Wat Hua Lamphong, which is located in Bangkok’s Bang Rak District, is a Royal Buddhist Temple. The temple is relatively new and has a slightly modern design. It may receive fewer visitors than the older temples but the Wat Hua Lamphong is definitely worth a visit, especially if one is interested ...

A part of the Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok which was established in the 19th century for the practice of western medicine in Thailand, the Songkran Niyomsane Forensic Medicine Museum, named after a Thai pioneer in forensic medicine is the first of its kind in the country. The museum displays a lar...

Quietly nestled within the Kaeng Krajan National Park the Namtok Pa La-u Waterfall is a water cascade unlike any other in Hua Hin. Conveniently located a mere 60 kms from the heart of Hua Hin town this breathtaking natural wonder is one of the many reasons why discerning travellers head to Hua Hi...

There is a saying that “when in Rome, do as the Romans do”. Any seasoned traveller would know exactly what this means. In Sri Lanka there are some traditions that are followed by the locals and foreigners alike. One of these customs or practices is to drop a coin into the till of a wayside temple...

Thailand is an exotic land with diverse attractions that range from beaches to waterfalls, culture to cuisine. For those who love scenery there are many opportunities to get close to nature in the form of rivers, waterfalls and wildlife.

Amongst the many attractive waterfalls in t...

Bangkok is known as a shopper’s paradise and it is a well-earned reputation. From glitzy malls that tower over the city to little shops tucked inside forgotten byroads, tourists will be able to find anything provided that they are willing to look for it. Everything from clothing and jewellery to ...

Mombasa, situated along the Eastern coast of Kenya in Africa is a thriving beach district that has of late caught the attention of travelers not only for the uniquely African experience that a place like Mombasa offers but also for the eclectic mix of races and customs that have fashioned the peo...

The birth date of Buddha is an event that holds an important place in the calendar of religious events in Hong Kong. The day which is considered to fall on the eighth day of the fourth month of each year according to the Chinese lunar method has been made a public holiday by the Hong Kong governm...

A paradise for the ladies and bargain hunters, one finds this amazing segment of a street in Mongkok that is specifically intended for the enthusiastic female shoppers. It is the perfect paradise for this favourite past time of women of many generations who love nothing more than to stroll throug...