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South & Southeast Asia

Singapore
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Throughout
a large swath of the region can be found the spiritual tranquility
of the Himalayas
in Nepal to even more dizzying heights of the Petronas Twin Towers
in Kuala Lumpur, one of the tallest buildings in the world.
More adventures
await with an elephant ride through the hills
and mountains of Thailand, crystal clear diving opportunities
along the Malaysia
coast, exploration by motorbike through a rebuilt Ho
Chi Minh City in Vietnam, or a taste of the rollicking Western
nightlife of Manila
in the Philippines.
If Asia and
the "mysterious East" holds Western travelers enthralled,
an additional swing through South and Southeast Asia holds an
even more astounding variety of alluring wildlife, picturesque
landscapes and cultures
to write home about.
Just up ahead,
discover more about the fascinating sights and sounds of Southeast
Asia with travel information, photos and features on top attractions.
Elsewhere on the Web, check out other top South
& Southeast Asia travel guides offering insider views,
FAQs and forum discussions:
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| Exploring
the Temples of Angkor |

No matter what your spiritual bent, Angkor remains one of
the most mind-blowing religious complexes on the planet. Check
out the complete guide to Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and other
cultural gems in Siem Reap, Cambodia with travel tips and
ticket info ....
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| Top
Beaches in Cambodia, Malaysia and Vietnam |

Despite the touristy allure of more famous spots such as Phuket,
Krabi and Ko Phi Phi in Thailand, the pristine beaches of
your imagination still exist in Southeast Asia. They just
require a few border crossings ...
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| Cultural
Attractions in Chiang Mai, Thailand |

With warm and friendly residents, an ever-growing ex-pat
population, and rich cultural attractions at every turn,
visitors are often warned that if they stop in Chiang
Mai, Thailand, they may never leave ....
also
see -> Traveling
Luang Prabang, Laos
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Tales
of Asia
- First-person travelogues related to the entire continent including
tips & advice on attractions in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam,
Myanmar, Indonesia, East Timor, Malyasia and Singapore, including
photo galleries, blog, FAQ, hotel bookings.
Southeast
Asia: Pearls on a Shoestring - One-stop browsing at National
Geographic for quick tips on seeing the whole of the region in
two-week, two-month and one-year itineraries including a map and
practical advice on getting there and getting around, with related
links.
Southeast
Asia Mainland - Thorn Tree Forum - Join the online discussion
or simply lurk around in forums featuring visitors' recommedations
on top attractions, itineraries, hotels, cruises, trains &
bus transportation, health & safety tips.
Destinations
: Southeast Asia - CDC Traveler's Health - Facts and information
on malaria and other mosquito borne diseases plus advice on preventative
vaccines, what to bring with you, and related health & safety
tips from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
also
see in Sports -> SEA
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