The capital of Thailand is famous for its contrasts. In Bangkok, there is a mixture of new and old, noise and silence, and one can meet people from all walks of life. Boasting temples, skyscrapers, the famous tuk tuks, numerous markets and food stalls, luxury shopping and gourmet restaurants, there is so much for a tourist to experience in Bangkok. Visitors will find the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew to be peaceful places but, outside these walls, exists the typical hum-drum of a metropolis. In addition to numerous skyscrapers, Bangkok stands out for its beautiful temples in the old town.

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Chennai (formerly known as Madras) is the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and is located on the southeastern coast of the country. The city's recent developments will pleasantly surprise its visitors: designer hotels, swanky bars, modern restaurants and hipster cafes all make Chennai well worth a visit. However, the city's main treasure is its people - kind and infectiously enthusiastic about their hometown. Even if you only have a couple of hours in Chennai, wander around its museums, temples and take a stroll along Marina Beach.

Colombo is a popular trading port and has many attractions to offer. The most popular attraction is the town hall in the suburb of Cinnamon Gardens. Other notable buildings are located in the historic center, the fort of the city. An interesting mixture of colonial and modern architecture exists here.

Kochi is located in southwestern India on the coast of the Arabian Sea. Local attractions include Fort Kochi, St. Francis, a 16th Century Franciscan church, the Mattancherry Palace and the famous Chinese fishing nets.

The Indian port city of Mumbai, known as Bombay until 1996, is located on the island of Salsette, off the west coast of Maharashtra. Mumbai is not only India's economic center, it is also one of the most populous cities in the world with an estimated 14 million residents. The city has a wide variety of cultural eventy. It is known to be home to many artists of classic and modern indian music as well theaters and dance performances. Some of the most popular attractions include the Fort quarter in which many banks and companies have been established, as well as the neighbouring quarter of the Old Town. Off the coast, on a small island, you will also find the impressive Haji Ali Dargah Mosque.