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Travelling as a backpacker comes with a lot of perks. Everyone would travel all day, every day if it were free, but unfortunately, it's not. However, there are a bunch of places you can travel without requiring a lot of money. You don't even need to carry a load of luggage in the form of backpacking. People have been travelling as backpackers for years grabbing their gear, a map, some good friends and setting out to an unknown land. Traveling in a different place and interacting with the locals will provide you a completely new experience.
So, if you happen to be one such peripatetic always looking for your next adventure, then here we recommend you a list of backpackers' destinations.
THE PHILIPPINES
Hailed as one of the world's top backpackers' destination, the Philippines has some of the best beaches in the world. Philippine culture is a combination of Eastern and Western Culture. The Philippines' rainforests and its extensive coastlines make it home to a diverse range of birds, plants, animals, and sea creatures. |
The country's rich biodiversity is one of the main tourist attractions with its beaches, mountains, rainforests, islands and diving spots among the most popular tourist destinations. Manila, Boracay, Cebu city, Subic Bay, etc are some of the famous places to visit in the Philippines. With plenty of outdoor thrills to offer to adventure lovers and adrenaline junkies along with some of the friendliest people you can meet, the Philippines will truly capture your heart. Here is the short description of the famous destinations mentioned above.
Manila is the capital city of the Philippines. It is the most densely populated city proper in the world. The City of Manila is situated on the eastern shore of Manila Bay, on the western edge of Luzon, 1,300 km (810 mi) from mainland Asia. One of Manila's greatest natural resources is the protected harbor upon which it sits, regarded as the finest in all of Asia. Almost all of Manila sits on top of centuries of prehistoric alluvial deposits built by the waters of the Pasig River and on some land reclaimed from Manila Bay.
Manila is known for its eclectic mix of architecture that shows a wide range of styles spanning different historical and cultural periods. Manila welcomes over 1 million tourists each year. Major tourist destinations include the historic Walled City of Intramuros, the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, Manila Ocean Park, Binondo (Chinatown), Ermita, Malate, Manila Zoo, the National Museum Complex, and Rizal Park.
Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines. Boracay is known for its resorts and beaches. On the east coast, strong winds make Bulabog Beach a hub for water sports. Along the west coast, White Beach is backed by palm trees, bars, and restaurants. Boracay was awarded as the 2012 best island in the world from the international travel magazine Travel + Leisure. Apart from its white sand beaches, Boracay is also famous for being one of the world's top destinations for relaxation. In 2014, the resort island was at the top of the Best Islands in the World list published by the international magazine Conde Nast Traveler.
Cebu is a province of the Philippines, in the country's Central Visayas region, comprising Cebu Island and more than 150 smaller surrounding islands and islets. Cebu City is also a gateway to the regions renowned dive sites and beach resorts. Cebu City is a significant cultural center in the Philippines. The imprint of Spanish and Roman Catholic culture is evident. The city's most famous landmark is Magellan's Cross.
COLOMBIA
Colombia is one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse countries in the world, with its rich cultural heritage reflecting influences by indigenous peoples. It is the second most bio-diverse country in the world, lagging only after Brazil which is approximately 7 times bigger. There are many attractive places to explore in Colombia. Ciudad Perdida, Gold Museum, Parque Nacional, are some of the best destinations in Colombia. Here is a short description of the places mentioned above.
Ciudad Perdida is the archaeological site of an ancient city in Colombia's Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This location is also known as "Teyuna" and "Buritaca". Ciudad Perdida consists of a series of 169 terraces carved into the mountainside, a net of tiled roads and several small circular plazas.
Gold Museum is one of the most visited touristic highlights in the country. It is located in Bogot, Colombia. This museum displays a selection of pre-Columbian gold and other metal alloys. The other metal alloys include Tumbaga, and contains the largest collection of gold artifacts in the world in its exhibition rooms on the second and third floors.
The big cities of Colombia are famous for their nightlife, all-night parties, and of course, dancing. With a very colorful building in the cities, each city has its own uniqueness. The coastal area has plenty of awesome places to go surfing or diving.
NEPAL
जननी जन्मभूमिश्च स्वर्गादपि गरीयसी (Sanskrit) means Mother and Motherland are Greater than Heaven is the main motto of Nepal. Nepal's flag is the only national flag in the world that is not rectangular in shape. The significant majority of the Nepalese population follows Hinduism. Shiva is regarded as the guardian deity of the country. Nepal is home to the famous Lord Shiva temple, the Pashupatinath Temple, where Hindus from all over the world come for a pilgrimage.
Lumbini is a Buddhist pilgrimage site and UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Kapilavastu district. Traditionally it is held to be the birthplace in about 563 B.C. of Siddhartha Gautama. Nepal has got many amazing destinations for the backpackers. Rara, Pokhara, Kathmandu valley, Mustang, Ghandruk, Illam, Manang, Lukla, Khaptad, Upper Mustang, Namche Bazar ( the gateway to the Everest ), Tatopani, Hasantar Nunnery, Ramkot, Chitwan, Lo Manthang, etc are some of the best travel destinations. Here is a short description of the above mention places:
Pokhara is a city on Phewa Lake, in central Nepal. Tal Barahi Temple, a 2-story pagoda, sits on an island in the lake. Sarangkot, Ghandruk, Peace pagoda stupa, Mahendra cave, Begnas lake, etc are the other main destinations in Pokhara. It's known as a gateway to the Annapurna Circuit, a popular trail in the Himalayas.
