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A historical convent known for taking in bad luck babies left on its doorstep is now an upscale shopping center.
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Singapore
A historical convent known for taking in bad luck babies left on its doorstep is now an upscale shopping center.
Singapore
This statue was a gift to commemorate the Thai monarch's first visit to a foreign land.
Singapore
Singapore's oldest Hindu temple.
Singapore
The most playful of the life-sized statues that make up Singapore's "People of the River."
Singapore
A unique, time-transcending work of art depicting the progress of trade in Singapore.
Singapore
These bronze statues depict the early days of trading in Singapore.
Singapore
A monument to the civilian victims of the Japanese Occupation forces of World War II.
Singapore
This fountain was once heralded as the largest in the world.
Singapore
A gorgeous gilded tower houses what may be the world's largest collection of gin.
Singapore
A ring of soy sauce bottle bases decorate an important Singaporean landmark.
Singapore
The oldest Muslim cemetery in Singapore, with a strong royal connection.
Singapore
A Buddhist theme park brings you a Buddhist version of Hell.
Langkawi, Malaysia
Local history holds that a young woman, killed for a crime she did not commit, cursed this island.
Langkawi, Malaysia
This dangerous-looking suspension bridge may have been too unstable to remain open.
Langkawi, Malaysia
This statue of an eagle taking flight welcomes visitors to Langkawi.
George Town, Malaysia
The oldest Jewish cemetery in Southeast Asia is a monument to a disappearing community.
George Town, Malaysia
Once the private home of China’s most legendary tycoon, getting inside this stunning mansion no longer requires an elite pedigree or acts of daring.
George Town, Malaysia
Step inside a Nyonya eatery nestled within a historic museum.
George Town, Malaysia
The lavish, well-preserved home of a wealthy Baba Nyonya family is now a cultural museum.
George Town, Malaysia
The oldest Anglican church in Southeast Asia.
George Town, Malaysia
This restored house offers a twist on Penang's Peranakan history.
Dungeness, England
An avant-garde artist is survived by his seaside garden.
Reykjavik, Iceland
Does this statue depict Thor, or Jesus Christ? Nobody knows.
Vaduz, Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein's royal family calls this medieval alpine castle home.