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The Ephesus is located near Selçuk in Izmir Province, Turkey . It was an ancient Greek city on the coast of Ionia, where was once the estuary of the River Kaystros. Ephesus comprises successive Hellenistic and Roman settlements founded on new locations, which followed the coastline as it retreated westward. It was built in the 10th century BC on the site of the former Arzawan capital by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists. During the Classical Greek era it was one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League. The city flourished after it came under the control of the Roman Republic in 129 BC. Photo by Fadzil Hisham Excavations have revealed grand monuments of the Roman Imperial period including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre . The city was famed for the nearby Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC), one of the “Seven Wonders of the ancient World,” which drew pilgrims from all around the Mediterranean. The Ancient City of Ephesus is an outstanding exam...

Asakusa is a district in Taito , Tokyo, Japan . It is the center of Tokyo's shitamachi, which literally means "low city," referring to the low elevation of this old part of Tokyo, on the banks of the Sumida River . As the name suggests, the area has a more traditional Japanese atmosphere than some other neighborhoods in Tokyo. Asakusa is famous for the Sensoji , a very popular Buddhist temple, built in the 7th century. The temple is approached via the Nakamise, a shopping street that has been providing temple visitors with a variety of traditional, local snacks and tourist souvenirs for centuries. There are several other temples in Asakusa, as well as various festivals, such as the Sanja Matsuri . Photo by Fadzil Hisham Kaminarimon is the first of two large entrance gates leading to Sensoji Temple. First built more than 1000 years ago, it is the symbol of Asakusa. The Nakamise shopping street leads from Kaminarimon to the temple grounds. RUGBY...

Madain Saleh or Al-Hijr City , is an archaeological site located in Hejaz , Saudi Arabia. It takes about five hours by road to reach there from the Madinah city. Many people may have heard about the Nabatean capital Petra in Jordan, but Madain Saleh was their second-largest city. Photo by Fadzil Hisham The city of Al-Hijr was the capital of the Kingdom of Lihyan in the north of the Arabian Peninsula. The city dates back to the era of the Nabatean kingdom (1st century AD). It contains the largest southern settlement of the Nabatean kingdom after the city of Petra in Jordan , the capital which is about 500 km away. TIGERS SUPER SPORTS  |  NEWS & PHOTOS In 2008, Madain Saleh was selected as one of UNESCO ’s historic heritage sites, making it the first World Heritage property to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia . It was chosen for its well-preserved remains from late antiquity, especially the 131 rock-cut monumental tombs, with their elaborately ornamented faç...

Bandung is a highland city located about 2.5 hours' drive southeast of Jakarta . It is a favourite destination for Jakarta residents to get away for weekends and long holidays. The city has also become a favorite place for tourists from Singapore and Malaysia too. They are here to shop, enjoy the nature and the fabulous foods. During the Dutch colonial days, Bandung was the favorite resort of wealthy owners of tea and coffee plantations. The city was also dubbed as " Parijs van Java ", the Paris of Java. Visitors can still see buildings of Dutch heritage, which include " Gedung Sate " the Governor's office building, the present Bidakara Homann Hotel , and Gedung Merdeka , the venue of the 1955 Asian-African Conference . Some restaurants here are still serving genuine, sizzling Dutch Beef steaks and Dutch bitterballen. Today, the city is also known for affordable latest fashion trends. There are many factory outlets at Dago avenue (Jala...

Seoraksan is one of Korea’s most beautiful mountains. Seoraksan National Park is the surrounding area, famous for its views, clear mountain streams and vibrant flora and fauna. Hiking is a much-loved pastime all across Korea, and Seoraksan boasts some of the loveliest trails in the country. Here’s our guide to visiting the park. Photo by Fadzil Hisham Located in the northeast of Korea , Seoraksan Mountain reaches a height of 1,708 metres (5,604 ft) at its highest point, Daecheongbong Peak . It’s Korea’s third largest mountain and has a variety of hiking trails, most of which take only a few hours to complete. Scenery includes cliffs, waterfalls and lots of natural beauty. Seoraksan translates to ‘Snowy Peaks Mountain’. Photo by Fadzil Hisham Seoraksan National Park spans four cities and counties, and has an area of 163.6 square kilometres (63 sq mi). It’s one of Korea’s most iconic parks, and was the first area to be designated as a national park by the Korean go...

