Hong Kong (3) - Macau

The day before flying back, off we went to Macau via ferry from Kowloon.  The journey took us about one hour or so.

We made a good decision by getting a local guide, no need the hassle of looking at the map for directions etc.  The first place the guide took us was the resort The Wynn, he just told us to go in and watch the show (it was not in our own itinerary), glad he took us there.

And for the second video please follow this link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5e6Xectc8c

There are two types of display of light, visual and audio - The Tree of Prosperity and Dragon of Fortune - and what you see here is the Tree of Prosperity.

And what not to be missed if you are in Macau is to watch the show - The House of Dancing Water - at the City of Dreams.   What a fantastic and superb show.

Check out their website for more information of booking and accommodation at this link - http://thehouseofdancingwater.com/en/

But be forewarned for those in the first few rows in front of the pool cum stage you might get a little wet but don't worry towels are provided :).  The show is worth the price of the ticket.

Before the show starts.  At the center is the pool cum stage.

Get ready everybody for the short clip ........

End of the performance.

So remember if you are in Macau, do not miss this performance.

HONG KONG (2) - The Peak, Madame Tussauds Wax Museum

Day 2 at Hong Kong.
Morning we were at Ngong Ping (Lantau Island).  See link here.

(photo by Seng Choon Song) Tian Tan Buddha Statue, Ngong Ping 360

After lunch at the Po Lin Monastery's restaurant, off we return back to meet with the rest for the next destination, The Peak and Madame Tussauds' wax museum.

As it was a public holiday (dumpling festival), it was packed at the viewing station.

Light display - 'Smiley'

As the sun goes down, lights down in the city come alive.

Above video is a light display from one of the buildings.

(Photo by Tony Ngcs.)  Night view from the Peak.

(Photo by Seng Choon Song)

After the long queue to get the tram
here we are outside the station.




















At Madame Tussauds wax museum.  A noticed and in my humble opinion a few of the wax figurines do not resemble the celebrities.

With Einstein

With Amithabachan.

Astro Boy

Aaron Kwok as the Bull Demon King

Ngong Ping 360, Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Success on our second attempt (the first time we went there it was near the closing time).  The magnificent Tian Tan Buddha near Po Lin Monastery.

 Ngong Ping 360 has several attractions - cable car (5.7 km), cultural village, Tian Tan Buddha statue (situated beside the Po Lin Monastery, etc.

 The above 2 photos are taken from the inside of the crystal cable car.  We opted to go to Ngong Ping by using the standard cable car while using the crystal cable car during the return journey.

 View of surrounding from the Buddha statue.

From fair to tan. Belongs to whom?

AMAZING THAI CULTURAL EVENING

Firstly a thank you to my sister for inviting me to "Amazing Thai Cultural Evening" held at Dewan Sri Pinang, Georgetown, Penang.

The birth of the civilization and culture of the Thai people is depicted in dances from the different regions example north and central.

The Penang Thai Consulate General giving her speech.

A photo of the dancers depicting a scene from one of the dynasty.

Group photo - Thai High Commissioner, Consulate General, dancers, musicians, staffs & crews.

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Below are some video clips or links of the dancers depicting the various scenes.

And here is the link to the video depicting Lord Narayanan coming down to earth and the work & dedication of the King of Thailand for his people. Click here

And here is another link to another video. Click here.

(An event organised by Royal Thai Embassy Kuala Lumpur; Royal Thai Consulate General Penang; Thai Foundation in corporation with Penang State Tourism Development and Culture)

Birthday lunch at Suffolk House

Was invited to a birthday lunch at Suffolk House.  It is a great place and a heritage site being the former residence of Francis Light.

More info of Suffolk House please go to these links - FB link   Wiki link

Stones, sequins, tea lights ...

 This is the entree.

My lunch (vegetarian)