Visit 5 most beautiful beaches of Cambodia

Cambodia is home to stretches of untouched coastline, postcard-perfect tropical islands and powder white sand lapped by a turquoise ocean. Here are the 5 most beautiful beaches in Cambodia, but be warned, once you arrive, you may never want to leave.

Long Beach, Koh Rong

As Cambodia’s largest and most developed island, Koh Rong tends to get all the attention, with the majority of travellers heading straight to Koh Touch. However, peace remains easy to find, thanks to the island’s 28 beaches. Long Beach (also referred to as Sok San Beach) is undoubtedly one of its finest, with the seven-kilometre (four-mile) stretch of blindingly white sand that crunches beneath your feet flanked by deliciously clear waters. A true tropical paradise, the coastline provided the setting for the 32nd season of the reality TV show Survivor. It is home to a sprinkling of guesthouses, upmarket Sok San Resort and the recently-opened, luxurious five-star Royal Sands Koh Rong.

Lonely Beach, Koh Rong

The clue is in the name, with Lonely Beach sitting at Koh Rong’s isolated northern tip. Development is yet to hit the area and there remains only one resort there, meaning guests pretty much have this secluded paradise to themselves. If you’re lucky, a late-night dip may light up the waters, as bioluminescent plankton like to hang out here. Make sure you remember to pack all the essentials because there isn’t a shop in sight.

Lazy Beach, Koh Rong Samloem

While the island of Koh Rong Samloem is a long way off from becoming over-run by tourists, if you truly want to escape, then head to Lazy Beach. Situated on the west side of the island via a 40-minute walk through the jungle — or, Lazy Beach resort guests can take a speedboat from Sihanoukville — from the main tourist beach of Saracen Bay, the long stretch of pristine beach provides the perfect prescription to follow its namesake: kick back, relax and immerse yourself in tropical island life.

Otres Beach, Sihanoukville

Although undoubtedly still a quieter alternative to Sihanoukville’s other offerings, Otres is becoming increasingly built-up, with concrete accommodation that includes swimming pools and AC. These buildings almost outnumber the bamboo huts that line the sand. Boasting a chilled-out vibe, Otres attracts the more laidback traveller. The beach is edged by shacks selling food and drinks, as well as cheap places to rest. On the other side of the dirt track sits more upmarket accommodation and even more bars and restaurants.

Koh Tonsay, Kep

Koh Tonsay, or Rabbit Island, sits about a 20-minute boat ride from Kep. Development is sparse on the small island, with accommodation in the form of a few basic wooden huts on the shoreline. Most visitors stop off at the island for the day to splash in the shallow waters, feast on the local food served from the few basic restaurants and relax in the hammocks that swing beneath the palm trees.

See more: Must-visit islands in Cambodia

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4 most beautiful churches in Jakarta, Indonesia

Charming colonial buildings, tradition-influenced design and even charming fusions make these churches more than just a place to attend masses. These beautiful churches in Jakarta are also historical landmarks, a cultural heritage, and are architectural feats.

Stella Maris Catholic Church

This church’s sophisticated wooden interior creates a solemn and relaxing ambiance for those who come to worship. A soft earthy palette is also reflected by the stone floor and exterior, together creating a local and natural feel. The façade takes the form of three concentric ovals adorned by long windows and framed by greeneries. Thoughtful and aesthetic design granted Stella Maris a number of architectural awards, including the honour of getting International Architecture Commendation from The Australian Institute of Architect for its graceful interior.

GPIB Pniel

Like many colonial heritage structures in Indonesia, this church manifests a certain classy and nostalgic feel in its architecture. Started off as a small chapel in 1856, the church building has since undergone a number of rebuilding and revitalisations. Now, the whitewashed building has two main towers, with a rose window and other design elements typical of old European churches. Many of its interior components are remnants of history, including an 1855 bible in Dutch.

