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 elephant encounters (especially if you have kids in tow) , 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 South East Asian 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.
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