It’s time to ditch the usual tourist hubs and head to the hidden gems in Asia.

Asia is home to some of the best tourist attractions in the world, whether it is Bangkok, Macau or Bali, Asia is a brimming with culture, beautiful locales and an enthralling vibe. Asia is diverse, beautiful and exotic. Let’s diverge from the usual tourist spots and have a look at some of the hidden gems in Asia that should be on your travel list.

1. KohKood, Thailand

Most of you must be familiar to the swanky metropolis of Bangkok. But do you know just five hours from Bangkok is a hidden, untouched beachy paradise of KohKood? If you enjoy the bounties of nature like waterfalls, pristine beaches, mangroves, and jungles. And the best part is that it is away from the maddening crowd and deserted. You can enjoy your own piece of heaven.

2. Tainan, Taiwan

When you think of Taiwan, the first city that comes to mind is Taipei. But there is another important city, hidden from the tourist’s eye is Tainan. It is known for its historical sites by the Dutch colonizers. It is away from the hustle and bustle of cities, and you can feast your eyes in beautiful forts or spend a day in Taijiang national park.

3. Ipoh, Malaysia

Other than Penang and Kuala Lumpur, visit Malaysia for a beautiful and lively city of Ipoh. You must have heard of world-famous Ipoh white coffee. Well, you can enjoy your coffee in one of the beautiful cafes in the city. Witness the echoes of past in old streets and temples of Ipoh. Do not miss Perak cave temple, Kellie’s Castle and Sunway lost world of Tambun.

4. Hiroshima, Japan

Japan is beautiful no matter where you go, but take the road less travelled and visit the city of Hiroshima. It is a witness to the world’s most gruesome past, the atom bomb explosion. But the people of Hiroshima are like the phoenix and have risen from ashes. It is now a vibrant city with many events and beautiful sights.

5. Kandy, Sri Lanka

One of the most underrated tourist destinations would be Kandy, Sri Lanka. The vibrant city is brimming with temples, beautiful gardens which remind us of the rich heritage of Sri Lanka. Do Arthur’s seat from where you can see the panoramic view of the city.

We hope we have you sorted for your next holiday destination.