Southeast Asia - Südostasien

The small sultanate on the island Borneo At first glance, many people only know one thing about it: wealth. Many raw materials have turned the small country into a prosperous oasis. Visitors almost inevitably come to the capital Bandar Seri Begawan at. A boat tour to the floating village of Kampung Ayer is a must. But nature lovers also get their money's worth. In the eastern district Temburong is the Ulu Temburong National Park. He offers interesting jungle tours.

IndonesiaIndonesia

Natural disasters, such as floods and volcanic eruptions, do not make life easy for Indonesia. On the other hand, the country with its countless large and small islands has a lot to offer. Alone Bali is visited by four million travelers annually. There are also well-known world cultural heritage sites such as the Borobudur and Prambanan temples in Central Java. And if you want to explore untouched nature, with jungles and uninhabited islands, this is the right place. The impressive Komodo dragon is also the largest carnivorous land lizard in the world with a length of up to 3 meters and is only found in Indonesia.

CambodiaCambodia

The Khmer Rouge and tense security situations have made the country disappear from travel brochures for a long time. The more Cambodia with the incomparable temples of Angkor in the interests of travelers to Southeast Asia. But the country also has a lively one Capital with a bit of colonial charm, cozy beaches on the Gulf of Thailand and untouched jungle regions in the northeast. If you want to experience life away from the technological modernity on the Mekong and Tonle Sap lifelines, Cambodia should be on your wish list.

LaosLaos

Speeding long boats on the Mekong and stress are a horror for the Laotians. This country loves it a step more quietly. One approaches the place comfortably in boats or buses Luang Prabang. Its temples have been a World Heritage Site since 1995. Laos is different and Laos is beautiful. Visitors who "clicked" it once in Laos often come back again and again. After all, there is still a lot to discover and travel to. For example the level of the clay jugs. Or a relaxed tour along the Mekong to Cambodia.

MalaysiaMalaysia

Merdeka! On August 31, 1957 at midnight the time had come. Malaysia became independent. The divided country has a special fascination and versatility to offer. There is the modern, pulsating, very cosmopolitan one that is pulsing 24 hours a day Kuala Lumpur. A real contrast may be the traditional eastern part on the Malaysian peninsula. Somewhere in between are the two states on Borneo with their colorful mix of people and nature reserves. But if you just want to relax, you will find it all year round. Due to its location on two oceans, Malaysia always has an island with a beautiful climate on offer. Colonial buildings, sultan's palaces and temples also offer many opportunities for those interested in history.

MyanmarMyanmar

Myanmar - unknown, mysterious and beautiful country. "Goldenes Land" is actually a fitting description, as any visitor will quickly find out. Gold-plated pagodas shine over the places, people stick gold leaf to holy figures and somehow the syllable is surprisingly often used in names for places and pagodas Shwe - in German gold - in the game. Those who are willing to forego fast means of transport and routes as well as the infrastructure they are used to from home can drift in a country full of spirituality, impressive historical sites and one of the most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia.

East TimorEast Timor

PhilippinesPhilippines

SingaporeSingapore

Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles laid the foundation stone of a British trading post in 1819 and is considered the founder of the Lion City - that's the literal translation of the name. To date, the city-state has developed into one of the most successful countries in the world. As a cosmopolitan cultural melting pot, you can get to know almost all of Asia culturally in Singapore. Singapore is particularly worth a trip for culinary delights. You can experience real culinary delights here for 24 hours. Without fear of the usual travel illnesses, Singapore is the cleanest city in the world. During the city tour, one encounters a peaceful coexistence of Chinese, Malays, Indians and Europeans, all of whom have incorporated their cultures. If you want to take a rest afterwards, you can even find bathing islands in Singapore, such as Kusu Island, St. John's Island, Lazarus Island and the Sister Islands.

ThailandThailand

VietnamVietnam

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Southeast Asia is also very diverse in terms of the predominant religions. In addition to the main / state religions, there are animists and mixtures of different religious directions. The table only sorts the countries according to the most influential (non) religion.

Not everyone likes to be lazy on their vacation. The possibilities for diving enthusiasts are almost inexhaustible. The best-known destination for divers is certainly Thailand. But now every country has professional diving centers. Interested parties can also dive into places a little off the hotspots

There are hotels that traditionally have a well-established reputation worldwide as a long-established, stylish top address and are already legendary.

• The Oriental in Bangkok
• The Raffles in Singapore
• The Beach in Yangon

But you can also travel very stylishly.

• The Eastern & Oriental Express lets its guests travel luxuriously by rail. It connects Singapore with Bangkok and on to Chiang Mai and Vientiane.
• In a river boat that used to travel the Rhine, you can now explore Myanmar's golden pagodas along the Ayeyarwaddy.

• The Hkakabo Razi is the highest mountain in Southeast Asia at 5881 meters. It is located in the far north of Myanmar on the border with China. The first ascent was not made until 1996 by the Japanese Takashi Ozeki and Nyama Gyaltsen.
• The Cambodian capital Phnom Penh owns an Olympic stadium, although the country never hosted the Olympic Games. Even the five rings are emblazoned over the entrance.
• The Bridge on the River Kwai actually led across the river Mae Klong and not about Kwai. It was not until the 1960s that the upper reaches of the river became Kwae Yai renamed and the bridge name is consistent.