Travel Aggregator (June 2019)

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Off The Wall: Discovering Southeast Asia’s Finest Street Art Street art has come a long way; for many years, graffiti was considered a scourge on society. Nowadays however, street art appears to be entering the mainstream. Original works by Banksy can sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars, while other famous street artists such as Shepard Fairey, ROA and Ben Eine attract visitors to cities worldwide. For many admirers, it is the ultimate freedom of expression. Street art is not only attractive to look at however; it often holds deep social, political and cultural significance. For this reason, the impact of street art is much stronger when it is seen up close and in person within the urban surroundings that inspired it. In Southeast Asia, street artists are now transforming parts of cities into bright outdoor galleries. Guests can discover a wide range of urban artworks in cities all across the region – they just need to know where to find it. Here’s our guide to Southeast Asia’s best street art...


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