Tag: Folklore

Kuang Si Falls
Laos

Cooling Off in the Kuang Si Falls

Though I’d seen it in pictures, viewing the turquoise pools of water up close had me instantly mesmerized. But the Kuang Si Falls aren’t just a treat for the eyes – they’re also

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Emerald Buddha Chiang Rai
Thailand

Chasing the Emerald Buddha: Part One

Battles have been fought over it. Multiple temples have been named after it. Chronicles detailing the history of its journeys have been found on ancient palm leaf manuscripts in numerous languages. Today, it’s

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Goa Giri Putri
Indonesia

Nusa Penida: Bali’s Black Magic Island

The beautiful island of Nusa Penida, home to some of the region’s most idyllic beaches and diving spots, also happens to be Bali’s island of exile. Around 30km from the main island of

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