| Indochina is a region of Southeast Asia that sits | | | | relax should enjoy a boat tour on the Perfume |
| east of India and South of China. | | | | River. |
| The region of Indochina is made up of Cambodia, | | | | Cambodia |
| Laos and Vietnam. So any true tour of Indochina | | | | This beautiful country is happily emerging from |
| would comprise of time spent in each country. | | | | the shadow cast by the legacy of the brutal |
| But how do you know where are the best areas | | | | Khmer Rouge Regime led by Pol Pot. For a true |
| to visit? Well, in this article we are going to | | | | understanding of this period in recent history |
| recommend some great stops to make on your | | | | visitors should take a trip to the Tuol Sleng |
| tour. | | | | Museum of Genocidal Crimes and the Killing Fields. |
| Vietnam | | | | Having gained an understanding of modern |
| Saigon is the largest and most cosmopolitan of | | | | Cambodia, it is worth putting the history of |
| Vietnam's cities. The most-see sights include the | | | | Cambodia into perspective with a visit to the |
| former Presidential Palace, the Notre Dame | | | | Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum. |
| Cathedral and the War Remnants Museum, which | | | | The fortified city of Angkor Thom is another |
| explores the story of the Vietnam War and its | | | | great historical city to visit. Start at the Southern |
| aftermath. | | | | Gate and continue to The Bayon, beautifully |
| Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is often referred to | | | | carved with numerous striking faces, followed by |
| as the 'Paris of the East'. Its beautiful lakes, parks | | | | a visit to the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of |
| and shaded boulevards are certainly worth a visit. | | | | the Leper King and the magnificent Angkor Wat. |
| Also worth visiting is the UNESCO listed town of | | | | Laos |
| Hoi An with its historic centre of narrow streets | | | | Laos is also known for its natural beauty and a |
| and merchants houses which are over 200 years | | | | visit to the Kuangsi Waterfall or a boat ride on |
| old. With a busy market there is plenty of haggling | | | | the Mekong River is sure to convince you. Also |
| to do whilst the Chinese Pagoda offers an oasis | | | | worth a visit is Luang Prabang, the UNESCO listed |
| of peace for those seeking some time for | | | | town with it's beautiful temples. |
| reflection. | | | | With centuries of rich history and unique natural |
| Visitors with additional time should venture out to | | | | wonders a tour of Indochina is an assault on the |
| the historic city of Hue which was the capital of | | | | senses that can't fail to enrich you. Hopefully this |
| Vietnam during the Nguyen Dynasty. A tour of | | | | article has given you some ideas of the best |
| the Imperial Citadel is a must to discover how | | | | places to visit. |
| fearsome its defences were. Those looking to | | | | |