Our September issue unearths the gems in Asia. Peruse our list of 20 emerging destinations in the continent, from its newest nation Timor Leste to Kyrgyzstans Tien Shan, and more. Bookmark the most fascinating heritage sites in the Malaysian city of Melaka. Get a peek into Singapore’s Hainanese Western food culture and take a virtual trip to Vietnam with a photo series. Head to Charida in West Bengal and meet artisan families who have been in the mask-making business for generations; go beyond the usual circuit in Ladakh to discover obscure villages; and revisit Kochi-Muziris Biennales most thought-provoking narratives. We also check into the brand new Raffles Udaipur, on opening day, with this months cover star Aditi Rao Hydari.