When it comes to travel , "why" is now more important than "where." Instead of choosing a destination, the true joy of traveling lies in choosing a motivation and finding the best place to get there, according to The Guardian . This can lead travelers to destinations that aren't always at the top of the list of most beautiful travel destinations, but are incredibly interesting. The following cities all offer unique experiences, but are often overshadowed by nearby destinations. But if you're wondering "why" when planning your trip, each place has its own compelling reason.
Shanghai
A visit to Shanghai will give you a deeper understanding of Chinese history. For example, visitors can admire 2,500 years of culture at Jing'an Temple. The temple clearly demonstrates the intermingling of Buddhism, the expansion of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and then the upheavals of the 20th century and the modern Renaissance.
Modern beauty in Shanghai
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The Jing'an Temple is located near Yan'an Road, a major thoroughfare in Shanghai. This road leads into the history of China's largest city. By 1917, when Shanghai had a million inhabitants, Yan'an Road stretched all the way to the Great World, China's first amusement park. Locals were captivated by magicians, acrobats, and storytellers. Today, this historic building houses a food court and a virtual reality room, offering insightful glimpses into old Shanghai.
Tehran
One drink defines why visitors should wake up in Melbourne: coffee. In the 1960s, tens of thousands of Italians emigrated to Melbourne, bringing their espresso machines with them. Coffee culture perfectly suited Melbourne's alleyways. Dozens of alleyways boast rooftop bars, street art, and trendy boutiques in the basement. Above all, coffee vendors find themselves surrounded by the finest aromas of Southeast Asia: richly roasted coffees from Vietnam, Thailand, and Java.
The Yarra River flows through the city of Melbourne.
Melbourne is a city that should be savored to the fullest, like a flat white coffee, a beverage arguably invented by this culinary capital.
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is a trendy destination for those who love street food, vibrant colors, and superb cocktails. You can enjoy some of the best cocktails at the Aviary Bar at the Hilton Kuala Lumpur. In 1973, bartender Jeffrey Ong created a blend of Malaysian lime and pineapple with a touch of Italian Campari. The drink was named "The Forest Bird," and Ong poured it into a bird-shaped ceramic glass. This famous cocktail is still served at the hotel where it originated, by the pool.
The iconic twin towers in Kuala Lumpur.
Just outside the hotel, Kuala Lumpur is a blend of modernity, greenery, and history. A short walk away is the Perdana Botanical Gardens, home to orchids, hibiscus, and one of the world's largest bird sanctuaries, where 300 species of birds frolic in the lush green forest. Near the gardens, the National Museum of Malaysia chronicles the nation's rise from a commodity-exporting country to a thriving multicultural nation...
And Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is a metropolis where culture is experienced and felt through its cuisine. For example, social history is encapsulated in a single baguette. This baguette is a French-style bread, spread with five-spice pâté and seasoned with pickled radishes. This recipe originated during the French colonial era. Local bakers have upgraded the dough using Vietnamese rice flour to create a lighter and fluffier bread. It could be said that the city's inhabitants have continued to improve upon everything imported from France, from clothing to beer production... Still not convinced? Order a flan, a Vietnamese caramel dessert, enhanced with fragrant pandan leaves and coconut milk.
A spectacular sunset over Vietnam's tallest building.
PHOTO: BUI VAN HAI
District 1 (formerly) is the cultural heart of Ho Chi Minh City and the largest residential area in Vietnam. Visitors can stroll along Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, a pedestrian-only festival with cafes, fountains, and street musicians. Shop at Ben Thanh Market, where vendors sell everything from paper lanterns to pho. Enjoy the scenery with a beer, watching the people go by, and understand why this city is renowned as one of the most dynamic in the region...
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