Jakarta Cathedral

Built with the Neo-Gothic style typical of the time of construction in 1901, this cathedral looks more like the ones you’ll encounter in Europe than at the heart of the world’s largest Muslim nation. The façade mimics natural stone construction with towering spires and interiors adorned with statues and symbolic objects. This church also serves as a heritage site and destination with one of its three main spires housing a museum showcasing relics of Catholic rituals.

GPIB Immanuel Jakarta

In addition to being a prominent place of worship, this church at the heart of Jakarta is also a historical landmark, having been built during the colonial era in 1834. Moreover, this Protestant church is an architectural feat with monumental pillars and exquisite Corinth-style carvings, a stunning circular layout covered with marble tiles. Inside the effortlessly elegant interior sits an antique pipe organ from 1843 that continues to be used for church services to this day.

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2 day trip to Aichi, Japan

Aichi Prefecture is located in the Chubu Region of Central Japan with Nagoya, its biggest and best known city. Nagoya is Japan’s fourth largest city and the capital and economic hub of Aichi Prefecture. It is also a gateway for travel in Central Japan and a great base for exploring the nearby area. Below are the best destinations to visit in 2 days.

Nagoya Castle

Nagoya Castle is a Japanese castle located in Nagoya City. The castle was originally constructed in early 17th century and served as one of the most important castles in Japan ruled by the Tokugawa clan during Edo Period. The most part of the castle was destroyed during World War II bombing by the U.S. Army Air Forces, it has been reconstructed in 1959 and now serves as a popular tourist site in Nagoya City. The castle is a top viewing spot for cherry blossoms, and also it is illuminated at night from the sunset to 23:00 pm.

Nagashima Spa Land

Nagshima Spa Land is a big amusement park featuring a number of rides fitted for everyone, from thrilling rides to extreme ones. It boasts a huge roller coaster, Steel Dragon 2000, which spreads through the entire park. Nagshima Spa Land also houses hot springs and a water park with several pools and water slides. After enjoying all the rides, visitors can unwind and shop at Mitsui Outlet Park Jazz Dream Nagashima, a mall that has over 200 shops and restaurants.

Tower Park

Tower Park in Ichinomiya City near Nagoya is a beautiful public park with the tallest arch-style tower in Asia at 138 meters tall. The tower offers spectacular panoramic views of the nearby area, Kiso Valley and peaks of the Japan Alps. The park is free to enter and has a lot of interesting things for the whole family. Highlights include a rose garden with 4,000 perpetual roses, seasonal flowers such as cosmos, tulips, hyacinths and poppies, and some of the best cherry blossoms in Aichi Prefecture. A great time to visit is in December for the winter illuminations, when the park is decorated with around 500,000 lights creating a spectacular scene to enjoy the festive season in Japan.

Toyokawa Inari

Toyokawa Inari or its real name is Myogonji Temple is a Sodo sect Buddhist Temple located in Toyokawa City in eastern Aichi Prefecture (about 70 km from Nagoya City), which is dedicated to the god of fertility, rice and agriculture, industry and worldly success as well as the foxes. The unique sight of countless stone statues of foxes can be seen at the temple site.

Korankei Valley

Korankei Valley, located in Nagoya is best known for its autumn colors, being the best autumn leaf viewing spot in the area. The valley goes along Mount Iimori, which is home to Kojakuji Temple. The head priest of the temple planted maple trees in the valley more than 400 years ago. Visitors today can see the beautiful trees that are now fully grown. The highlight of the valley is Taigetsukyo, a vermillion bridge that looks amazing next to the colored trees.

Atsuta Jingu Shrine

Atsuta Jingu Shrine is the second highest rank shrine of Japan, founded in the 8th century. It occupies a big area with huge woods in the metropolitan atmosphere of Nagoya, and there are always many people coming for all kinds of prayers. The woods are full of sacred and reverent feelings, and makes you feel something divine inside yourself, too.

See more: What to do in Nagoya for first-time travelers

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