• Where to watch Kun Khmer in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

    Where to watch Kun Khmer in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

    Kun Khmer is a popular martial art in Cambodia that is said to have ancient roots, but sadly spent a period in decline due to the long period of conflict experienced by the country in the 20th century. This exciting form of boxing uses elbow and knee strikes as well as kicks and punches to…

  • A guide to visiting the Big Buddha and Tai O from Hong Kong

    A guide to visiting the Big Buddha and Tai O from Hong Kong

    If it’s your first time visiting Hong Kong, chances are you’ll want to visit what is known locally as the Big Buddha (officially named Tian Tan Buddha) on Lantau Island. Completed in 1993, the Big Buddha stands at an impressive 34m tall, and since 2006, the monumental sculpture and the surrounding village has been accessible…