Safest Cities in Asia for Women Travelling Solo
This International Women’s Day, we bring the ladies a list of cities around Asia that are safe for women travelling solo. As we understand, the biggest concern of a woman who travels alone is safety. So, pack your bags accordingly and head out leaving all worries behind and explore these places. But do not let your guard down as the crime rate is low, not zero.
1. Singapore
Popularly titled the ‘The Lion City’, Singapore is a dream destination for many. Lots of us want to visit this place to witness the confluence of a thousand cultures and colours to form a new one. With amazing tourist-y destinations for all kinds of gallivanters, be it the peace seekers or adventurers. But did you know, it is also considered one of the comparatively safer destinations in the world for tourists, including women that love to travel solo. This is because, here even the simplest of crimes have severe punishments. Laws here are so strict that people think twice even before pick pocketing. So the ladies can be a little careless and free when visiting Singapore.
2. Hanoi
Vietnam as a country can be said to be very safe for the tourists in all. But Hanoi is not only a popular tourist spot in Vietnam but also a safe destination. Hanoi, located at the bank of the Red River, is said to be one of the most ancient capitals of the world. There is a lot in store here for the travellers. From well preserved monuments, ancient pagodas and idiosyncratic museums to a serene countryside that is just a short drive away. And not to forget, the tranquil Halong Bay. As the police keeps a strict check or the social order and there are rarely any reports of mugging, robberies or assaults. So, shrug off all your worries and enjoy to the fullest in Hanoi.
3. Thimphu
Residing amidst the skyscraping mountains of the Himalay ranges is this little country, Bhutan. It definitely has earned a spot high up in the list of the safest tourist destination for solo travellers both male and female. Thimphu, the capital of the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is counted as the best tourist place and also the safest of the safest. With several places to see around the city one can definitely say it is a place of rich culture with a hint of modernisation. There are a lot of spots around the city that scream tourist destination, like the Clock Tower Square, the Motithang Takin Preserve, Tango and Chari Monastaries, Buddha Dordenma, National Memorial Churtan, to name a few. The women who have visited this heaven, claim that the only thing you need to be safe from are wild dogs.
4. Tokyo
In a survey conducted by The Economist Intelligence, Tokyo was ranked number one, in the Safe City Index, 2019. If you are an Otaku lady, and want to visit the land of your favourite anime, this must be great news for you. Feeling safe and secure, you can travel around the city to buy the merchandise of your favourite anime. But that is not all, Tokyo is a hub for shopping, entertainment, exquisite food, intriguing museums, historic temples and gardens. And you can always visit the Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Disneyland and a number of other amusement parks around the city.
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