Chitwan National Park is a preserved area in the Terai Lowlands of south-central Nepal, known for its biodiversity. Chitwan's forest and grasslands extended over more than 2,600 km2 (1,000 sq mi) and were home to about 800 rhinos. Its dense forests and grassy plains are home to rare mammals like one-horned rhinos and Bengal tigers. The park shelters numerous bird species, including the giant hornbill.
Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. The valley is historically termed as "Nepal Mandala" and has been the home of Newar culture. Kathmandu is and has been for many years the center of Nepal's history, art, culture, and economy. It has a multiethnic population within a Hindu and Buddhist majority. It is also the home of the Newars. The Durbar Square of Kathmandu is in the old city and has heritage buildings representing four kingdoms (Kantipur, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Kirtipur); the earliest is the Licchavi dynasty. As being the city of temples, there are many other historic places and temples that can be visited in Kathmandu.
Manang is one the most beautiful hidden valley of South Asia- which can be conquered in a Manang Trek. The pass of Thorung La at 5415 meters above the sea connects the district to Mustang District by providing a route between the towns of Manang and Muktinath. Manang is famous amongst the trekkers. Interesting places to visit while Manang Trek is the glacier lake at the foot of the ice-fall at the slopes of the Gangapurna Mountain, the village of Braga, Bhojo gompa, a Milarepa Cave and a two or a three-day side trip to Tilicho Lake which is highest located Lake of the world.
Travelling as a backpacker Nepal is one of the safest countries to travel in the world. The helpful nature of the people living here will make you easier to travel in Nepal. Trekking in Nepal is one of the famous activities in the world. Trek to Rara, Everest Base Camp trek, Manaslu Circuit trek, Poon hill trek, Annapurna Base Camp trek, Langtang trek is some of the best trekking destinations in Nepal.
Everest Base Camp
INDONESIA
When we talk about Indonesia, the first thing to come in our mind Bali. It is a province of Indonesia and the westernmost of the Lesser Sudan Island. Bali is part of the Coral Triangle, as it is taken as the highest biodiversity of marine species. The Balinese culture, tradition and its religion are also considered as the main factor for the tourism sector in Bali. They had played a very important role in the award from Travel and Leisure.
The friendliness nature of the local people in Bali is another main reason for the increment of tourists in Bali region. Indonesia has got many amazing destinations to travel for the backpackers. Such as Bali, Denpasar, Seminyak, Ubud, Lombok, Jimbaran, Kuta beach and many more. Here is a short description of the places mentioned above.
Lombok is known as a famous place for beaches and surfing spots, particularly at Kuta and Banko Banko which is in south Lombok. Lombok is an Indonesian island that is situated east of Bali and west of Sumbawa. The second highest volcano in Indonesia is also situated at Lombok. It is an island of Indonesia with a population of around 3.167 million according to the census of 2010.
Ubud is famous as a flourishing crafts center in Indonesia. It is a traditional country town which is also home to one of Bali's royal families. We can also take Ubud as the cultural heart of Bali. Royal Palace is another beautiful thing you can visit in Ubud.
Seminyak is very popular with resident expatriates and land and accommodation areas with the highest prices amongst in Bali. It is taken as a mixed tourist residential area on the west coast of Bali Indonesia. It has rapidly become one of the most well-known and attractive tourist areas on the island. There are plenty of restaurants, bars, villas, and good crafts/furniture shops in Seminyak.
Denpasar is the main gateway to the island. It is also taken as the capital of Bali. Denpasar has a great contribution to the growing tourism in Bali Indonesia. Denpasar has many attractions. The white sandy beaches in Denpasar are well-known all over the island. We can found all kinds of handicrafts things including pottery, artwork, textiles, etc. in the local shop of Denpasar.
There are hundreds of shops and stores selling antiques, woodcarvings, crafts, textiles, paintings, and jewelry in Ubud Bali. You can find some of the best art museums here.
As Bali is the most visited place in Indonesia, there are plenty of attractive hotels with amazing accommodation for visitors. The Vira Bali Boutique Hotel and Suite, Conrad Bali, Kuta Paradiso Hotel, Vasanti Kuta Hotel, The Mansion Resort Hotel and Spa, Bali Paragon Resort Hotel, Legian Beach Hotel, Mulia Resort, Grand Hyatt Bali, etc are some of the best hotels in Bali.
So that's why Indonesia could be the best travel destination to explore the landscape, the tradition of local peoples, culture, customs. So we recommend you, people, to visit at least once in your life.
These are the four countries with their amazing destinations. These beautiful places could be in your bucket list. So we recommend all the backpackers around the world to visit these places at least once in your lifetime.
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