If you are looking for things to do in the older cities of Southeast Asia, which include popular cities like Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore – follow this list of ideas that to take you back to times in the past. Many of these places date back to centuries and speak volumes of the history of these areas.
Being the fastest way into the Butuan City itself and to the other municipalities overlooking the Agusan River, the picturesque hanging bridge is a must stop, especially if you’re biking around Butuan...
Experience the traditional wine (Laksoy) making technique, dating back to 200 years and more, in one of the family run distilleries, north-west of Butuan where Nipa (the intoxicating fruit) actually grows...
Looking for a patch of green with a hint of historic relevance? Located at the bend of El Rio de Butuan and Masao River is the Bud Promontory Eco-Park which is claimed to be the spot where the first Catholic Mass was held, welcoming you with a huge cross at the entrance...
From the terminal near Langihan Bus Terminal, take a tricycle that takes you to the Banza Church Ruins, dating back to 1625, built by the Recollect Missionaries...
Want to know more about Butuan’s cultural heritage and prehistoric existence? Arrive at Butuan National Museum (located in Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte), Monday to Friday, anytime between 9 am to 4 pm...
Visit the home to the remains of the The Balanghai (Butuan Boat) from Monday-Saturday between 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; located 5 km east to the city, a tricycle can take you to the site...
If you’re a history buff, a 30 minutes bicycle ride from the Butuan City will take you to the landing site (monument) in Masao Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte...
If you are in the mood to achieve a zen state of mind through some meditation, Bukit Siguntang Hill is your spot to go-to...
Established in 1938 and currently a government-protected area, the Punti Kayu Forest Park is one of the last remaining pine forest parks in the Indonesian island of Sumatra...
A gruelling six-hour bus journey from Palembang City Center will take you to the waterfalls at Pagar Alam...
Located on a small delta of the Musi River, about 6 km downstream of Ampera Bridge, Kemaro island...
The Musi River cuts through Palembang, making it an important medium of transportation from one side to the other...
Catch a glimpse of history at the Sriwijaya Kingdom Archaeological Park at Jalan Syakhyakirti in Palembang, Indonesia...
When the Tai people migrated to Laos in large batches from mainland China between the 7th and the 13th century, they brought with them their food habits, and perhaps Khao Piak Sen is the best representative of that history...
A tradition that spans over 1000 years, the alms giving ceremony is an integral part of the daily lives of the people of Luang Prabang...
Visit the museum on any day between 7:30 am to 5:30 pm with an entry fee of USD5 for adults; get an insight into the importance of clearing landmines in Cambodia which have had massive impacts on the culture and history of the society...
One of the most beautiful temples to look at, Sulamani has frescoes and murals in very good condition that help a visitor understand the stories of Buddha in much detail...
Mark it in your calendar: 8th November is the official date for the commencement of the Shwezigon pagoda festival, 2019; an age-old tradition which probably has been in continuation since the completion of its construction in the 12th century...
Your Bandung travel itinerary is incomplete without a walk through Braga Street...
Get amazed by the grand architecture of the biggest mosque of South East Asia, the Istiqlal Mosque...
A comforting night-walk through the roads of the Old Town will give you a feel of Europe in Indonesia...
The history-laden streets of the Old Town will take you to its epitome, the Fatahillah Museum that details the rich history of Dutch colonization which is, in essence, the history of Old Town...
Among the 2000 temples that crisscross the vast plains of Bagan, there are some that are mostly visited in virtue of their vantage point; the North Guni temple being one of them...
Balloons over Bagan is officially the premium organization to provide you a topographical orientation of the other-worldly landscape of Bagan...
Bagan remains hot, dry and dusty almost throughout the year, and therefore cycling is a good way to tick off the tour faster...
Raffles’ Landing is a highlighting feature of downtown Singapore and one cannot miss some amazing photography opportunities here with four flawlessly white statues of eminent personalities against the backdrop of the skyscrapers...
A fellowship at this premier institute could prove to be a dream come true for students of history/archaeology with a penchant for traveling...
Visit the History Gallery at the National Museum to gain information about Singapore’s linkage to Java, and the religious/cultural influence that India had on these maritime nations during the 12th century...
A 4-hour drive from Hanoi would take you to the quiet, old village of Mai Chau that is laden with history, rich cultural exchanges and traditions...
Bún bò Huế, which literally means beef noodle soup from the Huế province, is one of the oldest dishes of Vietnam that still continue to please the taste buds of all those who have been here...
Just grazing the Vietnam-Laos border lies the ancient, beautiful cave of Pa Thom in Dien Bien Phu, a holy place of the Dien Bien people...
The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a must-visit for inspiration and knowing some unknown tales about one of the greatest leaders of all time, Ho Chi Minh...
The Long Bien Bridge in Hanoi is a symbol of courage, resilience and power and is a must visit for those with an inclination towards a nation’s history and culture...
Tiong Bahru is one of the oldest districts of Singapore where the past and the present have merged seamlessly...
The heritage centre is a restored colonial bungalow which now serves as a second world war interpretive centre...
The Kranji War Memorial is home to the graves of all the brave soldiers who lost their lives defending Singapore against Japan during the second world war...
Fort Siloso is the sole existing Singaporean coastal defence fort and is thus a very popular historical site in the country...
The Mint Museum Of Toys is a quirky historical place frenched in nostalgia...
The Battle Box Museum has had an extremely interesting history...
The spectacular Sultan Mosque is the biggest mosque in Singapore and one of the most important religious and historical monuments of the country...
If you are looking for some authentic Javanese antiques, spices and batik prints, Berighanjo is the place to be...
Almost a replica of the Jakarta Museum, Sonobudoyo exhibits a well-stocked motley of cultural artifacts belonging to the 8th, 9th and 10th centuries...
The Kraton is the royal seat of Yogyakarta which the only monarchical province of Indonesia; another element adding to the old world quality that already defines the city...
Being an audience to a Wayang puppet theatre allows one a deep delve into the Javanese culture with its strong roots in Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam...