Have you traveled ASEAN countries ?
If no, I fully recommend because there so many beautiful places and tourist attractions that you should visit at least once in your life.
This time, I would like to introduce The 8 best and popular destinations to travel in ASEAN countries Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
1. Phuket – Thailand
Thailand's leading resort area Phuket is full of beautiful beaches with different charms, and night spots where you can enjoy.
Phi Phi Island in Phuket became famous for the movie "The Beach" of Leonardo DiCaprio.
2 Ho Chi Minh City – Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is full of retro photogenic spots, such as castle-like buildings from French rule and Hindu temples. There are plenty of gourmet restaurants, cafes, and a rooftop bar where you can see the night view, so you can feel a little rich. The Cafe Apartment is a large collection of various cafes in Ho Chi Minh City. Since it was built by renovating a disused building, each room is a cafe, making it a popular sightseeing spot for coffee and cafe lovers.
3. Boracay-Philippines
Boracay
Island is a small island with a length of about 7 kilometers located in
the central part of the Philippines and is known as a resort area that
has been selected as one of the 10 best beaches in the world. White Beach, which stretches along the west coast of the island, is especially famous on Boracay Island.
4. Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia
Malaysia is a multi-ethnic country with modern townscapes and old history, and where you can enjoy the scenery rich in nature. The 452m Petronas Twin Towers and the mysterious Batu Caves are must-see tourist spots in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia.
5. Singapore
Singapore is a futuristic city, with colorful street corners and sparkling night views where you can feel a variety of trendy cultures. Speaking of Singapore's big classics, of course, Merlion, Marina Bay Sands, and Garden by the Bay. In addition, there are many sightseeing spots that you can enjoy, such as Night Safari, Universal Studios Singapore (USS), and the glass-enclosed Ferris wheel Singapore Flyer.
6. Angkor Wat – Cambodia
Angkor Wat is so popular that it always ranks high on the list of world heritage sites that people want to visit. Angkor Wat is a large temple representing the Khmer Kingdom and is a spot visited by tourists from all over the world. Numerous cultural properties that have been registered as World Heritage Sites have maintained their unchanging power and beauty since the first half of the 12th century when they were built. You will be fascinated by the architectural techniques of the Angkor dynasty and the fine carvings and art. Many tourists gather during the time of sunrise, which is so beautiful.
7. Halong Bay – Vietnam
Experience the superb view of Halong Bay, where 2,000 strangely shaped rocks protrude from the emerald green sea surface. It is the largest tourist destination in North Vietnam, and you can enjoy more than 2,000 large and small strange rocks and mysterious limestone caves in a bay of about 1,500 square kilometers. It was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in 1994. Ha, Long Bay has the meaning of "the place where the dragon descended", and is also called "Guilin of the Sea", and many tourists visit Vietnam's premier scenic spot. You can also enjoy sea kayaking and cave experiences. If you board a cruise ship for 2 days and 1 night, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Vietnam while spending a luxurious and elegant time.
8. Ayutthaya – Thailand
The ruins of Ayutthaya, where the 400-year history of the Ayutthaya dynasty is carved. There is no doubt that you will be overwhelmed by the many dynamic ruins that give you a glimpse of the prosperity of the time, such as the Buddha's head covered with tree roots and a huge 28-meter-long reclining Buddha. The activity of riding an elephant around the ruins of Ayutthaya is also very popular. Ayutthaya is an island-shaped city surrounded by rivers on all sides, about 7 km from east to west and about 4 km from north to south. Known as the ancient capital of Thailand, it was the capital of the Ayutthaya dynasty, which flourished as the largest trading center in South Asia for about 400 years from the 14th century. There are many world heritage sites, such as "Wat Phra Sri Sanphet" with three towers, "Wat Phra Mahathat" where the Buddha's head buried in the roots of the tree is left, and "Wat Lokayastha" where a huge reclining Buddha lies in the grass.
Summary
There are many tourist attractions in ASEAN countries that you should visit at least once in your life.