One of the most important Hindu sites in Malaysia, these limestone caves are now a shrine to the deity Lord Murugan.
Batu Caves: Discover the vibrant Hindu temples near Kuala Lumpur
Jerash: Discovering Jordan’s ancient Roman city
The most striking thing about this ruined Roman city is its size – it's home to two extraordinarily well-preserved amphitheatres, two temples and an intact mosaic floor.
My Son
Hidden away in the jungle-covered hills of central Vietnam lies the ruined ancient religious complex of My Son, built by the Cham people between the 4th and 13th centuries.
Danang
Home to the majestic Dragon Bridge, which breathes fire and sprays water, the Museum of Cham Sculpture and the Marble Mountains.
Hue: Day 1
Vietnam's fascinating old imperial capital is home to an enormous, faded citadel and the delightfully-named Perfume River.
Hanoi
Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, the Hao Lo Prison and the Temple of Literature are among Hanoi's most notable sights.
Hanoi: First impressions
Overwhelming, but exhilarating: my first impressions of Vietnam's capital left me raring to further explore the lively city.
Kyoto
Thanks to its imperial palaces, picturesque temples, traditional tea houses and scenic gardens, the old Japanese capital is not to be missed.
Nara
Japan's ancient capital is memorable for two things – its abundance of beautiful temples and the deer that roam Nara Park.
Matsushima
This pretty, coastal town sits on the edge of a bay dotted with 250 small islands. It's one of the nihon sankei, that is, one of the three most scenic places in Japan.
Little Old World 