Where is a trip worthwhile? What can I experience on the way?
Many regions of this world are simply worth a trip. Nature, landscape, flora and fauna, mountains, rivers and lakes shape the character. People brought and bring their culture. Often it is the little things that make up the beauty of a region. I try to discover these in the regions I travel. Reports of it I put together on these pages.
Only about 80km north of Bangkok, Ayutthaya is the ruins of an ancient Siam Empire in the floodplains of the Chao Phraya River. On foot or by bicycle you can explore the extensive grounds between rivers and canals. Ayutthaya is also a good place to overcome the jetlag after the journey.
4000 islands are said to be Si Phan Don in southern Laos. The Mekong divides here over a width of 14km and falls over a rocky band into the depth. In between islands, rainforest and an opportunity to experience the river landscape up close.
Vietnam has many worthwhile destinations. You can get a first impression with a short term entry from Thailand or neighbouring countries. The lively metropolis of Hanoi has as much charm as the landscapes of Ha Long Bay or Ninh Binh. If you are a fan of mountain hiking, Sa Pa is a good starting point
The „Plain of Jars“ in northeastern Laos remains shrouded in mysteries of the past. Were the stone pots urns or storage jars for rice wine, flour and more? What period do they really date from? A world heritage site in a very rural region of Southeast Asia.
Gran Canaria is not only an exotic bathing island. Of volcanic origin, its landscape is beautiful to look at and also easy to hike. And the cities like the island capital Las Palmas or the small country town Agaete radiate the charm of the centuries.
The Portuguese World Heritage region of Sintra beckons with villas, palaces and a castle. A remote old monastery in the Serra de Sintra helps you jump back in time centuries. Take a look around the westernmost region of continental Europe.
On Tenerife you can not only swim and laze in the sun, but also go hiking in the mountains, watch whales or enjoy culture and explore the history. The best way to do this is to take the planning into your own hands and shape your trip. The information here will help you.
A stop in Pai has some advantages. Apart from the worth seeing surroundings and attractions, you can easily organize your further tour through the northern mountains of Thailand. Or motorize yourself…
If you are in Thailand on the northeast route through the Isan plateau, then you should definitely visit Phimai. The small quiet town offers an impressive insight into the skills of the master builders and stonemasons of this time with a 1000 year old temple complex from the Khmer Empire of Angkor Wat.
I am happy to welcome other authors on these pages, who are on sunny paths in the world. The guest post about the regions on New Zealand South Island comes…