A selection of chocolate sculptures, replicas of some World Heritage Sites, are currently in display at a shopping complex in Hong Kong. The sculptures are handcrafted by renowned Italian chocolatier Mirco Della Vecchia, who holds the record for creating the world's largest chocolate … [Read more...] about Chocolate World Heritage
China’s Mount Emei in snow
Photos of Mount Emei in snow. Located in China's Sichuan Province, Mt Emei is one of the Four Sacred Mountains of Buddhism; and it's designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural significance. Seems like it's turning into a winter resort too in in recent years. Image … [Read more...] about China’s Mount Emei in snow
Angela Chang grandeur European photoshoot
Taiwanese pop star Angela Chang donned in a splendid European gown for a photoshoot at Spain's Avila Castle Wall. The pics are included in Angela's photobook which is set to be released on January 19, her 29th birthday. … [Read more...] about Angela Chang grandeur European photoshoot
China’s Mount Wutai photos
Photos from the 7th Mount Wutai photography contest and exhibition. Located in China's Shanxi Province, Mt Wutai is one of the most sacred places for Chinese Buddhism. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009... Grand Prize, Communication (对话) by Chui Xianwei … [Read more...] about China’s Mount Wutai photos
Chinese New Year celebration in George Town, Malaysia
Annual Penang CNY Cultural & Heritage Celebration in George Town, Malaysia. You can catch a few glimpse of Chinese traditional culture from the video... George Town is one of the oldest cities in the country; part of the old quarter has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage. … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year celebration in George Town, Malaysia
Rafflesia, world’s largest flower, Kinabalu National Park
Rafflesia is the world's largest flower, found naturally in South East Asia. There are 27 species of Rafflesia; the largest is Rafflesia arnoldii, which could grow over 100cm in diameter and 10kg in weigh [wiki] Rafflesia is infamous for its rotten-meat like smell; but I've seen … [Read more...] about Rafflesia, world’s largest flower, Kinabalu National Park
Sung Sot Cave, Halong Bay, Vietnam
Sung Sot Cave (Cave of Surprises) is the largest cave in Halong Bay, Vietnam. Located at the Bo Hon Island, the cave got its name (grotte des surprises) from a French admiral who was surprised at the size of the cave when he discovered it. Photos from my July 2008 visit, including … [Read more...] about Sung Sot Cave, Halong Bay, Vietnam
Halong Bay random photos
Random photos of Halong Bay, Vietnam; taken during my trip in July 2008... … [Read more...] about Halong Bay random photos
Mt Kinabalu, March 2009
Will make my second attempt to conquer Mt Kinabalu in March 2009. Mt Kinabalu (Gunung Kinabalu) is located at Kinabalu National Park, a World Heritage Site in the state of Sabah, Malaysia. At 4,095 metres, it's the highest summit in Malaysia and the fourth highest in South East … [Read more...] about Mt Kinabalu, March 2009
Floating village, Halong Bay, Vietnam
The floating village is a cultural heritage and tourist attraction in Halong Bay, Vietnam. People have been living in these houses for hundred of years with fishing as the main income activity. Some photos below, taken during my trip in July 2008... … [Read more...] about Floating village, Halong Bay, Vietnam