Sometimes the most memorable experiences are those that you didn’t go looking for. Like the after-dark activities that we stumbled upon in Songbei, Harbin’s central business district.
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Shenyang 沈阳: Imperial capital turned industrial pioneer
Located in northeast China, Shenyang has a rich cultural history. It was the former imperial capital of the Qing Dynasty as well as one of the cities that led China’s industrial revolution.
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The best camera…
Is the one that you have with you, be it in your hands, around your neck, or in your pocket. I firmly believe that tools do not make a craftsman. A camera is a tool, a means to an end – to capture an image or present an idea envisioned by the person behind the…
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In 10 photos: A day in Hong Kong
10 everyday photo moments in Hong Kong, captured on an iPhone and edited with Blackie mobile app
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Inertia
It’s taking longer than expected to set up home in Hong Kong. Hence the radio silence. Publication on this site will resume soon. More to come!
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Closing time
This week’s photo challenge on The Daily Post is all about doors. I was tempted to post a series of photos of doors, but since I’m currently travelling and have limited access to my image archive, I shall instead share my most recent ‘door’ picture! This was taken last week in Paris, outside Cannibale Cafe in the 11th…
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Guess where?
I am listening to [mystery location], intent, my eyes closed; Then suddenly birds fly by, Flocks of birds, high up, with a hue and cry, While the nets are drawn in the fishing grounds And a woman’s feet begin to dabble in the water. I am listening to [mystery location], intent, my eyes closed. Guess where…
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Maison Cauchie: One of Brussels’ Art Nouveau masterpieces
If not for Guy and Léona Dessicy, Brussels would have lost another Art Nouveau masterpiece. I had written about Maison Cauchie in a post earlier this year after my first visit. Last month, I got to enjoy some rare Asian tea at Maison Cauchie (thanks to Jing who runs the excellent Source de Lumière tea shop). Before…
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Eat, drink and make merry in Ghent, Belgium
I mentioned in a previous post that Ghent is one of the more underrated cities in Belgium, a vibrant and beautiful destination that isn’t always on the tourist radar. One of the things that I like about Ghent is its excellent culinary scene. It is easy to find good restaurants, cosy cafes and trendy bars here. During my…
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