Language Primer: Mandarin
Our correspondent in Taipei prosaically gets to grips with Taiwan’s official vernacular. Continue reading Language Primer: Mandarin
Tag: Asia
Language Primer: Tiếng Việt / Vietnamese
Our correspondent outlines the basics of Vietnam’s principal language. Continue reading Language Primer: Tiếng Việt / Vietnamese
Malacca: A Crucial Centre of Trade in Malaysia
Our correspondent in Malaysia delves into the history of the ‘Venice of the East’. Continue reading Malacca: A Crucial Centre of Trade in Malaysia
Language Primer: Sinhala
Our correspondent in Sri Lanka presents the most basic of basic guides about the island nation’s principal dialect that isn’t Tamil. Continue reading Language Primer: Sinhala
Language Primer: Khmer
Our correspondent learns more about Cambodia: in this case, how to make oneself understood. Continue reading Language Primer: Khmer
Language Primer: Lao
Our correspondent heads into Laos and, in amongst the colonial architecture, Mekong tributaries and historic sites, attempts to expand his vocabulary. Continue reading Language Primer: Lao
Deep Cavern: The Temple of Kek Long Tong
Our correspondent stumbles upon a site of worship amongst the limestone outcrops of Perak. Continue reading Deep Cavern: The Temple of Kek Long Tong
Still Life: Qing Xin Ling and a Trip in Time
Our correspondent in Ipoh ventures around an enclave vividly celebrating Malay culture. Continue reading Still Life: Qing Xin Ling and a Trip in Time
Singapore: The City-State That Defies Convention
Our correspondent, upon visiting Singapore, valiently attempts to surmise a place that exists beyond description. Continue reading Singapore: The City-State That Defies Convention
In Pictures: Seven Reasons to Visit Sumenep, The Forgotten Corner of Java
Sumenep, on the island of Madura, is an oft-neglected regency of rural calm, vibrant culture, delicious food and deserted beaches. The welcome is extremely warm, too… Continue reading In Pictures: Seven Reasons to Visit Sumenep, The Forgotten Corner of Java
Aimless Wandering: Indonesian Locations Ripe for Exploration
One of the lesser-heralded joys of visiting Indonesia is that of simply exploring without purpose, as evidenced by traipsing around this selection of treasure chests. Continue reading Aimless Wandering: Indonesian Locations Ripe for Exploration
Tradition and Lore: Intriguing Sites in Indonesia
Whilst Indonesia has plenty to entice visitors, it is the hidden depths that often offer the most compelling allure. Here are seven such examples. Continue reading Tradition and Lore: Intriguing Sites in Indonesia
Eye In The Middle: Glimpse The Globe 