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HERE ARE 5 ICONIC PLACES IN SOUTHEAST ASIA

1. INDONESIA : Beaches of Bali


Bali is the most popular island holiday destination in the Indonesian archipelago. The island is home to an ancient culture that's known for its warm hospitality. Exotic temples and palaces set against stunning natural backdrops are some of the top attractions. After sunset, famous nightspots come to life offering exciting clubbing and packed dance floors. Inland, towering volcanoes and pristine jungles greet you with plenty to see and do. 
2. MALAYSIA : Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia, boasting gleaming skyscrapers, colonial architecture, charming locals, and a myriad of natural attractions. Divided into numerous districts, its main hub is called the Golden Triangle which comprises Bukit Bintang, KLCC and Chinatown. KL is widely recognised for numerous landmarks, including Petronas Twin Towers (the world’s tallest twin skyscrapers), Petaling Street flea market, and Batu Caves, which is over 400 million years old.

3. SINGAPORE : Marina Bay Sands

Located along the edge of Marina Bay, Marina Bay Sands features three towering hotel towers with a stunning sky park as its peak, a 'floating' crystal pavilion, a Museum inspired by Lotus flowers, a retail store filled with the latest labels and international luxury brands, Trendy Celebrity Chef restaurants, unlimited entertainment in the theater, the coolest night clubs and Las Vegas-style casinos. Business visitors can enjoy MICE facilities (Meetings, Incentives, Meetings and Exhibitions) equipped with modern technology, a very flexible exhibition hall, and a convention center that can accommodate more than 45,000 people.
4.  THAILAND : Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a land of misty mountains and colourful hill tribes, a playground for seasoned travellers, a paradise for shoppers and a delight for adventurers. On a trip to Chiang Mai, the curious traveller can expand their horizons with Thai massage and cooking courses. Others will be bowled over by the variety of handicrafts and antiques. The wild child will find plenty of lively nightlife, and the epicure can indulge in wonderful cuisine. Despite its relatively small size, Chiang Mai truly has it all.
5.  MYANMAR : Golden Rock Pagoda


Although classified as a small pagoda with a height of only 7.3 meters, this Pagoda is included in the 3 Great Pagodas important in Myanmar after Shwedagon and Mahamuni Pagoda in Yangon. This gold-colored pagoda or stone (hence called Golden Rock) does not fall even though it is located on the lip or tip of a rock that resembles a cliff because of the balance of gravity and also because of everything related to legend and beliefs held by the people here.


5 UNUSUAL GREETING CUSTOMS


·         TIBET : Sticking your tongue out


 Tibetan monks stick their tongue out to greet people. They also press the hands together and place them in front of their chest to show that they “ come in peace “.

 ·         NEW ZEALAND : Hongi


The traditional Maori greeting known as Hongi, this is similar to the Oman’s greeting except they also press their forehands together and look each others eyes.

·         JAPAN : Bowing
People greet each other with a bow in japan. The problem is that their bows differ in angle and duration, depending on the person they are greeting.

·         KENYA : Adamu
If you are lucky enough to witness the unique welcoming greeting of the Maasai’s, you are in for a treat!. The tribe warriors perform an elaborated jumping dance

·         THAILAND : Wai


In Thailand people greet each other by pressing their hands together in a prayer fashion and slightly bowing their hands. Actually this way is similar with the indian 



5 EVENTS WHEN WE USUALLY MEET TOURIST 

1. KOREA : Buryeong mud festival


Of the numerous festivals in Korea, Boryeong Mud Festival attracts the largest number of international visitors. During the festival period, tourists flock to the area to experience the benefits of Boryeong's mud while having a blast. Fully immersed in both the mud and the festival’s great atmosphere, visitors enjoy mud wrestling, mud sliding and even swimming in the giant mud bath. Visitors feeling particularly energetic can try the marine mud-training course, while those looking for something more relaxing can enjoy the mud massage zone. In the evening, music and fireworks continue the party going at the beach.
INDONESIA : Kecak dance 

The Kecak dance, locally referred to as Tari Kecak, is a captivating traditional Balinese art performance. It is also nicknamed ‘the monkey chant dance’ for its dominant chanting or 'fire dance' for its occasional use of fire as a centrepiece prop. The Kecak was created around 1930 and is now internationally recognised as one of Bali’s top signature dances (alongside the Barong and Legong). The Kecak dance is unique in that it has no other musical background or accompaniment besides the chanting of its male dancers, intoning a keh-chack polyrhythmic choir throughout the performance. The Kecak’s storyline is from an episode in the Ramayana epic.
INDIA : Holly



Holi celebrations in Barsana are among the most unique festivities in India. In the spirit of fun, smearing of colors, drenching in water and mock fights. According to legends, Barsana was the birthplace of Radha, the consort of Lord Krishna. As the fables narrate, the lord used to come from his home-town Nandgaon to tease Radha and the Gopis. Men from Nandgaon come to Barsana to play and the women greet them with sticks (lathis). The unique spectacle is known as Lathmaar holi. The abundance of sweets, bhang and the festive spirit enhance the thrill.
CHINA : Ice festival


Located in Heilongjiang Province in northern China, this is the largest snow and ice festival in the world and features many spectacular installations and activities.
The annual festival officially takes place from January 5 to February 5 but several tourist attractions are open to visitors before the opening ceremony, including the most popular of all - the Harbin Ice and Snow World, made with blocks of ice pulled from the nearby Songhua River.
This year, Harbin's World of Ice and Snow covers more than 600,000 square meters and includes more than 100 landmarks. It was made of 110,000 cubic meters of ice and 120,000 cubic meters of snow.
BRAZIL : Mardi gras


Mardi Gras is a Christian holiday and a phenomenon of popular culture that dates back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility ceremonies. Also known as Carnival or Carnival, it is celebrated in many countries around the world - especially those with a large Roman Catholic population - on the day before the religious season of Lent begins. Brazil, Venice and New Orleans host some of the most famous public holiday celebrations, and of course attract thousands of tourists from various parts of the world
SOURCES :
https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/mardi-gras
https://www.opodo.co.uk/blog/greetings-around-the-world/
https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/mardi-gras
https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/harbin-ice-and-snow-festival-2019-china/index.html
https://www.indianholiday.com/fairs-and-festivals/uttar-pradesh/holi-festival.html
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http://www.bali-indonesia.com/attractions/kecak-dance.htm
http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/SI_EN_3_2_1.jsp?cid=697135
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