Nostalgia

I’m feeling so nostalgic over my past holidays.. Remembering it again brings back good memories and also a deep longing to repeat them again. I didn’t want to post this but what the heck, the urge’s been bugging me for weeks and so here it is =P

Some of you know that I’ve already been to Vietnam, Hong Kong and Macau ( all thanks to my dear uncle ^^ ). One day my uncle asked; ‘‘Leng, between those places which do you like the best?’’. Errm… I couldn’t answer.. Its cuz each place has its own uniqueness, no?

Take Vietnam as an example. For those who’re looking for fun shouldn’t go there as it’s mostly a place of culture, scenery and art. Its nightlife is good too, mostly due to the night markets! xD

Its’ culture consist of French, Chinese and many more. Some buildings are French-built that I somehow drool over them.. The tall majestic trees around the city makes it shady and cool ( just the way I like it :D ). It was winter then and as I walked out of the hotel at 5am, the sky was bright and mist shrouded the city. Gila nice atmosphere x]

Most of all, I simply LOVE the lake in Hanoi. Its called Hoan Kiem Lake and in the middle of it is a small island, and on it a tower that’s related to a legend they believe in. Kinda a long story, so go wiki on it. Hehe.

The park around the lake.

Oh, the lake is also a famous dating spot for lovers all around. At night its darkly lit so you can do things there unnoticed.. Hint hint. Lol! Well, I think its unnoticed la, cuz around the lake is the main road where there’s plenty of people somehow watching you and yet can’t see you cuz its so dark… And cuz that's what our guide told us.. O.o

Temple of Literature.

Halong Bay is also a nice place. Cruising through the sea in a Junk ( some sort of mini ship ) is quite boring if you don’t have good company or a good camera. I’m serious! I regretted not being talkative to my uncle’s colleagues and using a better camera as the view was superb. Watching the sunset and sunrise is unforgettable as well ;)

View from one of the many caves around. Look at the Junks!

Imagine cruising under this.. With a small boat of course x]

Hong Kong… Another version of Singapore, no? Fast paced, branded goods, Disneyland ( ok,u don't have this is Sg.. ), and good food is essential.. Peanut butter with steak! Yea, they serve that there.. Haha!

During my first day there, I got somewhat confused of the busy lifestyle.. Its quite unlike KL. There, the space between buildings are small and shops are crammed. The walkways are also small and the air was stifling due to the haze.

However, I got used to it the next day and was enjoying myself as… I dunno. The cramming somehow makes it feel so homey.. Ahaha! Dunno laa.. Anyway, Victoria Peak is a nice place to go at dusk. I remember standing there, having my hair blown by the strong wind and the chills I got from it.. The feeling of almost being blown away ( literally ) is another fond memory of mine =D

On the 3rd day of our trip, we went to Macau via ferry. The journey made me feel sea sick… Thank God I’d my remedy with me ( sweets! ). Macau’s more for adults who want to try their luck gambling, since it’s the Asian version of Las Vegas… Lol! So yeah, I feel quite out of place there as I cannot enter the casinos to check it out T.T

In the Venetian, we went browsing through the mall section. This is my favourite part of the trip as its interior design is based on Venice culture. The bridges, boats, shops, lamp posts… Omg.. Gorgeous!

Those are painted skies you know.. Its not real but when you’re standing under them, it seems so real and you’ll lose track of time easily.

I really do like this setting, as I’ve always dreamt of myself with my special partner strolling down its streets at dusk.. Sigh…

Funny thing is, I promised myself to return to all three places with my significant other or friends when I’m older. Do you think it’ll come true? Hmmm…

But as Yee Ling always say…

No money no talk!

So true.

Oh ya, photos are all from Yahoo Image.. I don't have such photos, and you can't expect me to take any nice ones with a 2 megapixel camera right??

xP