Heritage

When Jean-Claude Lubtchansky wanted to make a documentary on Buddhism, Thailand seemed like a logical shoot choice. But would the spiritual stars align for the famed auteur?

Combat-related sites still resonate with visitors with the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War approaching.

Kathmandu’s majestic Kaiser Library, a treasure trove of rare and beautiful volumes in the heart of the city, is making a comeback following a heroic retrofitting effort.

Scattered along Vietnam’s south-central coastline are reminders of the once-mighty Indochinese kingdom of Champa.

Ahead of monsoon season farmers in Thailand’s northeastern provinces swap crop tending for propellant mixtures as the annual Rocket Festival launches.

The historic capital of the mighty Vijayanagara Kingdom, Hampi remains one of India’s most evocative sites of pilgrimage.

Lensman Thapphawut “Sun” Prainyapariwat is collaborating with The Siam Hotel in Bangkok to offer guests a unique analogue photography experience.

Both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have a trove of stately colonial buildings ranging from opera houses to museums, banks and grand hotels.

Muscat’s Royal Opera House has established itself as one of the leading cultural lights in the Middle East since its unveiling.

Cambodia’s two biggest hubs—Siem Reap and Phnom Penh—offer contrasting experiences while showcasing plentiful history and evocative colonial heritage.

Thailand’s cuisine is famous for its formidable chili fire, a legacy of historic exchanges with Portugal that bequeathed a wealth of culinary riches.

Asia’s diverse array of museums helps visitors decipher the many art forms, cultures and religions they encounter around the region.