But Thap Temple: A Must-Visit Cultural Gem in Vietnam
by One of the most important historical marvels in the city of Bac Ninh in Vietnam is the But Thap Temple. Located near the Đuống River dyke in the Thuận Thành …
Visiting the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi, Vietnam
One of the many points of interest in the beautiful city of Hanoi is the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long or simply the Hanoi Citadel. Considered a must-visit, the citadel …
Tay Ho: An Afternoon at the Biggest Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam
The West Lake (more popularly known as Tay Ho Lake) is one of Hanoi, Vietnam‘s most important tourist and cultural destinations. With a shoreline totaling to approximately 17 kilometers, the …
A Rainy Evening at the Taipei 101 Observatory in Taiwan
Despite the heavy rain, we still decided to push through with our scheduled tour of Taiwan‘s tallest skyscraper Taipei 101. The tower is in the Xinyi District in Taipei, around …
Experiencing the Mesmerizing Alleyways of Jiufen Old Street
On our third day in Taiwan, we found ourselves at the amazing Jiufen Old Street. Located several hundred feet above sea level in the Northeastern Coast, this lovely little village …
Seoul on Foot: Exploring the Capital City of South Korea
On our last day in South Korea, I decided to not focus on a specific tourist spot. Knowing that locales are better when experienced on foot, I decided to instead …
Visiting the Famous Gangnam District in South Korea
Today, we finally got to visit the very popular Gangnam District. Gangnam is one of the districts in Seoul, South Korea. It is widely popular due to its high concentration …
Strolling Around Gwanghwamun Plaza in Seoul
The hugely popular Gwanghwamun Plaza is an open space with historical, cultural, and social significance. Located in the Jongno District, the plaza is known as one of the most important …
My Unforgettable Traditional Culinary Adventure in Insadong in Seoul
On our second day in Seoul, we visited one of the city’s most important cultural destinations — the neighborhood of Insadong. Insadong is about as traditionally Korean as it could …