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Top Destinations in South East Asia
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A diverse history, tropical climate, low-fare air carriers, exotic tourist locales, a booming economy and a fast growing hospitality segment are some of the traits that characterize the south eastern part of Asia. South East Asia is in the news in recent times mostly on account of the unprecedented economic boom that has marked the economic growth and development of the countries in the region.
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It is no surprise therefore that the visitors making their way to south East Asia have grown in a big way in recent times. Beautiful beaches, duty-free shopping, wonderful food and flora and fauna figure among the major attractions in south East Asia. Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines are some of the top destinations in South East Asia.
Talking of Singapore, the first image that appears is that of a small but beautiful and orderly city-state. A major commercial hub in Asia and one of the more prosperous nations in the world, Singapore welcomes the visitors with one of the most striking and hi-tech Changi airport. The country is linked to neighboring countries with sea, air and roadways and the mode of conveyance is varied and inexpensive. The East Coast Park provides for bowling, cycling, windsurfing, canoeing while Singapore Botanic Gardens offers a breathtaking account of flora and fauna spread over an extensive area of 52 acres. Mount Faber offers an incredible view of Singapore skyline. The Night Safari offers an incredible account of animal habitation in different geographical zones. Singapore History Museum traces the history of city state while Singapore Art Museum provides an insight into 20th century forms of south East Asian art forms. China Town, Little India and Malay Village offer an account of respective attractions of these places.
Indonesia is another major south East Asian country that boasts of 8 international airports. An archipelago of more than 17000 islands, hundreds of ethnic groups and languages, cultural diversity and one of the longest coastlines, all have contributed immensely towards making of this country as a top destination in South East Asia. Rainforests in Sumatra and Java that cover a substantial part of the country’s land mass and exotic beaches of Bali, Bintan, Nias and Lombok account for a huge number of visitors to the country who enjoy Indonesia’s nature tourism. Kerinci Seblat National Park, Bukit Barisan National Park, Gunungm Leuser National Park provide an insight into the country’s flora and fauna. Hiking, camping, rafting are popular adventure activities for tourists to Indonesia. Shopping, sightseeing, theme parks and cultural tourism are the other features associated with Indonesia as an important destination in South East Asia.
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