All tagged Asia

Malaysia: Batu Caves, an unmissable attraction

An ancient limestone rock over 400 million years old houses a network of caves - Batu Caves, of which 3 are the most visited: Cathedral Cave, Cave Villa, Ramayana Cave. Named after the name of the nearby river, the Batu caves are one of the major tourist attractions of Malaysia, the largest Hindu resort outside India.

Laksa - Asian taste

Every culture has a food or dish that is so versatile that it can be consumed at any meal, at any time of day. Laksa falls into this category. During our vacation in Malaysia and Singapore, we had laksa for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, fancy restaurants or street food stalls.

Durian vs Jackfruit

If you have not travelled to India or Southeast Asia, you may have never seen fresh durian and jackfruit fruits. Both are known for their specific smell and taste and while durian has its origin in Malaysia, Borneo, and Indonesia, jackfruit is native to southern India.

Vietnam, in festive garb

Tết Nguyên Đán or Tết has the same basic meaning as the Western New Year. Considered the first day of spring and the most important national holiday in Vietnam, it coincides with the Lunar New Year celebrated annually in January or February. It is a wonderful time to see the traditions of the Vietnamese people.

Sri Lanka, safari on Madu river

Madu Ganga is the second largest wetland in Sri Lanka. For nature lovers, it is the perfect place. A 2-3 hour tour on the dark and dangerous channels, formed by the large mangrove forests, interspersed with stretches of azure-blue water, is a dream come true.