Top 5 Asian cities you should not miss
It is a new year and a new beginning. I wish along with other things all your travel desires fulfilled this year.
This article would help you find out top 5 Asian cities which you should not miss at any cost
Asian cities that will surprise you
North Goa, India
Goa is one of the Indian states, located in western part of India. The entire state is on a coastal line and gifted with scores on beautiful beaches, nature trails, mountain ranges and breathtaking waterfalls, read dudhsagar.
Why?
Goa is divided mostly into three parts, North Goa, South Goa and Old Goa. One part you as a tourist surely can’t miss is North Goa.
This part of Goa is full of energy and happiness, it gives you the pleasure of being independent and enjoy the scenic beaches and dance to the tune of shacks around the beaches. The best part is that alcohol here is duty-free so you can booze a lot without spending lots of money.
Best Time to Go:
One should plan a visit in Nov-Feb season to enjoy the best of it. It is full of tourists from across the globe. Many western tourists have liked this place so much that they have bought homes here and become its native :).
Things to do:
You can do whatever you want to do here, almost. You can enjoy beaches, water sports like parasailing, banana ride, snorkeling, scuba diving and you can enjoy the best of sea foods. Visit Baga beach in the evening and have dinner at Brittos which is overlooking the sea. You can dance to the tunes of local music. One must cover the Calangute Beach, Candolim Beach and Fort Auguda and Chapora.
Thimpu, Bhutan
Bhutan is the happiest country in the world and it capital Thimpu does the true justice to this title.
Why?
This place is gorgeously scenic and has lot of temples, Monasteries, Museum and local markets.
Best Time to Go:
The best times to visit are from mid september to the end of October and from March to May.
Things to do:
Plan to visit various beautiful and peaceful Monasteries, like Changangkha Lhakhang, The National Memorial Chorten.You can also visit lots of museum if they interest you like The National Folk Heritage Museum, The Royal Textile Academy. You can do local shopping at Thimphu Centenary Farmers Weekend Market. Thimphu weekend market is by far the largest domestic market for the farmers of Bhutan. Farmers come from as far as Lingshi in the north, Tashiyangtse in the east, and Sarpang, Dagana, and Tsirang in the south bring their farm products to the market.
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Nuwara Eliya is one of the hill stations in Srilanka. It is also one of the oldest and cleanest cities of Srilanka.
Why?
It is referred as “Little England” and it is a combination of a small hilly town surrounded by green and vast tea gardens. Plan your visit here for tea gardens, parks and lakes. This place has a positive vibe always.
Best Time to Go:
The best time to visit this place is from December to April.
Things to do:
While you can just relax and read a novel here but I would suggest some must visit places like, Pedro Tea Estate, Hakgala Gardens, Victoria Park and Galway’s Land National Park. It’s so picturesque, both in the lead up to the town and once you are actually here and something you can visit with your kids.
Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and has a century of old architectures and rich south Asian culture.
Why?
This city has come out of wars and now in a phase of building boom and trying to be a developed city. One must visit this place for temples, theaters, local markets and food and national park.
Best Time to Go:
The best time to visit this place is November to February or November to May as people liked the months March to May as well.
Things to do:
Among many activities and things to do here, I must recommend places like Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Water Puppet Theatre, Ho Chi Mich Mausoleum, The perfume Pagoda and Doan Xuan Market.
Pattaya, Thailand
Thailand is true paradise because of it’s picturesque landscapes, virgin islands and nightlife. This country is the big hit among all age groups and fits into almost everyone’s budget. Pattaya is a place known for its amazing nightlife. The bars and disc just add to the awesomeness.
Why?
I would recommend this particular city to bachelor’s and their bachelor’s party. It is one of the best places on earth to celebrate last few of day of bachelorhood, to celebrate friendship and to celebrate success. Just to add on the top of it, it is also perfect for families with white sand beaches and islands.
Best Time to Go:
The best season to go here is between November to February. You can book your tickets to Bangkok and from there it is 2-hour drive.
Things to do:
First things first, if you are going for partying you must visit walking street but if you are going with family you can skip that visit Sanctuary of Truth (Prasat Sut Ja-Tum), Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden, Big Buddha and Koh Lan (Coral Island) and enjoy various sort of activities at these places.
/// Written by, Kunwar Vikas, kunwarvikas30@gmail.com
