Indonesia has a lot of temples that honor the Hindu deity. And the largest Hindu temple compound in here is the Prambanan Temple or locally known as Candi Prambanan. I heard that this Temple which is located in Central Java exceeds most of the temples in Indonesia with its size and beauty. Being one of […]
Candi Borobudur – World’s Largest Buddhist Temple
The magnificent Borobudur temple is the world's biggest Buddhist monument. Candi Borobudur is located in Magelang on the island of central Java, and draws visitors from all over the world. This is one of world’s truly great ancient monuments, comprising well-preserved stairways, terraces, gateways and various stone reliefs. This temple becomes a center of worship […]
Top Places to Visit in Cyprus
One of my dream destinations is Cyprus. It is located at the right side of Mediterranean, so aside from the beautiful sceneries and cultures that one can experience here, Cyprus is also an ideal jump off point to visit neighboring countries in Europe, Asia and Africa. The island strategic location made it a place of […]
Siem Reap: Gateway to Angkor Wat
Siem Reap in Cambodia is the land of Angkor Wat, the most iconic travel destinations in Cambodia and one of the famous tourist spot in the world. It is known as the gateway to the majestic temple complexes of nearby Angkor Wat. From the first time I visited Siem Reap last 2010, I knew right […]
8 Reasons (Photos) to Visit Luang Prabang in Laos
Luang Prabang is a green town set in a curve of the river Mekong. It is very pleasant to stroll around the town, particularly in the evening when the main street is often transformed into a walking street market. When??in??Laos, it??is one of the must visit place before going into another tourist place around Asia. […]
Street Foods in Luang Prabang, Laos
If you are in Luang Prabang, Laos and travelling on a budget, try the vendors who set up food stalls in a small alley on the south end of the night market from 6-10 p.m. each night. It was basically all you can eat street food. Every evening in Luang Prabang, Sisavangvong Street is closed […]
Photo of the Week: Share it Forward
This shot was taken in Luang Prabang in Laos. While in Luang Prabang, you may observe the morning alms giving ceremony called Binthabat where monks walk through town in single file carrying their alms bowls to give lay people the opportunity to offer alms and gain merit. On the other hand, these monks share some […]
Binthabat: Alms giving ceremony in Luang Prabang, Laos
In Luang Prabang, Laos, one of the most beautiful sights is the sunrise alms giving ceremony called 'Binthabat' in Lao. Binthabat takes place every morning at 5:30 am and is performed in about 30 minutes. It is a profound expression of generosity, a cardinal virtue for the Lao people, and is a significant source of […]
The night market in Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang night market is located along Sisavangvong Road from the Royal Palace Museum. It is open daily from 5pm to about 10pm. Every evening a kilometre-long stretch of road is closed to vehicle traffic and turned into a walking and shopping street while the market takes place. Sisavangvong road during day time Vendors […]
Photo of the Week: Monks in Luang Prabang, Laos
This shot was taken at Luang Prabang in Laos. Binthabat is a profound expression of generosity, a cardinal virtue for the Lao people, and is a significant source of religious merit for the Buddhist community. It is probably the closest religious interaction between lay people and monks. Whenever it is performed, it is done […]