Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is a vibrant sub-region of Asia, spanning from south of China, through northeast India up to north of Australia. Major countries in this region include Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Brunei, East Timor, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore.

For visitors, the region is a huge cauldron of interesting sights, historical monuments and breathtaking natural vistas. In fact, there's something for everyone! Some of the most visited places in the region include the Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia, the ancient city of Bagan in Myanmar and Bridge Over the River Kwai in Thailand, just to name a few. If you love beaches, go to Bali, Phuket Tioman Island and Kauntan in Malaysia or the China beach in Vietnam, you won't be disappointed!

The region enjoys a long cultural history as well as a rich heritage, mainly influenced by Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and Christianity. The arts and literature, here, has drawn heavily from Indian and Chinese traditions. Cambodia's Angkor temple and the Prambanan Temples compound in Indonesia are perfect examples of Hindu influences here.

Southeast Asian cuisine is something which you'll perhaps remember for the rest of your life! Walk into those eclectic restaurants in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia or Singapore and give a whirl to your taste buds. Spicy prawn soup, Thai fried noodles, chicken soup with coconut milk, and so much more to savor and relish.

If you love shopping, you can't resist shopping in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. From rare treasures of the Orient to branded designer goods and intricate local handicrafts, you'll have mountains of stuff to choose from. In fact, shopping is the reason why many people attend the Great Singapore Sale.

Brunei Cambodia East Timor Indonesia

Laos Malaysia Myanmar Philippines

Singapore Thailand Vietnam