Tanjong Malim is a peaceful town located at about 70km north of Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia . It lies on the Perak-Selangor state border, with Sungai Bernam serving as the natural divider. This lovely town can be reached via the North-South Highway or simply by train from the KL Sentral Station . Photo by Fadzil Hisham The Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) is one of the most historical place in Tanjong Malim. Opened in 1917 as Sultan Idris Training College, the university has produced so many important people for the country. Follow  Tigers Super Sports  on  Instagram Tanjong Malim is a nice place to relax yourself from the bustling city. There are many traditional food stalls and restaurants around here and you can have great food at pretty economical prices. Try the Nasi Lemak Terhad 10 Pagi , or Mee Goreng Mamak at K. P. Mohamed Restaurant . Pasar Lambak is a street market that happens every Saturday in this town where many food operators sell p...

Situated at Badi Choupad , Pink City of Jaipur , Hawa Mahal was built in 1799. It has 953 windows on the outside walls. The honeycomb shaped and beautifully carved windows allow breeze to blow through the palace and makes it a perfect summer palace. It was built as an extension to the City Palace nearby. Photo by Fadzil Hisham In 1799, the Kachhwaha Rajput ruler, Sawai Pratap Singh, grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh ordered Lal Chand Usta to construct an extension to the Royal City Palace. The Purdah system at the time was strictly followed. Rajput royal ladies should not be seen by strangers or appear in any public area. The construction of Hawa Mahal allows the royal ladies to enjoy from every day street scenes to royal processions on the street without being seen. Photo by Fadzil Hisham The five-stories palace was built in the form of Krishna’s crown because Sarai Pratap Singh was devoted to Krishna, the Hindu god. It has a total of 953 small casements ea...

Banzaan Market is a modern-looking Thai fresh market on Sai Kor Road, Patong , Thailand . Basically, you can get anything that one would expect from a local market here but in a much more pleasant environment. The Banzaan Market is the brainchild of a well-known Phuket family who sought to offer shoppers an alternative experience other than visiting a typical local market. The word ‘banzaan’ means fresh market in Hokkien, a Chinese dialect popular among many overseas Chinese communities throughout Southeast Asia. Photo by Fadzil Hisham The large building was designed by Chinese and Western architects and it features contemporary décor and style. Goods are displayed in an attractive and clean manner. Once inside Banzaan market, shoppers will notice specific sections for fresh food, meat, seafood, vegetables, flowers, Thai sweets and dried goods, as well as a selection of bizarre-looking but delicious fruits. See more  Travel Pics  at  Kampung Boy ...

Masjid Sultan is the most iconic mosque in Singapore . It was built in 1824 and has played an important role in Singapore’s Muslim community for almost 200 years. The mosque is a prominent landmark in the Kampong Glam Malay Heritage District. Masjid Sultan ’s decor reflects a mix of traditional Indian, Islamic and European architecture. It’s also known for its distinct golden domes which you can probably spot from afar. The Mosque has a prayer hall which can accommodate up to 5000 people in mass prayer. Photo by Fadzil Hisham Masjid Sultan has a long history that goes back to 1824. Sultan Hussain Shah , Ruler of Temasek, former name of Singapore, proposed to build a mosque. Sir Stamford Raffles promised that the East India Company will donate $3,000 to assist in the building of Sultan Mosque. It was ready two years later. Masjid Sultan was awarded the prestigious Architectural Heritage Award from the Urban Redevelopment Authority in 2016. The mosque is managed ...

Tao Dan Park is a perfect place for a break from Ho Chi Minh ’s busy streets. It is located in Ho Chi Minh’s District 1, the most tourist-friendly area of the city, and is always open. The park has children’s playground, plenty of open space and beautiful manicured gardens. There are over 1,000 trees in this 24-acre park, providing plenty of shade from the heat. Book a Holiday with Mursyid Alharamain There are also tennis courts and a swimming pool adjacent to the park which are open to the public for a small fee. A good time to enjoy the park is the morning before the heat sets in. Stroll through the park and watch as the local residents perform tai chi. Another good reason to visit the park in the morning is for the singing birds. People from throughout Ho Chi Minh City bring their birds to the park to practice their singing skills.  A nearby Buddhist temple is also worth for taking some photos. You can also find the miniature replicas of Nha Trang’s Cham Tower...

Havelock Town is a neighbourhood of Colombo, Sri Lanka , part of an area zoned as Colombo 5. It is located approximately 6 kilometres south of Fort, the central business district of Colombo. Havelock City, a mixed-used development in Havelock Town is to be the largest property development in Sri Lanka incorporating residential and commercial facilities. Photo by Fadzil Hisham Havelock Town is a nice quiet suburb with plenty of arts and crafts sold in boutique shops. Jewelry and unset stones of semi-precious gems are excellent to buy in Sri Lanka because of the mines in this country. Take a Tuktuk ride, the common three-wheeled vehicle in Colombo . They are available for hire just about everywhere. Hold on for dear life. It’s a wild ride. Log on to  RUGBY ASIA for more RUGBY NEWS