From ancient temples to old Portuguese fortresses, follow this guide for a self-guided clockwise loop around peninsular Macau. There’s a lot to see in Macau besides casinos, and many of the best sites are completely free. See the amazing culture that Macau has to offer.
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The Ruins of St. Paul’s – Everything you need to know about Macau’s most famous landmark
You can’t visit Macau without seeing the city’s most iconic landmark: the ruins of St. Paul’s church. This 17th century Jesuit church is a symbol of Macau, and one of the many remnants of half a millinium of Portuguese rule over the small Chinese peninsula. Here’s everything that you need to know about visiting the ruins of St. Paul’s in Macau.
Wat Mai – Beautiful Royal Temple in Luang Prabang (Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham)
Just down the road from the Royal Palace is Wat Mai, one of the most important royal temples in Luang Prabang, and one that you mustn’t miss when touring the historic city in Laos.
Luang Prabang National Museum and Haw Phra Bang – Lao royal palace and temple
A visit to Luang Prabang is incomplete without a visit to the Natinonal Museum, old Royal Palace, and Haw Phra Bang Temple. The Royal Temple is the home to the legendary Phra Bang Buddha, and sits on the grounds of the old Luang Phrabang Royal Palace. Today, the site is operated and maintained by the Luang Phrabang National Museum, and is one of the best and most interesting sites in the entire city.
What to do in Hoi An, Central Vietnam’s World Heritage City
Once considered by merchants from across Asia to be the center of the world, Hoi An is home to a number of ancient temples, shop houses, and clan houses for the different trading missions that made port in the city. Today, Hoi An is a protected city, and walking through the pedestrian-only old town is like stepping back in time.
Hoi An Lantern Festivals and Night Market
Visit Hoi An, a central Vietnamese city and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The best time to visit is during the full moon, when the city holds its monthly lantern festival on the river.
Hue’s Ancient Town and the Forbidden Purple City
The Forbidden Purple City was the home of the last emperors of Vietnam. Visit Hue, Vietnam’s ancient imperial capital, to explore the ancient town and imperial city. Everything you need to know before a visit!
Should You Book a One Day Tour to Hạ Long Bay?
Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of northern Vietnam’s most beautiful natural wonders. One of the most popular ways to visit the bay is through a one day package tour. What are these tours like, and are they worth the money?
A Secret Communist Bunker at an Ancient Palace – Tang Long Citadel, Hanoi
A secret Communist bunker beneath an ancient Imperial palace – we visit the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, Vietnam
Kyoto, Japan: A Short Guide
Kyoto should not be missed on a visit to Japan. Here are the city’s top sights.