighthouse-like minaret.
Pattaya
Thais come here for the ultimate selfie as they pose amid cleverly designed 3D paintings of dinosaurs, waterfalls, ancient Egypt and, bizarrely, an…
Hat Kata
The small, uninhabited, jungle-clad islet of Ko Pu glistens across the waves just off Hat Kata Yai, making for gorgeous sunsets.
Northern Thailand
Located just north of central Kamphaeng Phet, this Buddhist temple contains a handsome wooden hŏr đrai (manuscript library) dating back to the 19th…
Bukit Peninsula
Across from the morning market, this ebony-hued temple from the 18th century is a snoozy place until it explodes with life, offerings, incense and more on…
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